Environment

Scientists Say Volcanic ‘Plumerang’ Could Impact Human Health

Jun 14, 2017 03:22 PM EDT

Volcanic Plumes are Bad for Human Health. The Silent ‘Plumerang’ Could Be Worse

A team of scientists has found a second type of volcanic plume, heavy with sulfuric acid, that may pose a greater risk than the initial plume.

Jun 14, 2017 10:00 AM EDT

NASA: Climate Change Will Cause More Rainfall in Tropical Regions

A new NASA research says that climate change will cause more rainfall in tropical regions that are typically sunny.

Jun 13, 2017 01:48 PM EDT

Humans Are Changing the Underwater Soundscapes of the World's Oceans

Oceanographer Kate Stafford explains how climate change and loss of sea ice may affect marine life in unpredictable ways.

Jun 13, 2017 12:59 PM EDT

Ocean Acidification, Global Warming's Evil Twin, is Killing the Oceans

Ocean acidification, caused by the increase in carbon dioxide in our atmosphere, is killing ocean life and it must be stopped before it's too late.

Jun 09, 2017 07:37 AM EDT

Hear the Buzz: Scientists Use Microphone, iPad Minis to Track Pollinating Bees

This new acoustic survey technique could accurately predict bee activity and pollination services

The oldest Homo sapiens fossils at Jebel Irhoud, Morocco

Jun 08, 2017 02:14 PM EDT

World's Oldest Homo Sapiens Bone Fossil Discovered in Morocco

An international team of researchers unearthed the world's oldest Homo sapiens bones fossils that dated back to 300 thousand years ago. The fossils were extracted from a site in Morocco.

Jun 07, 2017 09:42 AM EDT

Scientists Discover Natural Source of Potent Greenhouse Gas

Decomposing leaves in the soil could promote nitrous oxide emissions.

Export-Import Bank Holds 2014 Annual Conference

Jun 07, 2017 10:03 AM EDT

Elon Musk Quits White House Consultancy Post After Trump Withdrew From Paris Agreement

Industry leaders are quitting from the Presidential Council after President Donald Trump withdrew from the Paris Agreement. The leaders, including Elon Musk, believe that climate change is a pressing issue that needs to be addressed.

Jun 08, 2017 06:53 PM EDT

Crack in Antarctic Ice Shelf is About to Launch a Delaware-Sized Iceberg

A giant crack in the Larsen C ice shelf in Antarctica is causing an ice block the size of Delaware to break off into the ocean.

Jun 08, 2017 06:54 PM EDT

Bumblebees Thrive in Detroit, Where Little Else Can

The economic destruction of Detroit, Michigan produces a thriving ecosystem for bumblebees. Too bad they can't pay taxes.

Jun 07, 2017 09:20 AM EDT

Scientists Develop New Low-Cost Solar Panels Capable of Operating Over a Year Without Losing Performance

Newly developed solar panel cell work for over 10,000 hours without experiencing any significant performance loss.

Jun 05, 2017 09:13 AM EDT

Extreme Heat, Fluid Pressure Discovered at New Zealand’s Most Hazardous Earthquake-Generating Fault

Extremely hot temperatures and high fluid pressures found deep within Alpine fault.

Yosemite National Park Remains Open As Rim Fire Continues In Burn On Park's Western Edge

Jun 02, 2017 12:37 PM EDT

Rockfalls Explained: Yosemite Cliffs Reveal How Heat Causes the Collapse

There's less risk of falling rocks in cooler months, so plan your hike accordingly.

World biggest floating Solar Power Plan - China

Jun 01, 2017 11:24 AM EDT

World's Largest Floating Solar Power Plant in China Connected to Grid

China just linked the world's largest floating solar power plant to the grid. It is located in a former mining area where water accumulated and later mineralized due to collapse in the soil.