'G19' Nations Affirm Climate Plan, Acknowledging U.S. Withdrawal
Noting President Trump's stance, a declaration states, "The leaders of the other G20 members state that the Paris Agreement is irreversible."
Environment
Florida Swaps Out Septic Tanks For Sewers To Fight Coastal Pollution
Septic tanks, long considered safe and effective, are increasingly seen as a major contributor to coastal pollution. Florida is now starting the costly job of switching hundreds of thousands of homeowners from septic to sewer.
Who Gets To Fish For Red Snapper In The Gulf? It's All Politics
The fish were nearly wiped out from the Gulf 20 or 30 years ago, so the catch is closely regulated. A Trump administration deal to extend the recreational season has prompted cheers – and concerns.
State Approves Plans For Duke Energy Coal Ash Landfill
Duke Energy will soon have another place to dispose of its coal ash. Environmental regulators have approved plans for a new lined landfill in Wilmington.
As First Model 3 Rolls Off The Line, Can Tesla Sustain Momentum?
Tesla's first Model 3 comes off the assembly line Friday, a pivotal moment for the company. It's Tesla's mass-market electric car — with a $35,000 price. But it faces challenges ramping up production.
France Plans To Ban Sale Of Diesel And Gas Vehicles By 2040
Environment Minister Nicolas Hulot announced a range of ambitious plans on Thursday that also include banning oil and gas drilling and doing away with coal-powered plants.
Montana Earthquake Is Felt For Hundreds Of Miles Early Thursday
The earthquake was the strongest to hit western Montana in years; it was followed by at least 10 measurable temblors with magnitudes of up to 4.9.
Damage From Wayward Weedkiller Keeps Growing
As many as 2 million acres of soybeans may have been harmed by a popular weedkiller drifting into neighboring fields. Arkansas' proposed ban on the herbicide, dicamba, is awaiting final approval.
It's Not Easy, But Aspen Moves Toward 100 Percent Renewable Energy
Since President Trump pulled out of the Paris climate deal, more cities are vowing to shift to 100 percent renewable power. We visit Aspen, Colo., to see how complicated that can be.
The Fight Over The Dakota Access Pipeline Continues
Protesters opposed to the construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline have long since dispersed from the Dakotas' Standing Rock Indian Reservation, but the saga of the 1100-mile long oil pipeline continues.