In 2020, the Almeda Fire devastated the Rogue Valley in Southern Oregon, destroying thousands of homes and intensifying an existing housing shortage. Among those who felt compelled to act were Jacob and Elize Fry. Although their home was unharmed, they were determined to provide housing for those displaced by the fire. The Frys used a...
Rivers around the world are gradually losing oxygen due to global warming, posing a threat to fish and aquatic life, according to a recent study. Researchers in China used satellite data and artificial intelligence to study oxygen levels in over 21,000 rivers globally since 1985. The study, published in Science Advances, reveals a 2.1% drop...
Two bald eaglets have been observed in a Chicago park’s nest, marking the first successful wild breeding of these raptors in the city in over 100 years, according to city officials. The Chicago Park District reported that bird-watchers began noticing nesting activities in February at Park 597 along the Calumet River on Chicago’s Southeast Side....
A wildfire in Simi Valley, which compelled the evacuation of tens of thousands of residents, reached 22% containment on Wednesday. However, shifting winds, low humidity, and dry vegetation might increase fire activity through Thursday, as reported by the Ventura County Fire Department. The fire ignited around 11 a.m. on Monday near Sandy Avenue and spread...
On October 11, 2023, in Greenford, England, the Ealing Beaver Project released a family of five beavers into Paradise Fields nature reserve. This marks the arrival of the first beavers in West London in 400 years, aiming to address modern climate challenges. The beavers, consisting of two adults and three kits, have started their new...
Denver’s Downtown Energy Transformation Denver plans to heat and cool several downtown buildings using a novel system that incorporates water, geothermal energy, and heat derived from sewage. This approach offers a green alternative to the current reliance on fossil fuels, primarily used to power, heat, and cool the city’s structures. The initiative aims to address...
The PDX Community Solar project benefits from a grant exceeding $4 million, sourced from the Portland Clean Energy Fund. This project delivers power to qualified, low-income residents in Portland, Oregon, particularly in the Cully neighborhood. These efforts highlight the broader initiative, with NPR dedicating a series to explore community-led climate solutions amidst political challenges. Portland’s...
In Utah, a coalition of communities, from large cities to small rural towns like Coalville, are collaborating to increase renewable energy in the electric grid. This initiative could serve as a model for other U.S. cities to pursue climate action, especially as federal support wanes. NPR has dedicated coverage to how these communities are addressing...
Mexican officials announced their decision to reject the proposal by Royal Caribbean to construct a large water park along the Caribbean coast. The decision followed strong opposition from local residents and environmental advocates who expressed concerns about the potential harm to the region’s delicate ecosystem and the community of Mahahual. At a press conference on...
Starbucks recently proclaimed that their cold-beverage cups are “widely recyclable.” Yet, an investigation by the advocacy group Beyond Plastics has challenged this assertion. According to their findings, none of the tracked cups reached a recycling facility. The coffee company disagrees with the methodology used by Beyond Plastics. Starbucks argues that the tracking devices, which are...