Viewpoints Explained: The Steps That Will Lessen Your Intake Of Microplastics
Microplastics are nearly impossible to avoid, but small shifts like skipping heated plastics and ultra-processed foods can help limit how much enters our bodies.
Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change Sub-categories:
- Biodiversity (8)
- Climate Change (34)
- Conservation and Sustainability (20)
- Ecology and Ecosystem Management (13)
- Environment (38)
- Extreme Weather (13)
- Natural Disasters (23)
- Natural Resources (7)
- Ocean Science (2)
- Pollution (13)
- Weather and Weather Forecasting (12)
- Wildlife Protection and Management (15)
The Push To Free America’s Rivers
We look at why thousands of dams are coming down across the U.S. and what changes happen once a river is no longer held back. In places like the Klamath River, the shift is already visible, offering a clearer picture of what restoration can look like and lead to.
Concrete Jungles, Real Wildlife
From coyotes trotting through Chicago neighborhoods to bats pouring out from under Austin bridges, wildlife is showing up in places many Americans never expected. We explore why animals are thriving in urban environments and how cities are slowly turning back into ecosystems where humans are just one of many residents.
When The Signal Goes Silent: Why Backup Communication Matters
As extreme weather becomes more unpredictable, one of the first systems to fail is often the one we rely on most: communication. This story looks at what happens when cell towers go dark, why waiting to figure things out in the moment can be dangerous and how simple backup plans can make a critical difference.
Why Are All Major U.S. Cities Sinking?
experts Tom Parsons and Pietro Teatini break down what’s causing the ground to drop, why it’s happening faster in some places than others, and what can be done to slow or manage the damage before it’s too late.
Burning Year-Round: The New Reality Of Firefighting In America
Kelly Ramsey shares her candid experience with us of what it’s like to fight fire in a system that’s breaking under its own weight.
Viewpoints Explained: Sinking Cities: What’s Causing The Ground To Drop
We cover what’s really behind this change and why it’s an urgent issue affecting millions.
Viewpoints Explained: The Secret Timing Of Cicadas
Last summer, the ground erupted in sound. What caused this rare, deafening phenomenon — and how do cicadas know when it’s time to emerge after several years underground?
Viewpoints Explained: Can We Revive Extinct Species? Scientists Say Maybe
Could this be the beginning of a new era in conservation, or is it a step too far?
Kitchen Innovation: The Debate Over Lab Vs. Land-Grown Meat
Journalist and author Chase Purdy joins us to share his insights into the world of cell-cultured meat.
60 Days Out: Reminiscing & Rebuilding After The L.A. Fires
Despite the many challenges and anxieties ahead, many Californians are remaining optimistic and plan to rebuild what once was.
Adventures In Volcano Land: Conversations With Volcanologists
We cover these magnificent structures, common myths and how people within the danger zone stay safe.
Viewpoints Explained: Will This Hotter-Than-Usual Heat Ever End?
Is the new norm triple digit weather in the summer months? We cover the dangers of this extreme heat and how to stay safe this summer.
Politics, Violence & International Instability: The Domino Effects Of Climate Change
Our experts discuss what the future will look like on a global scale if we continue this path.
25,000 Pieces Of Floating Space Junk: Decluttering Earth’s Orbit
We discuss the growing issue of human-created space debris and what more needs to be done to curb this problem before it reaches catastrophic levels.
Attribution Science 101: Helping Us See The Real-World Impacts Of Climate Change
We speak with attribution science expert Andrew Pershing about the field’s evolution and current focuses.
‘The Technology’s There. We’re Just Not Using It’: The Push To De-Carbonize Industry
We speak with expert Jeffrey Rissman about the toll of these current practices and the failure to change within this sector.
Viewpoints Explained: Why Do We Suck At Recycling?
We talk about the plastic crisis and why it’s important to cut down on the plastic you use in your daily life.
Americans Love-Hate Relationship With This Furry Animal
We speak with wildlife expert Erika Howsare about our long and tangled relationship with the white-tailed deer.
What Lies Ahead: A Climate Calamity For Developing Countries
We speak with anthropologist and climate policy expert Naveeda Khan about the U.N. Climate Change Conference that took place this year and how smaller, developing countries are stepping up and demanding change.
Viewpoints Explained: Thinking Of Buying An Electric Car Soon? Keep This In Mind
Frigid temperatures across the U.S. have been wreaking havoc for millions of drivers, especially electric car owners. We cover this unfolding crisis and how auto manufacturers are responding.
The Secrets Learned From A Fifth-Generation Beekeeper
Meredith May discusses the threat to bees with commercialized beekeeping and what we can do to protect these insects that are vital to our ecosystem.
An End To The 165 Million Year Reign Of Dinosaurs
There’s no doubt that dinosaurs left their mark. Some scientists even wonder – would they still be around today if the asteroid never collided with Earth?
Do You Feel SAD? Us Too
We cover just how much SAD (and lesser variations like the winter blues) can affect your life during the colder, gloomier winter months and how some easy lifestyle changes can help ease symptoms each year.
