Microplastics Everywhere: Indonesia's Crisis and a Global Policy War
From Jakarta's rain to Lombok's sea salt, tiny plastic particles contaminate ecosystems and trigger a fight over regulation and public health.
Sep 7, 20261 views
Environment
Trump EPA's Plan to Drop Public Air Permit Reviews for Data Centers Sparks Alarm
Critics say the rule change would gut community input on pollution from AI infrastructure, while the administration argues it will speed up development.
Aug 28, 20262 views
Congaree National Park: A Satellite View of America's Hidden Floodplain Forest
NASA's Landsat 9 captures the park's iconic river and forest, highlighting a unique ecosystem facing research, threats, and a reputation battle.
Aug 28, 20261 views
Trump Administration Moves to Dismantle Roadless Rule, Threatening Millions of Forest Acres
Proposal would open protected national forests to roads and logging, drawing sharp opposition from states and environmentalists
Aug 22, 20260 views
California Adopts Nation's Toughest Wildfire Landscaping Rules, Affecting Nearly 2 Million Homes
New 'Zone Zero' regulations require ember-resistant yards in high-risk areas, sparking debate over cost, privacy, and effectiveness.
Aug 20, 20260 views
NPR Member Stations Illuminate the Ripple Effects of Climate, Politics, and Justice
From Silicon Valley's anti-democratic drift to Assam's floods and a Florida skink facing extinction, a roundup of critical reporting.
Aug 10, 20261 views
Trump’s Environmental Rollbacks Spark Legal War as States, Groups Fight Back
From EPA climate finding repeal to DOJ backing xAI, the administration’s pollution agenda faces courtroom challenges.
Aug 3, 20261 views
Global Warming Accelerates at Record Pace, Scientists Warn
New analysis shows Earth's temperature rising at 0.35°C per decade since 2015, with oceans, methane, and sea levels signaling a climate emergency.
Aug 3, 20260 views
Evolution Repeats Itself Across Species in the Galápagos
New studies reveal convergent evolution in daisies, spiders, and octopuses, while human impact threatens the archipelago's unique biodiversity.
Jul 30, 20261 views
New Zealand's Southern Wilderness: A Realm of Beauty and Peril
From Stewart Island's kiwi sanctuaries to dramatic rescues, the rugged landscapes of Aotearoa captivate and challenge.
Jul 30, 20261 views
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