Environmental Protection
We’ve ‘underestimated’ methane emissions from fossil fuels
Over the past three centuries atmospheric levels of the greenhouse gas has increased by some 150%.
Report: U.S. labels on plastics mislead the recycling public
The "Circular Claims Fall Flat" study says firms violate U.S. labeling rules because plastic products aren't actually recycled.
Bumblebees are feeling the heat of climate change
Warming temperatures are primarily to blame for the dramatic decline in bumblebee numbers, scientists say.
Invasive snails could help beleaguered coffee farmers
Asian tramp snails are originally from Asia. Yet they are now widespread throughout tropical and subtropical regions.
Study finds habitat loss, lighting threaten the firefly’s charm
Firefly experts from across the globe described threats to the beloved insect, which also include pesticide use and tourism.
U.S. officials want to know who’s killing Florida dolphins
NOAA is offering a $20,000 reward in the dolphin cases, while hoping to better educate the public about protecting them.