Polar Bears Still Under Water In The Thawing Arctic
Polar bears live on the sea ice and are still struggling to hang on as their icy Arctic world melts all around them.
EarthTalk Q&A Archive: Answers on Climate, Wildlife & Sustainability
Native Plants: Adapt Or Perish As Climate Changes
Native plants are having a tough time adapting as the climate warms around the world, but some plants are better than others at it….
Phantom Load Straining Already Maxed Out Electrical Grid
The total sum of electricity used by devices while in standby mode or powered off is known as a phantom load, an undetected financial and environmental burdens for most households.
Indigenous Tribes Upset At Cargill’s Continuing Exploitation of Brazil’s Amazon
Indigenous tribes in Brazil’s Amazon are upset at Cargill’s continued exploitation of the region’s natural resources.
Companies Welching On Carbon Reduction Commitments
Dozens of large companies are welching on their emissions reduction commitments which doesn’t bode well for our collective future.
Are Floatovoltaics The Next Big Thing In Renewable Energy?
Proponents say floatovoltaics — floating solar panels — could be the next big thing in alternative energy…
Dehorning Rhinos For The Sake Of The Species Survival
Wildlife officers are cutting the horns off African rhinos in a practice known as dehorning in order to deter poaching.
Are You A Baddie? Then Why Are You Still Using Plastic Straws?
Plastic straws can take up to 200 years to decompose, fragmenting into smaller “microplastics” that have lasting impacts on ecosystems.
Ravaged Forests Release Massive CO2 Into Atmosphere
Forests aren’t always net carbon sinks, especially given the uptick in pest infestations & wildfires causing massive CO2 releases.
COP30 Climate Talks In The Books, Without Much To Show
Despite the best intentions of international negotiators, the COP30 climate talks didn’t achieve any meaningful new commitments.