Angely Mercado

5/17/22

Kitty Litter Could Help Fight Climate Change

MIT researchers have found a creative, climate-friendly way to use a common mineral found in litter boxes to reduce…

5/16/22

In 'El Apagón,' Bad Bunny Tackles Gentrification and Power Outages

The Puerto Rican musician balances the pride and anger of Puerto Ricans in his new album, Un Verano Sin Ti.

5/13/22

In New Hell Climate, Oregon Adopts Workplace Safety Rules for Smoke and Heat

All workers "deserve health and safety protections from extreme heat and wildfire smoke,” said Oregon Governor Kate…

5/12/22

Report: 'Carbon Bombs' Are Poised to Screw Us Over Big Time

Massive planned oil and gas projects are set to derail climate progress, reporting from the Guardian reveals.

5/12/22

Recycling Pledges From Coca-Cola and Nestlé Are a Joke

Lofty promises from Big Plastic won't make a dent in ocean pollution, a new report finds.

5/11/22

Climate Change May Be Giving the World’s Oceans Amnesia

This could complicate future conservation efforts and make it harder to prepare for extreme weather.

5/10/22

The Largest Water Reservoirs in California Are Rapidly Receding

The ongoing drought in the U.S. West is challenging access to water in several states.

5/9/22

More Human Bones Emerge From Lake Mead as Drought Continues

Visitors are asked not to search for more human remains or artifacts in the reservoir, where water levels have…

5/6/22

New Department of Justice Office Will Target Climate Disparities

The Office of Environmental Justice will focus on overburdened frontline communities, Attorney General Merrick…

5/6/22

These Rogue Glass Recyclers Want to Create New Sand for Louisiana's Coast

Glass Half Full is the only glass recycling facility in New Orleans, and they're producing coarse sand that they…

5/5/22

The U.S. Barely Recycled Last Year

A new report finds that we're recycling less now than in previous years, thanks to a broken system.

5/4/22

Native Peoples Harvested Huge Amounts of Seafood Without Harming Ecosystems

Archaeological research highlights how Indigenous communities practiced sustainable fishery management over…

5/3/22

Decades-Old Body Emerges from Drought-Stricken Lake Mead

Police say the receding waters may reveal even more dumped bodies over time.

4/29/22

Fed-Up Puerto Rican Businesses Sue Power Company After Yet Another Blackout

The island is frequently hit by blackouts, and now several companies want compensation for lost revenue.

4/28/22

The Next 'Great Dying' Is Coming for Your Seafood

Researchers warn of a mass extinction in the oceans if we continue on our current path.

4/26/22

Group Sues White House Over Oil & Gas Report That Didn't Mention Climate Change

Friends of the Earth says its request for information went unanswered. "We tried to do this diplomatically... Maybe…

4/22/22

Make Earth Day Great Again

It's time to take the holiday back from fossil fuel companies and social media marketing teams.