UN: Droughts hit women and girls hardest in vulnerable areas

In poor and rural regions around the globe, women and girls bear the brunt of drought’s impacts, underscoring the need for water strategies to address their unique challenges, according to the United Nations.Fiona Harvey reports for The Guardian.In short:The...

Santander eases its climate policies amid gas project funding

In a revealing investigation, Santander Bank is shown to have adjusted its environmental guidelines to facilitate the financing of controversial gas projects.Nimra Shahid and Rob Soutar report for The Bureau of Investigative Journalism.In short:Santander Bank...

Climate change’s impact on prices is more than just hot air

A study reveals the inflationary ripple effects of rising temperatures.Seth Borenstein reports for the Associated Press.In short:A new analysis connects increasing temperatures due to climate change to rising food costs and inflation globally.The research projects...

What I Am Reading March 21st

In this week’s literary voyage, navigating the treacherous waters of government surveillance, the depths of human behavior, where the Shirky principle holds sway, the tempest of emotional and practical conversations, and confront the storm clouds looming over whether...

Abortion by pill: The Supremes Get to Tell the FDA How to Do Its Job

On March 26th, the Supreme Court will convene to determine the availability of the abortion drug mifepristone. The cases also challenge the state’s right to regulate the health and safety of its constituents (its ‘police power’). But that’s not all that’s at...

Pop-Tarts Inventor Bill Post Is Toast

William “Bill” Post, who recently passed away at age 96, may not ring a lot of bells, but his invention sure does. Post is credited with the invention of Pop-Tarts. The little devils were first marketed in 1964 but even after 60 years, they are wildly...

The Media and I: Truth In Science

My recent chat with John Batchelor broached the important subject of flawed, non-reproducible scientific studies that find their way into journals. It seems that replicating results is as rare as finding a unicorn at a science fair.

The Jackson water crisis, the complexity of environmental racism

Read the full story in Non-Profit Quarterly. The ongoing water crisis in Jackson, MS, is about the lack of access to clean water and the way a community’s health and wellbeing are impacted when this vital resource is unavailable, but there are other crucial factors at...

Mail and parcel deliveries in cities go green

Read the full story in Horizon. At the end of January 2024, keen-eyed residents of the Belgian capital Brussels may have noticed something different about the familiar national postal service: it began delivering some mail in an electric vehicle with a detachable...

Toxic elements found in stranded whales, dolphins over 15 years

Read the full story from Florida Atlantic University. Researchers evaluated the prevalence, concentration and tissue distribution of essential and non-essential trace elements, including heavy metal toxicants in tissue (blubber, kidney, liver, skeletal muscle, skin)...

Utah’s shifting climate concerns influence political landscape

In Utah, a traditionally conservative state, the growing concerns over climate change are beginning to reshape the political conversation, with bipartisan support emerging for addressing the issue. Marcus Baram reports for Capital & Main.In short:Climate change...

Plastic spreads beyond known waste patches in Pacific waters

The Pacific Ocean harbors widespread plastic pollution that exceeds known waste areas, posing a significant threat to marine ecosystems. Jess Thomson reports for Newsweek.In short: A new study reveals that microplastics and plastic waste are not just confined to known...

Americans face widespread drinking water contamination

New data reveals that drinking water systems across America are contaminated with toxic ‘forever chemicals,’ affecting at least 70 million citizens.Austin Fast, Cecilia Garzella and Yoonserk Pyun report for USA TODAY.In short:More than 70 million Americans...

The global increase in electronic waste

A recent report highlights a significant rise in discarded electronics, known as e-waste, with low recycling rates worldwide. Moses Ndungu and Jamey Keaten report for the Associated Press.In short:A U.N. report estimates that 62 million tons of e-waste were generated...

Peru’s court extends legal rights to the Marañón River

A Peruvian trial court’s recent ruling acknowledged the Marañón River’s rights to exist freely and without pollution, marking a historic recognition of nature’s rights within the country. Katie Surma reports for Inside Climate News.In short:The...

The true cost of cleaning British Columbia mines skyrockets

A recent analysis reveals that addressing the pollution from British Columbia’s Elk Valley coal mines, specifically selenium contamination, may cost more than $6.4 billion, far exceeding earlier estimates. Francesca Fionda and Ainslie Cruickshank report for The...

Oil industry’s emissions may lead to extensive heat fatalities

A recent study by Global Witness reveals that emissions from leading oil companies are on track to cause millions of heat-related deaths by 2100.Matthew Taylor reports for The Guardian.In short:A Global Witness study indicates burning fossil fuels by major companies...

Washington enacts an ambitious carbon emissions strategy

Exploring Washington’s new cap-and-trade program reveals complexity and contention.Natalia Mesa reports for High Country News.In short:Washington’s cap-and-trade policy is designed to decrease greenhouse gas emissions over time, touted as the strongest in...

FERC gains potential ally in Republican legislative proposals

GOP legislators push for bolstered Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) authority to promote fossil fuels, challenging Biden’s climate agenda.Nico Portuondo reports for E&E News.In short:Recent Republican energy bills propose enhancing FERC’s...

Oceans hit unprecedented warmth as concerns mount among scientists

Scientists grapple with a surge in ocean heat, signaling a possible long-term planetary shift.Scott Dance reports for The Washington Post.In short:This past year marked a staggering increase in ocean temperatures, an event beyond previous records.Experts are...

Johannesburg grapples with severe water shortage

Johannesburg is facing a critical water crisis, leaving millions scrambling for essential supplies.Mogomotsi Magome reports for The Associated Press.In short:Johannesburg’s water crisis, marked by long queues for water, stems from a combination of hot weather,...

