Ice Shelf Collapses In Previously Stable East Antarctica
The collapse, captured by satellite images, marked the first time in human history that the frigid region had an ice shelf collapse.
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Climate Change
Annual Cherry Blossom Colors Show Mounting Effects Of Climate Change
There are 3,200 cherry trees in the parks around the waterfronts in Washgington D.C. They're feeling the effects of a warming climate.
Kuwait, Among World's Hottest Places, Lags On Climate Action
By the end of the century, scientists say being outside in Kuwait City could be life-threatening.
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U.N. Climate Change Report Warns Of Mass Animal Extinctions
The report predicts tens of thousands of species of animals could go extinct by 2035 due to warming temperatures and rising sea levels.
Climate Crisis Accelerates As Pres. Biden's Plans To Tackle It Stall
As a candidate, President Biden said fighting climate change would create jobs. But as president, there hasn't been much action.
Study: Greenland's Ice Is Melting Faster Than Previously Thought
Some parts of the Greenland ice sheet are melting at rates up to 5 or 6 centimeters a day.
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Dry Winter Drains Reservoirs, Ruins Crops In Spain, Portugal
In Portugal, 45% of the country is now enduring “severe” or “extreme” drought.
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How Global Cities Could Look Under 3 Degrees Of Warming
The nonprofit Climate Central visualized what sea levels would look like under 3 degrees C of warming.
| Scripps News Staff
Understanding How Antarctica Is Melting
Scientists have found new vulnerabilities that are eroding Thwaites Glacier in Antarctica — which will have significant effects on global sea levels.
| Eli Kintisch
2021 Ranks As Earth's 6th Hottest Year On Record
Scientists say the exceptionally hot year is part of a long-term warming trend that shows hints of accelerating.
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Face Masks Are Hurting The Environment
Disposable masks are usually made of polypropylene, which can break into microplastics and if eaten by wildlife can block their digestive tracts.
Lawmakers Discuss What We Can Do To Combat Climate Change
Leaders around the world are working to combat climate change. But what can be done here in the U.S.?
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California Needs More Snow To Offset Drought, Diminished Runoff Levels
Nearly all of California's major reservoirs are below their historic averages.
Making U.S. Water Treatment More Resilient
Advocates for decentralized water treatment say the practice could make water networks in the U.S. more resilient.
Climate Change Is Impacting Snow Sports
Skiers and snowboarders say they're racing to protect their sport and the planet amid the warming climate.
The Rocky Future Of Climbing Due To Climate Change
Climbers and scientists say climate change is altering routes, creating obstacles and changing the sport of climbing forever.
How Climate Change Is Impacting Surfing
Surfers and scientists say climate change and rising sea levels are altering waves they ride.
Making Cranberries More Resilient To Climate Change
Scientists are working to make cranberry production more sustainable.
| Scripps News Staff
Global Warming Is Drying Out Fire Fuels
A new study suggests humans could be the reason the wildfire seasons are getting worse.
In Real Life: Blowout
Scripps News traces the global path of American fossil fuels and their impact on profits and the planet.
California Wildfires Torch Thousands Of Giant Sequoia Trees
U.S. officials say several wildfires have destroyed many thousands of giant sequoia trees in California in a two-year period.
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Brazil's Amazon Deforestation Surges To Worst In 15 Years
Officials in Brazil say the Amazon has seen the worst increase in deforestation in 15 years.
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Out Of Time: Climate Talks Go Past Deadline
Friday's draft proposals called on countries to accelerate "the phaseout of unabated coal power and of inefficient subsidies for fossil fuels."
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There's A Growing Interest In Wastewater Recycling
Communities across the country are reconsidering a process they've long avoided.
A Buddhist Monk's International Journey To Combat Climate Change
Bhikkhu Bodhi is a world-renowned scholar and monk who travels the globe to spread his message on climate change and sustainable living.
U.N. Chief Says Global Warming Goal On 'Life Support'
The U.N. Secretary-General warned that climate talks at COP26 are on "life support," and likely won't yield the needed reductions in emissions.
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Leaders Discuss Global Transportation At COP26 Climate Summit
Cost-effective, sustainable technologies were on display.
| Luke Hanrahan
China, U.S. Pledge To Increase Cooperation At UN Climate Talks
The U.S. and China have agreed to step up their cooperation in taking action to tackle climate change.
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House Speaker Nancy Pelosi Speaks At COP26 Climate Summit
It's Pelosi's first engagement at COP26.
| Luke Hanrahan
Young People Push For Climate Action Amid COP26's Second Week
About 10,000 people have joined a march through Glasgow, saying promises made at COP26 just aren't enough.
| Scripps News Staff
