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April 1, 2025 at 9:18 PM
Dormant algae revived after 7,000 years beneath the Baltic Sea
Researchers have successfully revived algae that remained dormant underneath sediment at the bottom of the Baltic Sea for more than 7,000 years.
April 1, 2025 at 9:18 PM
April 1, 2025 at 8:46 PM
The deepest lake in the US is closing for 2 years, NPS says
Those wanting to recreate in the deepest lake in the U.S. will need to schedule a visit soon, before access closes for two years.
April 1, 2025 at 8:46 PM
March 31, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Researchers make surprise discovery after piece of Antarctic ice shelf breaks off
An iceberg the size of Chicago broke off am Antarctic ice shelf to reveal a thriving ecosystem underneath, according to researchers.
March 31, 2025 at 8:30 PM
March 27, 2025 at 7:53 AM
Mali embraces solar power for rural areas but the challenges are still vast
A solar power plant in this rural corner of Mali has jolted a village to life and awakened dreams of steady power in this West African nation
March 27, 2025 at 7:53 AM
March 27, 2025 at 3:18 AM
Climate change and overfishing threaten Vietnam’s ancient tradition
Fish sauce is an indelible part of Vietnam's culture and essential for its vibrant cuisine
March 27, 2025 at 3:18 AM
March 26, 2025 at 10:38 PM
Scientists warn honey bee colonies could decline by 70% in 2025
Washington State University entomologists announced this week that commercial honey bee colony losses are projected to reach between 60% and 70% in 2025.
March 26, 2025 at 10:38 PM
March 26, 2025 at 6:20 PM
This is what's causing California sea lions to act aggressive, lethargic
Sea lions on the California coast are displaying strange behavior likely due to a harmful algae bloom impacting the region, according to marine researchers.
March 26, 2025 at 6:20 PM
March 26, 2025 at 9:32 AM
These are the impacts some scientists fear most from EPA deregulation
Several of the environmental benefits Americans experience today -- clean air, clean water, clean rain -- could soon be in jeopardy from EPA deregulation efforts.
March 26, 2025 at 9:32 AM
March 21, 2025 at 11:41 AM
Ocean dumping – or climate solution? An industry bets on the ocean to capture carbon
Dozens of companies and academic groups are pitching the same theory: that sinking rocks, nutrients, crop waste or seaweed in the ocean could lock away climate-warming carbon dioxide for centuries or more
March 21, 2025 at 11:41 AM
March 18, 2025 at 9:50 PM
Trump wants 'clean' coal. Here's why there's no such thing
President Donald Trump has called for the expansion of U.S. coal production, claiming that an increase of "clean" coal produced in the U.S. will soon take place.
March 18, 2025 at 9:50 PM
March 18, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Trump wants 'clean' coal, but there's no such thing
Experts say coal may be "cleaner than ever," but it's still not "clean" energy.
March 18, 2025 at 9:16 PM
March 14, 2025 at 2:39 AM
Trump’s EPA dismantles regulations – how polluters might benefit
ABC News’ Stephanie Ramos talks to former EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy on the Trump administration’s rollback of clean air and water protections.
March 14, 2025 at 2:39 AM
March 13, 2025 at 4:23 PM
EPA workers silenced as agency cancels hundreds of grants
Staffers have been told they are prohibited from communicating with grantee partners they are supposed to monitor, according to multiple sources inside the agency. ABC News’ MaryAlice Parks reports.
March 13, 2025 at 4:23 PM
March 13, 2025 at 4:13 PM
EPA workers silenced as agency cancels hundreds of grants
EPA staffers have been told they are prohibited from communicating with grantee partners they are supposed to monitor, according to multiple sources inside the agency.
March 13, 2025 at 4:13 PM
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Environment can have greater impact on health than genes, study shows
A new study finds that your environment can have a greater impact on your health over your genes. ABC News medical correspondent Dr. Darien Sutton discusses.
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Zeldin vows to review EPA spending, may 'claw back' IRA funds
President-elect Donald Trump's nominee to head up the Environmental Protection Agency, Lee Zeldin, emphasized accountability during hours of testimony Thursday.
3 months ago
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These plants and animals will benefit from Biden's protected land declaration
Vast forests, desert land and even a volcano are among the landscapes included in what's now the largest corridor of federally protected land in the U.S.
3 months ago
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How to lower your carbon footprint after the holidays
After the holidays, it’s important to think about the best way to dispose of organic decorations, including Christmas trees and wreaths.
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Abandoned oil and gas wells in US may bring leak dangers
Estimates suggest that millions of abandoned gas and oil wells may pose a threat to communities across the country, an ABC News investigation finds.
3 months ago
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Abandoned oil and gas wells in US bring fears of leak dangers
More than 3.5 million abandoned oil and gas wells are littered across the United States and an estimated 14 million Americans live within a mile of one of the wells.
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This state's now closer to ending gas-powered new car sales
California has been given the green light by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to ban the sale of new gas-powered cars and light trucks by 2035.
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How to really solve the plastics problem
Modern society has a big problem when it comes to plastic -- and it's contributing heavily to pollution and climate change.
