Nuclear fallout, plastics mark human impact on planet, scientists say
We have entered a new geological era, in which human action is changing the physical world around us.
As California drought deepens, water debate sharpens
As California struggles to meet new water use restrictions, the governor is urging a sharp increase in fines for the worst violators.
“Peace and planet” marchers at UN: “No more nukes!”
It was a picture perfect Sunday for a peaceful march against the most violent instruments of war: nuclear weapons.
Study links Texas quakes to fracking
Scientists have linked a swarm of small earthquakes west of Fort Worth, Texas, to nearby natural gas wells and wastewater injection.
Wildfire is first of many more due to California drought
"California water policy, water management, and infrastructure need to be changed: those systems were built in an old climate and the reality is, we're in a new climate."
Today in environmental history: Deepwater Horizon spills into Gulf of Mexico
On this day in 2010, a BP oil rig exploded in the Gulf of Mexico, resulting in the largest offshore oil spill in U.S. history.
Amidst drought, the grass is only greener for LA’s wealthy
"It's all well and good that the wealthy are having their lawns painted green, but that's not a solution."
GMO labels on food: Chicagoans dish out activism
"At the heart of this campaign is consumer rights. People deserve to know what they are eating and feeding their children."
Today in environmental history: Mojave Desert spared a nuclear waste dump
Ward Valley, Calif., was decided upon in 1988 as the preferred location for a nuclear waste dump to be operated by U.S. Ecology.
