EPA to limit toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water

The EPA proposed limiting the amount of harmful “forever chemicals" in drinking water to the lowest level that tests can detect, a long-awaited protection the agency said will save thousands of lives and prevent serious illnesses, including cancer.

Here’s why Texas bluebonnets are smaller this year

Bluebonnet season in the Lone Star state usually runs between mid- to late February and late April.

Blue-green algae seen at Red Bud Isle, Jessica Hollis Park

Blue-green algae, which may be toxic, has been seen at Red Bud Isle on Lady Bird Lake and Jessica Hollis Park on Lake Austin, says the Austin Watershed Protection Department.

Council approves expanding public charging stations in Austin for electric vehicles

District 7 Council Member Leslie Pool's resolution aligns with the goals of the Austin Climate Equity Plan, which calls for reaching net-zero community-wide greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.

Airplane aces US test flight running on pure hydrogen power

As airlines confront climate change, this retrofitted, hydrogen-powered plane was designed with hopes of beginning the “race” in the U.S. to reduce airlines’ carbon emissions.

EPA to propose US limits on toxic 'forever chemicals' in drinking water

Water providers are preparing for tough standards and testing that will undoubtedly reveal harmful "forever chemicals" in communities that don’t yet know the chemicals are in their water.

Global carbon dioxide emissions reached a record high in 2022

More carbon dioxide was emitted last year than in any other year on records dating to 1900, a result of air travel rebounding and more cities turning to coal as a low-cost source of power.

Video shows violent eruption of Mexico's Popocatepetl volcano

Video recorded in San Nicolas de los Ranchos, Mexico, showed the exact moment the volcano exploded just after 10:30 p.m. on Friday.

Removal of toxic waste from Ohio train derailment resuming Monday

The toxic waste still at the site of the East Palestine train derailment will begin shipping this week to two approved sites in Ohio.

Leander in Stage 3 water conservation ahead of pipeline repair

In Stage 3, Leander residents shouldn't use irrigation systems. Only handheld watering is allowed. Residents should also limit other nonessential uses.This will be in effect until further notice.

EPA pausing removal of train derailment's toxic waste from Ohio site

The temporary halt in the clean-up step came after officials had heard concerns from residents and others in a number of states.