Where does your state rank on the ‘2023 Greenest States’ list?

The list compared the 50 states across three dimensions: environmental quality, eco-friendly behaviors and climate change contributions.

Interesting facts about Earth Day: Who created the holiday?

The founder of Earth Day was Senator Gaylord Nelson, who was inspired to create the global observance after one of the worst ecological disasters in U.S. history.

Georgia Gwinnett College program turns food waste into fresh produce

When Georgia Gwinnett College senior Stephen Johnson noticed kids not finishing their meals at the dining hall, he turned those leftovers into new produce that is helping the community.

Japan, US agree to go forward with partnership in developing geothermal energy

The memorandum of cooperation was signed Saturday on the sidelines of a meeting of the Group of Seven energy and environment ministers in the northern city of Hokkaido.

More than 100 arrested as animal activists protest Grand National horse race

Several activists climbed the high fences around the racecourse and got onto the track before the race started. Some tried to handcuff themselves to the obstacles.

Landmark law saved whales through marine industry changes, scientists say

The drive to protect vanishing whales has brought impacts to marine industries and those changes are accelerating as the Endangered Species Act approaches its 50th anniversary.

Sen. Warnock visits farm, farmers as work begins on Farm Bill

Sen. Raphael Warnock, D-Georgia, met with north Georgia farmers Thursday to discuss their priorities as lawmakers begin their work on the 2023 Farm Bill.

Study: Climate change causing spike in MLB home runs

A new study finds that climate change is making major league sluggers into even hotter hitters, sending an extra 50 or so home runs a year over the fences.

How sulfate causes air in Texas' Gulf of Mexico coast to be more polluted

Researchers at the University of Houston claim shipping emissions, humidity, and strong sea breeze also contribute to the hazy conditions.

Scientists find ‘mountains,’ variable structures near Earth’s core

Samantha Hansen, a lead researcher, said the team was surprised by how “abundant” the structures were, finding evidence all over the southern hemisphere.