4 months ago
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How 'refill and reuse' can help eliminate single-use waste
Single use items often come with plastic and paper that will eventually be thrown away and sent to a landfill.
4 months ago
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How to turn ocean waves into renewable energy
The power of the ocean could soon be used to power homes in the U.S. as scientists prepare to test an untapped form of renewable energy.
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Why Texas could be the next big producer of green hydrogen
Texas has the potential to become a major producer of green hydrogen due to its existing energy infrastructure, according to a new study.
4 months ago
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Drought causing saltwater to enter Delaware River
More than 17 million people get their drinking water from the Delaware River basin, according to environmental nonprofit American Rivers.
4 months ago
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Bodies of water all over Northeast drying up due to drought conditions
Important bodies of water that supply water to populated regions in the Northeast are drying up due to drought conditions in recent months.
4 months ago
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What Trump's 'drill, baby, drill' fracking agenda could look like
President-elect Donald Trump's second term could bring reform to energy permitting and increased fracking on federal lands.
4 months ago
4 months ago
Why Trump's pick for energy secretary is wrong about green energy: Experts
The United States has seen a significant increase in the use of clean energy over the last few years; however, Chris Wright has claimed otherwise.
4 months ago
5 months ago
'Severe' toxic smog blankets Delhi, shuttering schools
Delhi's air-quality index, or AQI, shot up past 1,000 on Monday, more than five times higher than Sarajevo, the second most-polluted major city.
5 months ago
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The world's corals are facing dire consequences from climate change: New research
Climate change is decimating the likelihood of survival for a large portion of the world's coral reefs, according to new research.
5 months ago
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Record air pollution causes hospitalizations in Pakistan
In the Punjab region of Pakistan, record-high air pollution levels triggered hospitalizations and school closures, as cities remain shrouded in a thick, toxic smog.
5 months ago
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How fracking may determine the election in swing state Pennsylvania
Swing state Pennsylvania has one of the largest natural gas deposits in the nation, but residents are concerned about health impacts.
5 months ago
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How crops will fare with 45% of the US experiencing drought
The U.S. is experiencing the driest fall on record, which could potentially impact the quality of upcoming autumn harvests, experts told ABC News.
5 months ago
6 months ago
Giant tubeworms part of an ecosystem found thriving under the seafloor
A thriving ecosystem has been uncovered in the depths of the Pacific Ocean.
6 months ago
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Wildlife populations have declined by 73% in 50 years: Study
The World Wildlife Fund warns that the next five years are "crucial for the future of life on Earth."
6 months ago
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Wildlife populations declined by 73% in 50 years: Study
The study’s findings revealed declines in “every indicator that tracks the state of nature on a global scale."
6 months ago
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Florida's coastline could change after Hurricane Milton, officials say
As Hurricane Milton barrels toward Florida, piling onto the damage from Hurricane Helene, officials warn of "severe" levels of coastal change.
6 months ago
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Why parts of the Sahara Desert are turning green
One of the driest regions on earth is shifting green, as an influx of heavy rainfall causes vegetation to grow in the typically barren landscape.
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'Last Lands' explores battle to protect planet's national parks
ABC News' Bob Woodruff takes us on a spectacular expedition around the world and inside the efforts to preserve natural wonders.
6 months ago
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Conservationists persist in Latin America despite political challenges, experts say
Embattled political systems in Latin America make it difficult for conservationists and environmental policymakers to preserve the ecosystem and natural resources.
6 months ago
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'Last Lands' explores global battle to protect planet's vital ecosystems
The globetrotting series kicked off Monday, with correspondent Bob Woodruff shining a spotlight on the fight to protect the planet's most threatened national parks.
7 months ago
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Why scientists fear rapid spread of 'aggressive' invasive species found in Florida
An aggressive species of invasive seagrass that has been traversing for more than a century has been detected in the U.S. for the first time.
7 months ago
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Environmental group wants RFK Jr. investigated over alleged severed whale head
An environmental group wants NOAA to investigate whether the former presidential candidate violated the Marine Mammal Protection Act.
7 months ago
8 months ago
Scientists find another reason why the melting Arctic could be disastrous
Melting permafrost in the Arctic is releasing toxic mercury into the water system, potentially impacting the food chain, scientists say.
8 months ago
8 months ago
Why some are reconsidering having a lawn to save the planet
While a perfectly manicured lawn is part of the American ideal, non-native plants can be expensive to maintain, so many are going local to beautify their yards.
8 months ago
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Goodbye turf lawns: Homeowners are using native plants to 're-wild' their yards
The days of the perfect-looking yard -- often lawns that guzzle copious amounts of water to stay green -- may soon be gone.
8 months ago
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A concert series in England where top artists perform in protected, preserved forests
Summer is something very precious in England, usually lasting only a few weeks at its peak, and many do whatever they can to enjoy it.
8 months ago
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How it's getting easier to make buildings more environmentally sustainable
The places human beings spend the most time are among the largest producers of greenhouse gas emissions in the world.
8 months ago
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Metals on ocean floor produce 'dark oxygen,' new study finds
Mining activity could negatively affect the seafloor ecosystem, scientists warn.
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