Published by The New York Times Science & Environment From the rise in poaching to the waning of noise pollution, travel’s shutdown is having profound effects. Which will remain, and which will vanish? Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/07/travel/covid-pandemic-environmental-impact.html
Published by the Environmental News Service BANJARMASIN, South Kalimantan, Indonesia, March 5, 2021 (ENS) – Muhammad Suranto and Muhammad Rizky Fauzan, who both live in Indonesia’s South Kalimantan province, were gathering forest products in an area near their homes when they stumbled upon an unfamiliar bird species. They caught and released the bird after taking […]
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment An environmental assessment said the project’s next step would largely benefit coastal areas, though it might also affect some marine life, especially dolphins. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/05/climate/louisiana-mississippi-river-diversion.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment In the heart of coal country, the town of Rawlins will soon be home to one of the nation’s largest wind farms. But pride in the fossil fuel past remains a powerful force. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/03/climate/wyoming-coal-country-wind-farm.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment They see branding opportunities as the pandemic and a desire by cities to curb traffic propel e-bike sales to new heights. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/04/business/electric-ebikes-pandemic.html
Published by the Environmental News Service WASHINGTON, DC, March 3, 2021 (ENS) – Six large U.S. utilities have announced a plan to ensure drivers of electric vehicles have access to a seamless network of charging stations connecting major highways in the South, Midwest, Gulf and Central Plains regions of the United States. The Edison Electric […]
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment In his first major address, the secretary of state pledged to focus on how diplomacy has a direct effect on regular Americans. At the top of the list: dealing with China. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/03/us/politics/biden-blinken-foreign-policy.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Federal wildlife authorities in California are working with a wind energy company to breed the endangered birds in captivity to replace any that may be killed by turbine blades. Conservationists are skeptical. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/03/climate/california-condor-wind-power.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Darren Woods, in an interview before an annual presentation to investors today, also suggested there was common ground with Biden administration policies. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/03/business/energy-environment/exxon-mobil-darren-woods.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment In short: Very green. But plug-in cars still have environmental effects. Here’s a guide to the main issues and how they might be addressed. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/02/climate/electric-vehicles-environment.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Mr. Chambers worked night shifts as a pharmacist so he could spend time scouring Georgia for unseen birds. He died of complications of Covid-19. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/02/obituaries/walter-chambers-dead-coronavirus.html
Published by the Environmental News Service BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, March 2, 2021 (ENS) – A new initiative to support Latin America and the Caribbean in transitioning to a circular economy is underway. The Regional Coalition on Circular Economy will support and promote access to financing by governments and the private sector, with special emphasis on small […]
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Officials have a new plan to manage rising water. Succeed or fail, it will very likely become a case study for other cities facing climate threats. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/02/climate/miami-sea-level-rise.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment As Deb Haaland, President Biden’s choice for Interior secretary, heads toward a showdown vote, the department she would head is moving ahead on environmental policies. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/02/climate/biden-interior-department-haaland.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment In “Under a White Sky,” Elizabeth Kolbert explores the human efforts to confront the effects of climate change, and all their unintended consequences. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/01/books/review/elizabeth-kolbert-under-a-white-sky.html
Published by the Environmental News Service TEL AVIV, Israel, February 28, 2021 (ENS) – The level of tarry pollution on Israel’s Rosh Hanikra Beach near the Lebanese border is now rated medium-heavy, after new lumps of tar washed ashore on Sunday after volunteers had worked to clean it. New tar was also found on Tel […]
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment As automakers promise to get rid of internal combustion engines, Heidelberg is trying to get rid of autos. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/02/28/business/heidelberg-cars-environment.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment New climate pledges submitted to the United Nations would reduce greenhouse gas emissions by less than 1 percent, the world body announced. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/02/26/climate/paris-agreement-emissions-targets.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Ms. Granholm will oversee an agency that plays a leading role in researching and developing new energy technologies. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/02/25/climate/jennifer-granholm-is-confirmed-as-energy-secretary.html
Published by the Environmental News Service SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, February 25, 2021 (ENS) – A Puerto Rican man has been sentenced to a year and a day in federal prison for felonies involving the trafficking and false labeling of protected reef creatures in an effort to avoid Puerto Rican laws developed to protect sea […]