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Is Earth 'on the brink'? 2024 was likely our planet’s hottest year in 125,000 years
By Sharmila Kuthunur published
Two new climate reports warn Earth's vital signs are flashing red after the hottest year in 125,000 years, but say recovery is still possible with swift action.

How AI can improve storm surge forecasts to help save lives
By Navid Tahvildari published
Accurate storm surge predictions are critical for giving coastal residents time to evacuate and giving emergency responders time to prepare.

Can we dim the sun to fight climate change? Not without risking weather patterns, scientists suggest
By Tereza Pultarova published
Scattering microscopic particles of sulfur in the atmosphere might slow down climate change. It might also change weather patterns.

Trump administration is on track to cut 1 in 3 EPA staffers by the end of 2025, slashing agency's ability to keep pollution out of air and water
By Chris Sellers, Elizabeth Blum published
Two academics look at the stakes involved with air and water pollution if the EPA's budget is cut.

A walk across Alaska's Arctic sea ice brings to life the losses that appear in climate data
By Alexandra Jahn published
An expert discusses the many ways that Alaska's arctic sea ice melt is affecting the lives of those who live in the area.

How unexploded bombs cause environmental damage – and why climate change exacerbates the problem
By Christina Greene, Sarah Njeri published
One of the key ways war leads to environmental harm is by leaving behind unexploded weaponry.

AI is transforming weather forecasting − and that could be a game changer for farmers around the world
By Amir Jina, Paul Winters published
The challenge is getting this technology where it's needed.

Boosting timber harvesting in national forests while cutting public oversight won't solve America's wildfire problem
By Tony Cheng, Forrest Fleischman, Courtney Schultz published
In other words, more fire is coming, more often.
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