Environment

A report by Wallet Hub used several factors such as air quality, environmentally friendly behaviors, energy efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions to rank all 50 states.

Toxic PFAS, or perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are widespread and long lasting in the environment. Here’s a look at the EPA’s new “life-changing” rule.

Climate scientists connect most of the record hot temperatures to human-caused climate change like carbon dioxide and methane emissions created by burning coal and natural gas.

About 265,000 gallons of liquid nitrogen fertilizer was released into the river.

A recent study suggests that climate change is causing giant heat waves to move slower across the globe, baking more people for longer periods with higher temperatures over larger areas.

According to the USDA the spotted lanternfly and gypsy moth are highly detrimental invasive insects, causing significant economic and environmental harm.

Earth Hour, when major landmarks go dark for the planet, is known as "the biggest hour for Earth." Here's what else to know about the annual, globally recognized event.

The Arctic’s summer sea ice extent has shrunk by more than 12% each decade due to the globe’s rising temperatures.

A new report sheds light on the issue of pollution by highlighting some locales in the U.S. and the world with inadequate air quality.

The U.N. weather agency has issued a "red alert" due to alarming increases in greenhouse gases, temperatures, and melting of glaciers and sea ice.

February 2024 was the hottest February on record for the world, which makes it the ninth month in a row to be the hottest on record, the European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service announced Tuesday.

The study defines “ice-free" as when the Arctic Ocean has less than 400,000 square miles of ice.

A recent international study ranked the world’s most beloved meal and determined how the creation of those meals hurts or helps the planet.

Researchers found a decline of nearly 7,000 whales between 2012 and 2021, which coincided with a massive marine heatwave sometimes referred to as “the blob."

Mexico City is facing “unprecedented" low levels in its main water system that supplies millions of people. Some in the region have already reported their taps running dry.

The serene landscapes of our national parks feature a plethora of mountainous landscapes, pristine beaches and lush forests, but there are some deadly risks associated with visiting. Outdoor clothing brand KÜHL looked at different criteria and came up with a list of the top 10 deadliest national parks.