Winter is closing in, and Texas is once again in the hot seat. Back in 2021, the state froze over and faced a massive power outage. Now, Texans are hoping for a better result this time around. To prevent another crisis, the state is boosting its wind and solar power while modernizing its old power g
The Palisades fire, burning through Pacific Palisades and Malibu, has grown to over 20, 000 acres with only 8% containment by Friday morning. More than 3, 000 firefighters are battling the blaze, which started near Piedra Morada Drive on Tuesday. Despite some favorable weather, strong winds are expe
Are you wondering how the UK's net zero plans might affect air pollution? Let's dive in! A recent study took a look at two different pathways to reach net zero: a balanced approach (BNZP) and a more innovative one (WI). They used a fancy model to predict what might happen. Right now, with current po
You know how ground-level ozone (O3) can be bad for both the environment and our health? It's even worse when it gets inside our homes. One big problem with removing this ozone is that moisture can mess up the catalysts that are supposed to do the job. Scientists have found a clever way to make a ca
You might have heard that plastics in the ocean are a serious issue, but what's the real deal when it comes to seabirds? Scientists joined forces with local fishermen and wildlife rescuers to figure it out. They gathered more than 400 young shearwaters—some in great condition, others not so much. Th
Have you ever seen a picturesque neighborhood transformed into a sea of ash and rubble? That's what happened in Pacific Palisades, a wealthy enclave by the sea that's been a star in many films and TV shows. A wildfire, part of a series sweeping through Los Angeles, left behind a grim scene that's ha
In the heart of Central America, coffee farms are playing a crucial role in the fight against climate change. These farms, especially those using agroforestry methods, can both release and absorb carbon dioxide (CO₂). Researchers studied 180 farms in Costa Rica and Guatemala to figure out how much c
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has set new standards for power plants to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Some experts believe that these reductions can be achieved with only a small increase in costs. This means that while the environment might benefit, the financial impact on power comp
On the evening of January 8, the Hollywood Hills woke up to a new threat. A fire, later named the Sunset fire, had begun its destructive path between Runyon Canyon and Wattles Park. Firefighters got right to work, combining aerial attacks with ground efforts to tame the flames by around 10:45 PM, as
In the heart of Los Angeles, wildfires raged, forcing thousands to flee. Aaron Samson, with his 83-year-old father-in-law, escaped twice with the help of strangers. He recalls his father-in-law saying, "If the flames get too close, leave me behind. " The Palisades Fire destroyed over 1, 000 structur
