Minnesota has a new scientific and natural area on Lake Superior
Minnesota is home to a new area of protected land called the Icelandite Coastal Fen Scientific and Natural Area.
Minnesota Power says 1 million gallons of coal wastewater leaked
Minnesota Power says it is working with both state and federal agencies after detecting a discharge of ash wastewater.
Pollution control officials work to slow spread of algae
State officials are warning locals about the risks of blue-green algae in some bodies of water as many flock to Minnesota lakes to beat the seasonal heat.
From orbit, NASA maps streets where extreme heat will burn you in seconds
NASA is using data from the space station to map out the hottest streets in one major city, where touching pavement could lead to burns in minutes or even seconds.
Harmful algae blooms in Great Lakes could increase this summer, NOAA warns
NOAA is closely monitoring the Great Lakes this summer for potential increases in harmful algae that could have economic impacts and affect ecosystems.
New Minnesota laws starting July 1 that could affect you
Several new laws begin in Minnesota on July 1 that could affect your daily life.
Wakesurfing boats on WI lakes; calls to restrict 'monster trucks' of water
A conflict is brewing on Wisconsin lakes as a new generation of powerboats is making big waves. That is setting the stage for a water war in Madison.
Worry over being 'disgusting' drives us to do too much laundry, study says
"There is a conflict between the desire to reduce one's washing to save the environment and the fear of being perceived as a disgusting person with unclean clothes," the author said.
Chile's Humboldt penguin could be facing extinction, experts warn
The Humboldt penguin population along the central coast of Chile has drastically declined, with scientists finding only one breeding pair this year compared to 842 last year, putting the species at risk of extinction according to experts.
Texas city tops list of dirtiest in the nation, study says
A recent survey named the "dirtiest" city in the U.S., and earning the top spot this year is none other than Houston, taking the crown from last year's dirtiest, Newark, New Jersey.
Minnesota e-bike rebate: Fewer than 80 applications accepted amid website crash
The state website meant to gather applications for Minnesota's e-bike rebate program remains down after high demand crashed the site on Wednesday.
How AI can help (and hurt) climate change
Artificial intelligence significantly impacts the climate crisis by consuming large amounts of energy and water for its data centers, leading to increased greenhouse gas emissions, while also offering tools for climate management, such as improving climate models, optimizing energy use, and enhancing renewable energy efficiency.
Louisiana crawfish harvest down as much as 90% in shortage that could cripple industry for years
This year has been one of the worst Louisiana crawfish harvests on record.
Heatwave in Mexico causes howler monkeys to drop dead from trees
Mexico is facing one of its harshest droughts, with temperatures hitting 113 degrees Fahrenheit (45 degrees Celsius) on Monday, causing severe water shortages and leading to the deaths of at least 83 howler monkeys in Tabasco due to extreme heat and dehydration.
Minnesota summer air quality threatened by wildfires
Gloomy skies, coupled with an air quality alert across parts of the state last weekend, have some people this weekend wondering if Mother Nature was giving a warning about the summer ahead.
2023 marks hottest summer in over 2,000 years in Northern Hemisphere, study finds
A recent study published in the journal Nature reveals alarming findings about the summer of 2023, asserting it as the hottest in the Northern Hemisphere in over 2,000 years.
Court lifts injunction on Minneapolis 2040 plan
The Minnesota Court of Appeals has lifted an injunction that had blocked parts of Minneapolis' 2040 plan from moving forward.
USDA updates its 2024 Plant Hardiness Map: Find out what planting zone you live in
The updated map offers gardeners, based on where they live, guidance on the best practices to help their plants grow and survive.
World's largest plant to extract CO2 and turn it to stone opens in Iceland
The world's largest carbon capture facility, Mammoth, has begun operations in Iceland, using direct air capture technology to extract CO2 from the atmosphere and convert it into stone.
Minnesota braces for mosquito season amidst rainy spring
This time of year in the land of 10,000 lakes, fishing season and boating season also means mosquito season.