Published by The New York Times Science & Environment New data projects are linking social issues with global warming. Here’s what that means for these New York communities. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/12/nyregion/how-5-nyc-neighborhoods-are-struggling-with-climate-change.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Circular sanitation systems could be lifelines on a water-stressed planet, but there are big barriers to overcome. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/11/style/circular-sanitation-systems-hamburg.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Officials said the decision would lower bills and encourage people to use cars and appliances that did not use fossil fuels, but some experts said it would discourage energy efficiency. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/10/business/energy-environment/california-electric-bills-fixed-charge.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment By digging into the geologic record, scientists are learning how wildfires shaped — and were shaped by — climate change long ago. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/10/science/archaeology-climate-fire.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Is living on the water our future? Floating developments, including a project in progress in South Korea, suggest that it’s more than a pipe dream. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/10/style/floating-cities-busan-south-korea.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment The creators of the latest vessel from Azimut Yachts went to great lengths to reduce its emissions, but even they won’t call it green. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/10/style/azimut-yachts-sustainable.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment At a private meeting at Mar-a-Lago, the former president said fossil fuel companies should donate to help him beat President Biden. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/09/climate/trump-oil-gas-mar-a-lago.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment How to reconcile two new reports that seem to tell very different stories about the state of climate change. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/09/climate/the-doom-vs-optimism-debate.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Divers and marine biologists are getting a window into the lives of a red crustacean most often found in the guts of other species. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/09/science/tuna-crabs-san-diego.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment The number of tornadoes so far in the United States this year is just above average. But their distribution is changing. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/08/climate/tornadoes-cluster-climate-change.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment The gasoline-powered Malibu was the last sedan sold by Chevrolet, the General Motors brand, in the United States. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/08/business/general-motors-chevy-malibu-electric-vehicles.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Asbestos, “forever” chemicals, E.V.s and endangered species. Here’s what 10 new rules cover, and why the administration has been churning them out. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/09/climate/biden-environmental-rules-epa.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment The spring population of the critically endangered species is at a 25-year high, a surprising rebound in a tiny desert cave. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/09/science/devils-hole-pupfish-death-valley.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Conventional turf lawns have come under attack. Landscape designers are using water-wise and native plants to balance green with “green.” Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/09/style/landscaping-lawn-green-alternatives.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Torrential rains have caused one of Brazil’s worst floods in modern history, leaving more than 100 dead and nearly an entire state submerged. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/08/world/americas/brazil-flooding-photos.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Beijing’s dominance raises economic and security concerns, and tensions will be high as top climate diplomats meet this week. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/08/climate/china-us-podesta-liu.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Biodiversity loss, global warming, pollution and the spread of invasive species are making infectious diseases more dangerous to organisms around the world. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/08/health/environment-climate-health.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment In an effort to curb microplastics and marine pollution, state lawmakers voted to ban intentional releases. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/08/climate/florida-balloons-outdoors-ban.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment On Curaçao, visitors can explore the trees’ habitat, where colorful birds roost on tangled branches and trunks, and small paths through the greenery beckon. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/08/travel/curacao-mangrove-tourism.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment It may sound like a mosh pit out there. But to the participants, mating is a delicate, sonorous affair, fraught with potential missteps — and fungal zombies. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/08/science/periodical-cicadas-mating.html