To Fight Pollution, He's Reinventing The Mongolian Tent
A new UNICEF report warns that Mongolia's pollution is a very real danger to children's health. One man has a plan to create a green community.
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Here's Why Environmentalists Are Cheering The Latest Burger At Sonic Drive-In
The fast-food chain is about to roll out a new kind of burger, made from a mixture of beef and mushrooms. Sonic calls it "uniquely delicious." Environmentalists say it could help save the planet.
From Almonds To Rice, Climate Change Could Slash California Crop Yields By 2050
An analysis of nearly 90 studies finds that warming temperatures may alter where key crops grow across the state, which provides about two-thirds of America's produce.
Forecast For National Weather Service Is Cloudy, With A Chance Of Budget Cuts
The Trump administration is looking to slash the National Weather Service's budget at a time when the service already has hundreds of unfilled positions — all while extreme weather is increasing. Now, meteorologists are speaking out, warning about being understaffed and the risks to keeping the public informed.
Widespread Drought Across U.S. Stokes Fears About A Repeat Of 2012's Wrath
If rainfall doesn't come soon, it could cost billions in devastation — a difficult fallout considering the USDA expects farmers' incomes to hit a 12-year low even if crop yields stay high.
Norfolk Requires Developers To Do More Against Flooding
New zoning rules in Norfolk, Virginia, require developers to include flood prevention measures. Some builders opposed the move, and warn it will raise costs for home buyers.
Researchers Haven't Found A Single Endangered Right Whale Calf Yet This Season
"The right whales are at a point where more are dying than are being born," biologist Clay George says. "That's just not sustainable long-term."
German Court Will Let Cities Ban Some Diesel Cars To Decrease Pollution
A German court has ruled that cities may bans diesel cars in order to bring down emissions levels.
German High Court Rules That Cities Can Ban Diesel Vehicles To Reduce Pollution
A high court in Germany says a city suffering from excessive air pollution can ban older diesel vehicles from its streets, if officials cannot find other ways to reduce nitrogen oxide emissions to E.U.-mandated levels.
How A Skeptical Rancher, Aided By An Outdoors Brand, Turned Climate Friendly
It took a bit of arm-twisting to get on board because of previous encounters with environmentalists. But now, partnered with The North Face, the ranch sustainably produces wool for outdoor clothing.