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King Tides Can Cause Flooding Without A Storm
March 23, 2025, 11:24 pm EDT
King tides happen when the Earth, sun and moon are in particular alignment. Here’s why they can cause serious flooding even when there’s not a storm.
Forest Trolls Hope To Inspire Recycling And Protect Trees
March 23, 2025, 11:24 pm EDT
Activist and sculptor Thomas Dambo travels the globe building trolls from reusable products to inspire recycling and to guard the world’s forests as a symbol of hope for future generations. To find a troll <a href="http://www.thomasdambo.com/"> follow the map</a> and seek an adventure.
Transition To EVs Would Mean New Environmental, Social Harm
March 23, 2025, 11:20 pm EDT
While a move away from gas-powered vehicles would reduce global emissions, the transition to EVs would cause new environmental and social harm.
Dolphin Study Highlights Microplastic Threat To Coasts
March 23, 2025, 11:16 pm EDT
New research reveals that bottlenose dolphins in Florida and Louisiana are exhaling microplastic fibers, highlighting an alarming pollution issue as scientists warn these tiny particles could pose serious health risks for both marine life and humans.
Wildfire Smoke Warnings Ignored, New Study Says
March 23, 2025, 11:14 pm EDT
Researchers found that on heavy smoke days in-home air pollution remained up to four times higher than public health guidelines.
Research Predicts The Atlantic Ocean Will Begin To Close
March 23, 2025, 11:09 pm EDT
New research shows tectonic plate movements could begin to reverse the effects of Pangea in the Atlantic Ocean.
Nation's Largest Curbside Composting Program Launched
March 23, 2025, 10:59 pm EDT
A new initiative in New York City aims to encourage separating food waste from other trash, so that it can be turned into compost.
‘Bubble Barrier’ Might Be Key To Keeping Plastic Out Of Oceans
March 23, 2025, 10:59 pm EDT
A Dutch startup has come up with a clever bubble-based solution to managing plastic pollution in the oceans.
Trees Suited For Today May Falter In Future Climate
March 23, 2025, 10:46 pm EDT
A tree planted today might be suitable for the temperatures of today. But, what about decades from now when the global temperature has changed?
How You Can Be Lazy And Still Save Water In Your Daily Routine
March 23, 2025, 10:46 pm EDT
The UN released a plan to help conserve water without feeling like you’re doing much at all. Check out these tips from “The Lazy Person’s Guide To Saving Water.”