The drier conditions and warmer temperatures associated with climate change can create the conditions that make it easier for wildfires to start. Landscapes — both soil and trees — are now often more thoroughly damaged, making it more difficult for them to regenerate. The concentration of greenhouse gasses in the atmosphere is also raised by wildfire activity.
Commentary: On Valentine's Day, a bouquet of roses stands as the quintessential romantic gesture. Yet the environmental impact of the global cut flower industry urges us toward greener demonstrations of love.
Millions in Brazil have switched from gas to wood and other solid fuel for cooking. A chemistry professor at the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro spoke to EarthBeat about the consequences for air quality and families' health.
Formosa Plastic Group's plan to build a manufacturing complex in St. James Parish has suffered setbacks after permits were put on hold, pending reevaluation of impacts on wetlands and Black-majority neighborhoods.
From New York to Los Angeles, Minneapolis to the Gulf Coast, people of color suffer disproportionately from pollution, callous government and climate change.
Ekene Odigwe, a popular presenter with Radio Nigeria, is one of Nigeria's leading young climate champions, advocating for positive action on his interactive weekly show, "Climate Time."
While hospitals play a pivotal role in treating patients and communities dealing with health issues developing from the fallout of rising temperatures, they also represent a major source of pollutants.
Unborn children would face greater health risks if the Environmental Protection Agency moves to rescind a rule regulating hazardous air pollutants, said the chairmen of two U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops' committees.