West Africa’s early heat wave signals climate change’s impact

West Africa experienced an unprecedented early heat wave, intensified by global warming.Delger Erdenesanaa reports for The New York Times.In short:Climate change has made extreme heat events in West Africa, like the recent heat wave, ten times more likely,...

Finding solace in climate cafes amid environmental concerns

As climate anxiety grows, Americans are finding comfort and community in climate cafes, spaces dedicated to discussing the emotional toll of environmental change.Lola Fadulu and Emily Schmall report for The New York Times.In short:Climate cafes are emerging...

Extreme heat raises pregnancy risks, study shows

A recent study from India reveals that working in extreme heat significantly increases the risk of stillbirth and miscarriage among pregnant women.Tulip Mazumdar reports for BBC.In short:The research involved 800 pregnant women in Tamil Nadu, highlighting a doubled...

Meat and dairy’s looming climate deadline

A survey reveals scientists’ push for drastic reductions in meat and dairy to meet climate targets.Kenny Torrella reports for Vox.In short:Scientists call for global livestock emissions to peak by 2030 to stay within the Paris Agreement’s climate goals.The...

PCBs might be sneaking back, despite decades-old ban

Recent research indicates that the levels of carcinogenic PCBs in the environment could now be exceeding those from their peak production period in the 1970s, due to their unintentional creation in modern chemical processes.Julia Robinson reports for Chemistry...

Plastics’ vast chemical ingredients present serious health risks

A new report underscores the dangers of endocrine-disrupting chemicals found in plastics, impacting hormonal health and costing the U.S. billions annually in healthcare.Joseph Winters reports for Grist.In short:More than 3,200 plastic chemicals are known to harm human...

PalmWatch platform pushes for farm-to-fork traceability of palm oil

JAKARTA — Farm-to-fork traceability has become an increasingly urgent, and often required, component of global supply chains, with a growing number of commodities now trackable all the way back to their source. But for palm oil, one of the most controversial yet...

Japan prepares to mine its deep seabed by decade’s end

TOKYO — Japan is actively exploring pathways to mine the deep sea of its exclusive economic zone (EEZ), in an effort to lessen reliance on imported mineral resources needed for advanced and green technologies. Aiming to be ready to mine by the late 2020s, Japan — one...

PFAS in sea-spray aerosols

Download the report. Poly- and perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are ubiquitous in the environment and consistently occur in water sources used for drinking water production. Most PFAS sources are associated with anthropogenic activities, however, PFAS have also been...

Air pollution linked to more signs of Alzheimer’s in brain

Read the full story from the American Academy of Neurology. People with higher exposure to traffic-related air pollution were more likely to have high amounts of amyloid plaques in their brains associated with Alzheimer’s disease after death, according to a new study....

What role does frozen food play in reducing food waste?

Read the full story at Food Navigator USA. As the USDA, EPA, and FDA, advance their strategy to reduce food waste, the America Frozen Food Institute (AFFI) is sharing how freezing food can cut down on wasted food and provide consumers with convenient and nutritious...

Navigating the complex waters of ocean protection and profit

The United Nations High Seas Treaty aims to protect 30% of the ocean by 2030, focusing on areas beyond national jurisdiction, yet its effectiveness is debated.Julieta Cardenas reports for Vox.In short:The treaty creates Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) to regulate...

New schools in England face air pollution challenge, study finds

A recent study highlights the concerning levels of air pollution at new school sites in England, posing health risks to thousands of children.Andrew Gregory reports for The Guardian.In short:Nearly 90% of new school locations exceed World Health Organization air...

London’s water faces a chemical challenge

London’s tap water has been found to contain harmful “forever” chemicals, raising significant health concerns.Joe Middleton reports for The Independent.In short:Recent tests in London reveal tap water contamination with PFOA and PFOS, chemicals...

Amazon’s recycling claims fall short, investigation reveals

Despite Amazon’s assurances that its plastic packaging is recyclable through store drop-off programs, a new investigation suggests most of it ends up in landfills or incinerators. Joseph Winters reports for Grist.In short:An investigation by Environment America...

Industrial plant emissions linked to health hazards, study reveals

A recent study highlights the severe health and economic impacts of flaring and venting at industrial plants, including premature deaths and exacerbated asthma cases.Victoria St. Martin reports for Inside Climate News.In short:Flaring and venting activities at...

Microwave myths and facts revisited

In a fresh look at microwave cooking, Jessica Brown explores the balance between convenience and health concerns.Jessica Brown reports for the BBC.In short:Microwave cooking is deemed safe by the World Health Organization, with radiation fears dispelled, but questions...

Senate moves to shield pesticide makers from lawsuits

In a recent legislative move, the Senate Appropriations Committee has greenlit a bill aimed at granting pesticide manufacturers immunity from lawsuits over health risk warnings.Robin Opsahl reports for The Des Moines Register.In short:The bill, if passed, would...

Turning mushroom waste into a resource for sustainable farming

The mushroom industry explores the potential of spent substrate, a byproduct of mushroom cultivation, for various environmental and agricultural applications.Doug Bierend reports for Civil Eats.In short:Spent substrate, the leftover material from mushroom farming,...

Oil skepticism at Texas conference challenges green energy shift

At a recent energy conference in Texas, Saudi Aramco’s CEO Amin Nasser expressed skepticism about the swift transition to renewable energy, sparking a debate on the future of fossil fuels.Max Bearak and Brad Plumer report for The New York Times.In short:Amin...

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