Duke University Scientists Design New Tests To Detect Coal Ash Contamination
Scientists at Duke University have developed new tests that can detect coal ash soil contamination with a new level of sensitivity.
Environment
Farmers Look For Ways To Protect Their Livestock During Climate Change
As summers become hotter due to climate change, farmers are finding it more difficult to keep their animals cool. Some are investing in new facilities and technologies to keep livestock safe.
Small-Scale Farmers Don't Have To Wipe Out Forests To Grow These Crops
Forested land isn't usually good for farming unless it's clear-cut and plowed. Mini farms under the tree tops can grow crops like ginseng and mushrooms. It may be viable way to be a small time farmer.
The Western Wildfires Are Affecting People 3,000 Miles Away
Eastern states have been clouded in a smoky haze for days, and with the smoke comes poor air quality. People far away from the fires aren't ready for the breathing problems the smoke brings.
Wildfires Are Roaring In The West — But Not All Of Them Are Bad
Another large fire season is casting smoke across the country, with conditions ripe for major devastation. But not all fires are bad, and the widespread burning also brings long-term benefits.
Torrential Downpour Continues In China's 'Once-In-5,000-Year Rainstorm'
Heavy rain continues to fall in China's Henan province, causing the worst flooding in recorded history. So far, the government says 25 people have died and around 100,000 have been evacuated.
Men's Spending Habits Result In More Carbon Emissions Than Women's, A Study Finds
Men spend their money on greenhouse gas-emitting goods and services, such as meat and fuel, at a much higher rate than women, Swedish researchers found.
2 Australian States Say Their Sharks Will No Longer 'Attack.' They Will Only 'Bite'
Shark Week may never be the same: Two Australian states-- Queensland and New South Wales — have softened their tone when it comes to the language of reporting shark attacks.
Rain During Monsoon Season Is Becoming Less Reliable, Less Effective
It's monsoon season in the Southwest, a vital source of moisture that keeps pastures and rivers healthy and wildfires in check. But climate change is making it harder to count on the season's rain.
Utah's Great Salt Lake Is Turning Into Dust
The Great Salt Lake's water level is projected to hit a 170-year low this year. Scientists say that could have dire implications for migratory birds, if the lake's food chain collapses as a result.