Microsoft has made a huge step towards its environmental goals. They have agreed to buy 2. 85 million soil carbon credits from Indigo Carbon. This deal is the largest of its kind. It will last for 12 years. The credits come from farms in the U. S. that use special farming methods. These methods help
In Ypsilanti Township, Michigan, a big decision is looming. Two spots are on the table for a new data center. One is an old GM plant site, all gray and concrete. The other is a lush, green area near the Huron River. The town's leaders are leaning towards the concrete option. But not everyone is on
In North Carolina, the Endangered Species Act (ESA) has been a double-edged sword. On one hand, it has helped some species, like the bald eagle and the loggerhead sea turtle, bounce back from the brink. On the other hand, it has also faced criticism for slowing down development and adding extra cost
Factories are big polluters, and their emissions don't just hurt the planet. They can make people sick, too. Workers, neighbors, and even the business itself can suffer from the fallout. So, what's the deal with factory air pollution, and what can be done about it? First off, factories release a mi
California is stepping up its game in tackling environmental issues. A new role has been created to make sure science plays a big part in decision-making. Dr. Andrew D. Jones has been appointed as the first Science Advisor to the California Natural Resources Secretary. This is all part of a new prog
Dr. Toby Kiers, a leading evolutionary biologist, has been awarded the prestigious Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement. This honor is often called the "Nobel Prize for the Environment. " At the same time, her non-profit organization, SPUN, is launching a new project called "Underground Advocat
In a surprising move, the U. S. Justice Department has taken legal action against California's recent law aimed at protecting communities from oil and gas drilling. This law, which started in 2024, requires new oil wells to be at least 3, 200 feet away from schools, homes, and hospitals. The Justice
In a move to boost environmental health, two pueblos in New Mexico have been given a significant financial boost. The Pueblo of Taos and the Pueblo of Tesuque are each set to receive a substantial amount of money to tackle environmental issues. This funding comes from the U. S. Environmental Protect
A new surf spot is coming to Washington County, Utah. It's called Zion Shores. This place will have man-made waves, just like the ocean. The waves will be perfect every time. No waiting for the right wave. No guessing. Just perfect waves. But there's a problem. Utah is dry. Very dry. Water is preci
In Michigan, a serious legal battle is unfolding. Four Black employees have taken their former boss, Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, and other top officials to court. They accuse the department of racial discrimination and creating a hostile work environment. This isn't just any lawsuit—it's a bi
