Environment

Australian fires threaten observatory, uncover drug labs

January 16, 2013 By Blake Skylar

The fires were fueled by a record-breaking, scorching heat wave - caused and worsened by climate change.

Diplomats to gather, address mercury pollution

January 15, 2013 By Blake Skylar

Mercury pollution, caused by coal-fired power plants, is a growing worldwide problem.

2012 hottest U.S. year ever, warming and wildfires continue

January 9, 2013 By Blake Skylar

2012 - a year marked by droughts, brushfires, and crop damage, was the hottest year on record for the lower 48 U.S. states.

Australian wildfires burning out of control

January 8, 2013 By Blake Skylar

One hundred and thirty fires blazed across New South Wales, Australia's most heavily populated state, as emergency teams evacuated national parks and fought to get the flames under control.

Environment in 2013: You can’t fool Mother Nature

January 7, 2013 By Marc Brodine

There may not yet be the political will in Congress to pass significant climate change legislation. But efforts to address this issue will continue to get strong support from Mother Nature.