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.
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.
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.
Central Texas drought restrictions eased after recent storms
Officials with the Lower Colorado River Authority announced on Monday they are easing drought restrictions in our area, from Stage 2 to Stage 1. The change comes after Central Texas saw a very rainy May.
Officials with the Lower Colorado River Authority announced on Monday they are easing drought restrictions in our area, from Stage 2 to Stage 1. The change comes after Central Texas saw a very rainy May.
Crews begin treating Lady Bird Lake to reduce toxic algae
Crews were out bright and early Monday applying lanthanum-modified clay to Lady Bird Lake as part of the city's effort to reduce toxic algae.
Crews were out bright and early Monday applying lanthanum-modified clay to Lady Bird Lake as part of the city's effort to reduce toxic algae.
LCRA returns to Stage 1 of drought response as lake levels rise
Under Stage 1, LCRA water customers are asked reduce water use by 10% and requests its firm water customers – primarily cities, utilities and industries – implement mandatory restrictions.
Under Stage 1, LCRA water customers are asked reduce water use by 10% and requests its firm water customers – primarily cities, utilities and industries – implement mandatory restrictions.
Recent rains help out lake levels in Central Texas
The Austin area saw a significant amount of rain in the past couple of weeks. That much-needed rain helped out the lakes in our area.
The Austin area saw a significant amount of rain in the past couple of weeks. That much-needed rain helped out the lakes in our area.
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.
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.
Hutto homeowner pushes to see more education and legislation protecting solar panel customers
As solar energy gains popularity in Texas, one Hutto resident is sharing his story after seeing his monthly bill skyrocket.
As solar energy gains popularity in Texas, one Hutto resident is sharing his story after seeing his monthly bill skyrocket.
Crews treating Lake Pflugerville ahead of summer swimming season
This is the fourth year of treating the lake for invasive aquatic plants in coordination with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.
This is the fourth year of treating the lake for invasive aquatic plants in coordination with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Canada’s wildfire season prompts air quality alerts in US
An evacuation alert was issued for Fort McMurray in Alberta as crews responded to what they described as an "out-of-control wildfire."
An evacuation alert was issued for Fort McMurray in Alberta as crews responded to what they described as an "out-of-control wildfire."
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.
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.
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.
Kyle will purchase water from San Marcos through 2026 in new agreement
The cities of Kyle and San Marcos have settled on a water sharing agreement that will last through 2026.
The cities of Kyle and San Marcos have settled on a water sharing agreement that will last through 2026.
Elgin neighborhood floods due to new subdivision, residents say
Neighbors living in Bastrop County say they have experienced unprecedented flooding ever since development began on a new subdivision just up the road.
Neighbors living in Bastrop County say they have experienced unprecedented flooding ever since development began on a new subdivision just up the road.
Williamson County plans ahead for wildfire season
Williamson County first responders are preparing for wildfires this summer.
Williamson County first responders are preparing for wildfires this summer.
Georgetown water treatment facility exceeds new 'forever chemical' standards
The EPA just set new standards on what it calls "forever chemicals." The City of Georgetown joins about 50 other water utility facilities that don't meet the new requirements.
The EPA just set new standards on what it calls "forever chemicals." The City of Georgetown joins about 50 other water utility facilities that don't meet the new requirements.
Swimming suspended at Jacob's Well due to low water levels
Swimming at Jacob's Well has been suspended until further notice due to low water levels.
Swimming at Jacob's Well has been suspended until further notice due to low water levels.