The Arctic Ocean could be ‘ice-free’ by 2030s
The study defines “ice-free” as when the Arctic Ocean has less than 400,000 square miles of ice.
French fries are one of the best meals for protecting biodiversity, study finds
A recent international study ranked the world’s most beloved meal and determined how the creation of those meals hurts or helps the planet.
Molson Coors joins Wisconsin renewable energy program
Molson Coors Beverage Co. will be the first company to join the new Renewable Pathway Pilot Program, We Energies announced on Tuesday.
‘Thousands of whales disappeared,’ likely starved to death amid strong heatwave: study
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."
Could Mexico City run out of water soon? Region faces historic shortage
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.
PFAS pollution: Wisconsin lawmakers pass bill to tackle problem
The Wisconsin Assembly passed a bill Thursday that would unlock $125 million to help municipalities and landowners cope with PFAS pollution.
Bill to fight PFAS; Evers signals he will not sign Republican bill
Democratic Gov. Tony Evers signaled he has no intention of signing a Republican bill that would spend millions of dollars to address pollution from PFAS.
Wisconsin medical marijuana, tax cut among bills still on table
The Wisconsin Legislature is still considering bills on a number of topics, including medical marijuana and a tax cut, as the Assembly session's end nears.
African American Environmental Pioneer Awards highlights community
The awards recognize African Americans who have dedicated themselves to improving the environment.
Here are the top 10 deadliest national parks, according to research
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.
Wisconsin DNR winter prescribed burns for 2024; track on website
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources announced that fire management crews are starting to perform prescribed burns on DNR properties throughout the state.
States with plastic bag bans prevented billions of bags from being used, report says
The report, Plastic Bag Bans Work, noted that bans in just five locations in the U.S. cut single-use plastic bag consumption by about 6 billion bags per year.
Eating snow 'not worth the risk' of ingesting contaminants, health expert says
One of the reasons why snow should be avoided as a food item involves its role as one of nature’s air filters. Here's why it can be dangerous to eat and some alternatives for kids.
Largest known deep-sea coral reef mapped off Florida coast is larger than Vermont: 'It’s eye-opening'
The largest yet known deep coral reef “has been right under our noses, waiting to be discovered."
Iceland volcano erupts again: See photos, video of lava flowing toward nearby town
The town's residents were previously evacuated from their homes in November following a series of earthquakes that led to cracks and openings in the earth.
John Kerry to step down as Biden admin climate czar: report
U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry is reportedly planning to leave the White House in the coming months and join President Biden's presidential campaign.
North Dakota coal miners unearth ancient mammoth fossil: 'Exciting find'
The well-preserved, rare fossil is believed to be at least 10,000 years old.
Microplastics found in 16 proteins sampled in study, including plant-based alternatives
A new study found microplastics in nearly 90% of proteins sampled, including plant-based meat alternatives.
Milwaukee 'Mulch-O-Rama' gives Christmas trees new purpose
The Milwaukee DPW "Mulch-O-Rama" let residents turn Christmas trees and wreaths into mulch at the Garden District on Saturday, Jan. 6.
The craziest weather records set or smashed in 2023
This past year proved that Mother Nature always seems to have some tricks up her sleeves.