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EPA to Review Cleanups at Eight New England Superfund Sites

Comprehensive reviews will ensure previous remediation efforts continue to protect public health and the environment.

Washington's Crossing Presaged Climate Change

Crossing of the Delaware River in 1776 highlighted the role of weather in military strategy, foreshadowing the impact of climate change.

US Ocean Regulator Faces Criticism Over Right Whale Protection Rule Changes

Proposed changes to longstanding vessel speed rules aim to reduce 'regulatory and economic burdens' despite concerns from environmental groups

US Ocean Regulator Faces Criticism Over Changes to Right Whale Protection Rule

Proposed changes to longstanding rule aim to 'reduce unnecessary regulatory and economic burdens' despite recent death of endangered whale

California Designates Coastal Mountain Lions as 'Threatened'

State officials vote to permanently protect the charismatic predators that roam between the Bay Area and Mexico.

LSU Develops Biodegradable Mardi Gras Beads to Reduce Waste

New 'PlantMe Beads' made from 3D-printed starch-based material with okra seeds aim to make Carnival season more sustainable

Gray Wolf Spotted in Los Angeles County After Over a Century

The 3-year-old female wolf's journey highlights the challenges and possibilities of wildlife recovery in California's urban-wildland interface.

Curious Santa Cruz Sea Otter Becomes Local Celebrity

Otter 841 helps educate residents on coastal conservation efforts.

Georgia's Bald Eagles Nesting Closer to People

Increased eagle presence raises concerns about public safety and wildlife conservation.

Doorbell Cameras Help Catch Arkansas Poacher

Remote surveillance technology plays key role in wildlife crime investigation

US Ocean Regulator Proposes Changes to Right Whale Protection Rule

Environmental groups criticize the move, citing a recent death of an endangered whale.

US Ocean Regulator Faces Criticism Over Right Whale Protection Rule Changes

Environmental groups cite recent death of endangered whale as reason to strengthen, not weaken, regulations.

32-Year No-Till Study Shows Benefits in Paraguay

Research also highlights the history of California's Conservation Agriculture Systems Innovation project and a review of regenerative agriculture in Europe

Reflective Roofing Systems Reduce Building Heat Gain

Innovative roofing materials engineered to reflect sunlight and limit thermal transfer into buildings.

New Book 'Climate Porn' Targets Phony Science

Author Kevin Mooney's new book exposes how climate alarmism has become a form of 'propaganda masquerading as science'.

US Ocean Regulator Proposes Changes to Right Whale Protection Rule

Environmental groups criticize plan to 'modernize' regulations and reduce 'economic burdens'

New Model Maps Frost's Impact on Corn More Accurately

Brazilian researchers develop remote sensing method to assess crop damage from extreme weather events.

Only 3 Active Screw Worm Cases Remain in Northern Mexico

One case is 240 miles from Texas border, raising concerns for cattle industry

Rescue Dogs Become Conservation Heroes

Working Dogs for Conservation trains former shelter dogs to help protect wildlife and ecosystems worldwide.

Redlands to Host 'Food Systems for Climate Resilience' Forum

Local farmers and activists to discuss how climate change impacts regional food production and solutions.

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