Carbon dioxide in Earth's atmosphere has set another ominous record
November 25, 2019, 12:58 p.m. by Russell McLendon
CO2 levels are now the highest they've been since long before modern humans existed.
Is your Netflix habit bad for the environment?
October 29, 2019, 1:03 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Understanding the impact of streaming video services is the first step towards a new approach.
The Pliocene called. It wants its CO2 levels back.
May 13, 2019, 12:20 p.m. by Russell McLendon
Earth's atmosphere hasn't had this much CO2 in human history, and possibly not since the Pliocene Epoch about 3 million years ago.
If you really want to reduce your carbon footprint, have fewer kids and ditch your car
July 18, 2018, 8:21 a.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
There are other steps you can take that aren't as drastic, but they'll help.
Carbon dioxide levels are reaching heights we haven't seen in 800,000 years
October 30, 2017, 11:08 a.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
CO2 concentration in the atmosphere saw a sizable jump between 2015 and 2016.
Global carbon emissions stalled in 2016, offering a hint of progress
September 28, 2017, 5:22 p.m. by Christian Cotroneo
(But we still pumped more than 35 tons of CO2 into the atmosphere.)
Is climate change turning our vegetables into empty calories?
September 22, 2017, 8:58 a.m. by Christian Cotroneo
'Eating your greens' just isn't what it used to be.
Thousands of bulging methane bubbles could explode in Siberia
July 7, 2017, 1:04 p.m. by Michael d'Estries
Scientists estimate more than 7,000 dangerous methane 'bumps' have formed in the region over the last couple of years.
What is methane and why should you care?
May 11, 2017, 3:55 p.m. by John Platt
This colorless, odorless gas has huge potential as a fuel, but it also poses a major threat to the climate.
Grow food, not grass, to fight climate change
September 20, 2016, 2:02 p.m. by Russell McLendon
Turning a grassy lawn into a vegetable garden can significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions, according to a new study.
Sweltering 2016 is a warning from the future
July 22, 2016, 6:02 a.m. by Russell McLendon
Earth has broken temperature records for 14 months in a row, and 2016 will almost certainly be the hottest year on record. Yet there is still time to intervene before things heat up even more.
As U.N. makes history on Earth Day, Leonardo DiCaprio reminds us not to rest on laurels
April 22, 2016, 2:31 p.m. by Russell McLendon
More than 170 world leaders signed the Paris Agreement on Earth Day 2016, but that's just the beginning.
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Is a vegetarian diet safe for my dog?
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8 creative techniques to keep coral reefs alive
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Monster 75-foot wave loomed off the California coast during the holiday weekend
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7 mind-bending facts about magic mushrooms
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Squirrels rely on birds to let them know when it's safe to go out
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17 memorable quotes from 'Elf'
Buddy the Elf always knows what to say to spread holiday cheer.
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5 ways to cat-proof your Christmas tree
Keep your kitty — and your holiday decorations — safe with these tips for cat-proofing your tree.
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9 yummy winter drinks
These drinks will make you feel cozy, whether it’s a party or just an ordinary day.
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Which holiday foods are safe for pets?
You know dogs and cats will be eyeing that holiday table.
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It's time to revive the Society for the Prevention of Useless Giving
Here's how to embrace your inner Spug all year long.