Takeaways from how water pollution in Iowa can deflate summer fun Iowa’s waterways face significant pollution challenges due to agricultural runoff and sewage The Independent UK · Jun 4
El Niño needs monitoring, but India better prepared than earlier: Bayer’s Simon Wiebusch Farmers are increasingly recognising climate volatility as a long-term reality, driving greater adoption of climate-smart practices, says Simon Wiebusch. The Economic Times · Jun 4
Red alert for green iron: Australia risks its advantage None of Australia's green iron projects are ready to launch and, without policy changes, the nation risks missing the opportunity to lead a global race. AAP · Jun 4
Air pollution could be affecting your brain power The impacts are similar to what researchers would expect from 10 years of normal aging The Independent UK · Jun 3
Energy, water use and pollution of AI and data centers rival most countries According to a United Nations University report, the environmental footprint of data centers already rivals some of the world's largest countries AAP · Jun 3
Congress finds a unifying issue — geothermal energy Republicans and Democrats in Congress seem to have found a unifying issue, and it’s a hot one lurking beneath the earth’s surface: geothermal energy. Without objection and without partisan digs from either side, the House on Tuesday passed by voice vote a package of six bills — three from Republicans… Roll Call · Jun 3
The Summer Gardening Mistake That Kills More Plants Than Heat Summer gardens often look like they struggle because of scorching temperatures, but heat alone does not usually deliver the final blow. A far more common culprit hides in plain sight and quietly weakens plants day after day. Many gardeners believe more water automatically means healthier plants during hot spells. That… Frugal Gardening · Jun 3
UN calculates nation-sized environmental footprints for AI and data centers According to a United Nations University report, the environmental footprint of data centers already rivals some of the world’s largest countries The Independent UK · Jun 3
AI offers promise for agriculture, but smallholder farmers risk being left behind Globally, agriculture faces mounting pressures. These are driven by climate change, land degradation, labour shortages, supply chain disruptions and the demand for food from a growing population. The Conversation · Jun 3
Where does the Grand Canyon's water really come from? Scientists explore hidden caves Researchers are mapping the Grand Canyon's hidden cave systems to understand how Roaring Springs, a vital water source, functions. This project investigates the connection between snowmelt and these cave-fed springs, crucial for the park's ecosystems and visitor safety. Findings will inform water management globally. The Economic Times · Jun 2
Seven states sue Trump administration over offshore wind project deal The states contend the deal will harm their states’ economies, energy grids and climate goals The Independent UK · Jun 2
Soybeans Fall on Tuesday, as Traders Look Past Weaker Ratings for Wetter Forecast Soybeans posted losses of as little as 4 cents in the deferreds, with nearbys own as much as 16 cents. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price was down 15 3/4 cents at $11.06 3/4. Soymeal futures were down 30 cents to $3.10 higher, with Soy Oil futures 5 to... Barchart · Jun 2
Trump Environmental Policy Threatens Colorado Elk Populations by Handing Thousands of Acres to Oil Drillers The federal government plans a massive land lease sale in Colorado, risking wildlife habitats and dark sky areas, driven by legislation prioritising fossil fuel extraction over conservation. International Business Times UK · Jun 2
The Coffee Crisis of May 2026: Why Your Morning Cup Is About 18.5% More Expensive Than Last Spring Your morning cup of coffee is officially more expensive than it was at this time last year across the nation. A combination of climate change affecting crops and high shipping costs has hit the coffee market very hard. These pressures have forced coffee companies to raise retail prices to cover… Grocery Coupon Guide · Jun 1
Medical Daily · Jun 1 HEALTH ALERT: Los Angeles Families Are Rebuilding Homes on Toxic Soil — And Federal Agencies Stopped Testing Before They Finished the Job Seventeen months after the Palisades and Eaton wildfires consumed more than 16,000 structures across Los Angeles County in January 2025 — incinerating homes, vehicles, electronics, solar panels, and decades' worth of synthetic materials — families are returning to their properties and rebuilding.
Medical Daily · Jun 1 HEALTH ALERT: Chicago Ozone Crisis Enters a New Phase — Air Pollution Action Days Are Coming Earlier, Hitting Harder, and Exposing 9.4 Million Residents to Lung Damage The greater Chicago metropolitan area was placed under an Air Quality Alert this week as the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency declared an Air Pollution Action Day, warning that ground-level ozone had reached concentrations classified as "Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups" — and was forecast to worsen into Wednesday.
The Independent UK · Jun 1 4 ways fluctuating temperatures can affect your body and mind Changes in weather can have a range of subtle physical and mental impacts.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 1 Wildfires devastating richer areas but fewer hectares burned globally – study ‘Megafires’ in California, Canada, South Korea and Europe in 2025, but changes to farming slowed spread in parts of Africa
Euronews · Jun 1 Is Europe's heatwave bad news for renewables? Surge in solar turns power prices negative Soaring temperatures can actually hinder some kinds of renewable energy output, even sun-absorbing solar.
The Conversation · Jun 1 Australia’s spent billions on renewable gases, with little to show. This is how to do it properly Australia’s biggest industrial gas users pump out about 5% of our greenhouse gas emissions. To have any chance of reaching our emissions targets, Australia need to reduce its heavy reliance on fossil gas.
Digital Camera World · May 31 Astrophotography in June 2026: get your camera ready to photograph the moon and the stars this month Everything you need to know about what’s worth photographing in the night skies over the coming month
Evening Standard · May 31 ‘Big change’ in weather as thunderstorms and downpours forecast after heatwave Heavy rain was expected to cross the whole country on Monday, the Met Office said.
The Free Financial Advisor · May 30 Texas Families Are Paying More to Stay Cool This Year: How Utility Costs Are Reshaping Summer Budgets Summer in Texas does not whisper—it roars in with triple-digit heat, blazing sun, and air conditioners running nonstop from sunrise to midnight. This year, that familiar heat comes with an even sharper edge: rising electricity bills that hit household budgets harder than many families expected. Utility companies across the state…
International Business Times UK · May 31 Invasive Species Alien To The West Coast Is Growing At 'Terrifying Speed', Costing Millions To Eradicate Golden mussels are rapidly spreading along the US West Coast, threatening infrastructure and ecosystems. Emergency measures and costly eradication efforts are underway to contain the invasive species.
AAP · May 30 'Once in every five years' storm batters coastline A 'once-in-every-five-years' storm is wreaking havoc as thousands are left without power as residents brace for rarely experienced widespread damaging winds.