Drought Closes Oregon Resort Before The Season Even Opens
Severe drought in the West forced the Mount Ashland Ski Area in Oregon to do what it hasn't for 50 years: It closed for the season this week due to lack of snow.
Environment
Oil Industry Gets An Earful As It Eyes Florida's Everglades
A Texas company seeking permission for an injection well in the heart of the Everglades is finding stiff opposition from environmental groups and some locals.
Creek Week Returns to Forsyth County Saturday
You can discover, explore and learn more about Forsyth County's water sources starting Saturday.
Greensboro Woman Organizes Dan River Spill Protest
A Greensboro woman is urging people to power down to protest the Dan River coal ash spill.
Public Outcry Over Duke Energy Coal Ash Spill Puts Pressure on NC Regulators
After weeks of downplaying a massive coal ash spill that made its way into the Dan River near Eden, North Carolina regulators issued violation notices Monday to five more Duke Energy power plants. The violations are in addition to two citations late last week.
The Search For Drinking Water In California Has Led To The Ocean
As the state slogs through a major drought, officials look for new water sources — like desalination plants that make water from the Pacific drinkable. Opponents worry about environmental damage.
WFU Drone Aircraft Provides a New Look at the Duke Energy Coal Ash Spill
A team of researchers and students at Wake Forest University are providing a new view of the Duke Energy coal ash spill in Rockingham County.
Colorado Becomes First State To Restrict Methane Emissions
Methane is a potent greenhouse gas from oil and gas production. The rules require companies to find and repair equipment leaks. The rules also will reduce air pollution that contributes to smog.
'It Feels Like a Funeral' : Rockingham County Residents React to Coal Ash Spill
It's been three weeks since Duke Energy announced that a major pipe leak was causing thousands of gallons of toxic coal ash to empty into the Dan River. The incident in Rockingham County is estimated to be the third-largest coal ash spill in the nation's history.
Billionaire Steyer Puts Money Toward Climate, Energy Issues
Liberal activist Tom Steyer pledged to spend $100 million in the 2014 election cycle to promote his favored cause of fighting climate change. David Greene talks to Steyer about his political plans.