USDA updates its 2024 Plant Hardiness Map: Find out what planting zone you live in
The updated map offers gardeners, based on where they live, guidance on the best practices to help their plants grow and survive.
Spectacular Northern Lights display expected across US this weekend
A Severe Geomagnetic Storm Watch raises the possibility of viewing the Northern Lights across the northern half of the U.S., and mostly clear skies are predicted for the Pacific Northwest.
World's largest plant to extract CO2 and turn it to stone opens in Iceland
The world's largest carbon capture facility, Mammoth, has begun operations in Iceland, using direct air capture technology to extract CO2 from the atmosphere and convert it into stone.
More EVs could be eligible for tax credits as US loosens battery rules
This could potentially making more EVs eligible for tax credits up to $7,500.
Three groups are suing New Jersey to block an offshore wind farm
Three anti-wind power groups are suing New Jersey to overturn a key environmental approval for a wind energy farm planned off the coast of Long Beach Island.
FDR Park’s new $250M development continues after judge dismisses opposing lawsuit
A Philadelphia judge has cleared the way for construction to begin again on the city’s big $250 million plan to renovate FDR park in South Philly after a citizens' lawsuit intended to halt its $100 million development in the western half of the park.
New Jersey seeks fourth round of offshore wind farm proposals as foes push back
New Jersey is seeking a new round of proposals to build wind energy farms off its coastline, forging ahead with its clean energy goals even as local opposition and challenging economics create blowback to the effort.
North Wildwood sets interim plan to fight beach erosion
A temporary solution to solve beach erosion in North Wildwood has been put in place after collaboration between Gov. Phil Murphy and Mayor Patrick Rosenello.
Interim plan in place to fight beach erosion in North Wildwood
A temporary solution to solve beach erosion in North Wildwood has been put in place after collaboration between Gov. Phil Murphy and Mayor Patrick Rosenello.
New report ranks the most polluted places in the U.S.
The American Lung Association says 131.2 million people – that’s 39% of Americans – live in communities with failing grades for levels of pollution. Here's a map of the best and worst.
Celebrate Earth Day: Easy ways you can help preserve our planet
Helping to preserving our home is easier than you think. Here are some tips to help you honor Mother Earth on Earth Day and beyond.
Starbucks says new cold drink cups are made with less plastic
Starbucks said the move underscores its commitment to halving its waste, water and carbon footprints by 2030.
Dubai flooding prompts cloud seeding questions
The heaviest rain ever recorded in the United Arab Emirates flooded portions of major highways and Dubai’s international airport in a matter of hours Tuesday.
Here are the 20 worst US cities for seasonal allergies – and some of the best
Suffer from seasonal allergies? The most challenging U.S. cities for living with allergies in 2024 were revealed the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America's annual report.
Which states are the greenest? Report ranks most eco-friendly places in US
A report by Wallet Hub used several factors such as air quality, environmentally friendly behaviors, energy efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions to rank all 50 states.
These Girl Scouts baked new cookie in effort to save coral reefs
Two Florida Girl Scouts developed and pitch a potential idea of how a new Girl Scout cookie could elevate the need for coral reef awareness.
EPA cracking down on forever chemicals, or PFAS, in tap water
The Biden Administration is doing something that's never been done before and setting the first national standard to limit forever chemicals in drinking water.
EPA cracking down on forever chemicals in tap water
The Biden Administration is setting a national standard to limit forever chemicals in drinking water. Residents near former Willow Grove Naval Air Base are pleased with the new standard.
PFAS: EPA imposes first-ever limits on 'forever chemicals' in drinking water
Toxic PFAS, or perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are widespread and long lasting in the environment. Here’s a look at the EPA’s new “life-changing” rule.
March marks 10th straight month as the hottest on record, scientists say
Climate scientists connect most of the record hot temperatures to human-caused climate change like carbon dioxide and methane emissions created by burning coal and natural gas.