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Industry Knew for Decades That Microplastics Could Infiltrate Human Bodies

The chemical industry has known for decades that ingested microplastic particles can reach vital organs, an investigation has found. Read more on E360 →

Finally, Something Americans Agree On!

Patty Spillman and her husband farm over 400 acres of corn, soybeans and wheat in central Ohio. Both have lived in the area all their lives; his family has been on the land since 1861. In 2023, a…

How companies are using AI to support sustainability goals

Emerging AI-powered processes including optimization, digital-twin simulations and analysis are delivering results. The post How companies are using AI to support sustainability goals appeared first…

High power bills, blackouts land Michigan utilities on the ballot

A ballot measure could test the limits of how states can curb corporate influence in politics.

New report maps widespread criminal presence across six Amazonian countries

New mapping by Amazon Underworld finds that criminal networks or armed groups operate in nearly three-fifths of Amazon municipalities across the six countries surveyed, which include Bolivia, Brazil,…

‘I use disposable cups’: Chris Minns backflips on takeaway coffee cups after media and business backlash

Legislation requiring mugs to be offered when people drink at cafes to be scrapped, with environment minister stating ‘we need to clear this up’ Follow our Australian politics live blog for latest…

The High-Stakes Governor’s Races That Could Reshape America’s Energy Future

The right governor can put a state on a dramatically different energy and environmental path—and next week’s election could set the stage for major policy shifts across the country. Democrats are…

Fall Harvest Minestrone

Our fall harvest minestrone trades summer’s vegetables for autumn’s produce. Break out the slow cooker!

BYD’s $10,000 EV blows a tire at nearly 90 mph — Watch what happens

BYD updated its lowest-priced electric car, the Seagull, which starts at around $10,000 in China, with a few extras, including a high-speed tire blowout system that stabilizes the vehicle at nearly…

Amazon Fresh vs. Whole Foods vs. Instacart: I priced the same groceries on all three

Products are chosen independently by our editors. Purchases made through our links may earn us a commission. If you're a Prime member, you've probably noticed Amazon nudging you toward its grocery…

Stratos Data Center Will Emit Air Pollution Linked to Premature Deaths and Health-Related Economic Damages for Utah and States Downwind

Price hikes aren’t all that’s at stake in FirstEnergy Ohio’s rate case

Before a utility can raise electricity rates, it must get approval from regulators. In Ohio, some groups are looking to step into that process to make sure FirstEnergy, whose utilities supply power…

Want the News to Unite People? Let Them Report It

Every few weeks, Jackie Jantzi sits in on school board meetings in Akron, Ohio, taking notes on her laptop. Afterward, she polishes a summary of what happened, to be published online, free for anyone…

As extreme heat worsens, renters are gaining a ‘right to cooling’

New laws are treating cooling as a necessity rather than a luxury, though what landlords must provide varies widely.

Kashmir’s springs are drying up. Scientists say saving them starts uphill

Shafeeqa, a 40-year-old resident of Cherwan village in Ganderbal district, north of Srinagar in Kashmir Valley, remembers a spring that once flowed with enough force to make diverting its water…

Plan for multibillion-pound Sizewell nuclear plant a ‘terrible deal’ for UK taxpayers, MPs say

The public accounts committee has said the risk to billpayers is ‘extraordinary’ The government’s plan to fund a multibillion-pound nuclear plant at the Sizewell site in Suffolk represents a…

Data Centers, Power Bills, Hurricanes: What’s at Stake for the Environment in Florida’s Senate Race

When asked to choose, Florida’s likely voters have picked protecting the environment over economic growth by more than 2 to 1, a margin that surprised even the pollster who asked the question. In a…

Apple Butter Snack Cake

Made with apples and apple butter, this easy fall cake is just the thing when you need a sweet snack.

Rivian electric van spotted in Walmart+ livery, hinting at a fleet deal

A Rivian electric delivery van wrapped in Walmart+ branding was photographed on a car hauler on I-94 in northwest Indiana today. It’s the first public sign that Walmart could become Rivian’s next big…

Philips Ambilight 7985 TV Review

Products are chosen independently by our editors. Purchases made through our links may earn us a commission. Light strips that connect to a TV have become popular for making the viewing experience…

Stratos Data Center Will Emit Air Pollution that’s Linked to Premature Deaths and Health Economic Damages for Utah and States Downwind

A new report models emissions from different on-site methane generation power scenarios to show potential impacts on the people of Utah and residents of multiple downwind states.

The Michigan climate candidate courting opponents of Big Solar

Sunrise Movement co-founder William Lawrence is navigating backlash against data centers — and clean energy — in his bid for Congress.

