Climate

Coastal flooding is getting more common, even on sunny days

7:37pm September 03, 2024

by Rebecca Hersher

High tide floods – when water collects in streets or even seeps into buildings on days without rain – are increasingly common in coastal areas as sea levels rise, a new report warns.

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Science

Giant old saguaros can be resilient. It's baby saguaros researchers are worried about

1:25pm August 14, 2024

by Alina Hartounian

Metro Phoenix's mighty saguaros have been falling at a rate that has alarmed casual observers. But experts say people need to turn their attention to the young ones that aren't growing yet.

The oceans are weirdly hot. Scientists are trying to figure out why

11:11am August 14, 2024

by Rebecca Hersher

Scientists knew that climate change would cause the oceans to heat up a lot. But current ocean temperatures are even higher than expected.

Thinking about rooftop solar? 4 things to consider and how to protect yourself

5:15am August 14, 2024

by Jeff Brady

The rooftop solar business is a big source of consumer complaints. The industry is working to repair its reputation. Here’s how you can protect yourself.

Rooftop solar has a fraud problem. The industry is working to build back trust

5:15am August 14, 2024

by Jeff Brady

The rooftop solar business is a big source of consumer complaints. Across the country, prosecutors are investigating sales practices and financing arrangements. Now the solar industry is working to repair its reputation.

The devastating heat wave in 2003 was a wake-up call for Europeans

4:35am August 14, 2024

by Alejandra Borunda

Last summer's heat in Europe contributed to tens of thousands of deaths. A study finds that many more were prevented because of adaptations that have happened since a devastating heat wave in 2003.

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A New York summer program teaches students of color about climate change

4:01am August 14, 2024

Some urban teenagers don't get the chance to explore the wilderness. The Timbuctoo Institute, a summer program in New York State, gives city teens a chance to do just that.

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Why the solar industry is working to repair its reputation

3:40am August 13, 2024

by Jeff Brady

The rooftop solar business is a big source of consumer complaints. Prosecutors are investigating sales practices and financing arrangements.

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Climate activists rally around Harris, seeing a chance to build on Biden’s record

5:30am August 11, 2024

by Michael Copley

Kamala Harris has long voiced support for action on climate change, during her career in California and as vice president. Environmentalists hope that background signals she'd take major steps if elected.

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Rare weather events like tornadoes in New York may be more common with climate change

6:26pm August 09, 2024

New York State has seen a record number of tornadoes this year. Communities are wondering if they need to prepare for more as climate change affects weather patterns. But the science is complicated.

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