Persian leopards hang on in the Caucasus despite landmines

There have been few sightings of the endangered Persian leopard in the Caucasus region over the past 20 years: just three in Georgia and 10 in Armenia. But scientists and conservationists are alert…

Aerial video shows California flooding amid ‘record-breaking tides’ – video

Coastal communities across California were preparing for days of flooding amid potentially 'record-breaking tides' this week, as water levels began rising on Monday. Coastal California braces for…

As Election Day Nears, a Key House Race Remains in Flux

NY-17: Fourth in a series on the environmental stakes behind one of the nation’s most fiercely contested congressional races. After the Democratic primary election in New York’s hotly contested 17th…

Volkswagen’s EV recall spreads to Audi, and owners are told to stop at 80% charge

Volkswagen’s latest recall now extends to Audi, affecting more than 9,000 Q4 E-Tron and Q4 Sportback E-Tron vehicles. And just like with the ID.4, owners are being told to limit charging to 80% of…

These cozy flannel sheets are on sale for the first time

Products are chosen independently by our editors. Purchases made through our links may earn us a commission. Daylight saving time ends on Sunday, and with the clocks falling back, you get one more…

Countries take first step toward global crackdown on environmental crime

Negotiations are set to begin on the world’s first international protocol to fight environmental crime, including wildlife trafficking, illegal deforestation, and illicit waste smuggling. The…

Trump’s cuts have exposed US to ‘cascade’ of El Niño dangers, experts warn

President has taken an axe to National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, stalling climate research on and response to extreme weather events Sweeping cuts to the premier US climate agency under…

In Florida’s Gubernatorial Race, a Choice Between New Climate Policy or the Status Quo

Florida’s gubernatorial race features two candidates with very different views on the environment and climate: One largely supports maintaining the status quo in state policy while the other…

Waymo adds nearly 250 square miles of robotaxi coverage in 5 cities

Waymo is growing its driverless service area by nearly 250 square miles over the next week, spread across Los Angeles, Nashville, Orlando, San Diego, and the San Francisco Bay Area. That’s about as…

In Pakistan’s Punjab, toxic air threatens wildlife amid a monitoring blind spot

Each November, a suffocating blanket of particulate matter envelops Pakistan’s Punjab province, turning the sky into a hazardous grey canopy. While the public health catastrophe for more than 20…

Rosebank oilfield would not breach UK emission targets, say government insiders

Emissions from exported oil would not count against carbon budget, insiders say – reasoning likely to draw dismay from climate campaigners The giant Rosebank oilfield can be approved without…

Climate Activists Celebrate Lula’s Win in Brazil, but Warn the Fight Is Far From Over

Environmentalists worldwide are celebrating the re-election of Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva as a win for the Amazon’s future and global climate policy. The three-term incumbent…

BMW is going upscale with its first 3-row EV, the iX7

BMW’s next electric SUV won’t just be bigger. The iX7 will sit at the top of the brand’s EV lineup when it debuts in 2027, bringing a more luxurious option to the mix. more…

Global framework urgently needed to assess emerging health risks of novel chemicals, experts say

Over the past century, humanity has invented a dizzying array of novel chemicals for industrial, commercial and domestic use. These synthetic chemicals have been manufactured and released into the…

Homes across UK to get low- or no-interest loans to fund solar panels and heat pumps

Government-backed Warm Home Loans scheme to help households cut energy bills by hundreds of pounds Households across the UK can now cut their energy bills by hundreds of pounds a year at no upfront…

Battleground Ballots

Welcome to Inside Climate, a podcast from the staff of Inside Climate News. This year’s midterm elections are quickly approaching and control of Congress and state houses across the nation is up for…

Anker launches ‘world’s longest lasting’ 5,024Wh power station with $2,150 exclusive savings, Lectric XP Lite3 e-bike launch, more

We’ve got an exciting Tuesday Green Deals edition with two new launches and a first-time discount. Leading the pack is the official launch of Anker’s SOLIX S5000 Portable Power Station + bundles that…

Baby orangutans in India expose illegal wildlife trade as experts question a billionaire’s zoo

HANOI, Vietnam (AP) — The discovery of five baby orangutans abandoned on a plantation in eastern India is highlighting the country’s growing role as a destination for trafficked apes. Experts say…

Are seed oils unhealthy? Why are so many influencers speaking out against them? | Gideon Meyerowitz-Katz

Randomised trials of omega-6s do not show an increase in inflammation caused by the fatty acid Read more in the Antiviral series If you’ve been online lately, you’ve probably been bombarded with the…

Ahead of Midterms, Republicans Court Iowa Farmers With Fuel Plans

Intense rainfall delayed Iowa’s harvest by nearly three weeks this year, but the combines are finally out in full force. So are top Trump administration officials. U.S. Secretary of Agriculture…

Sykeruns X7 electric dirt bike review: A lot of power for surprisingly little money

The mini electric dirt bike market has exploded over the last few years, with seemingly countless new brands offering everything from pint-sized electric pit bikes to surprisingly powerful off-road…