There could be about a million 'orphan' oil and gas wells across the U.S. As they age, they can leak greenhouse gases or unhealthy chemicals.
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Multiple federal and state government agencies count the number of deaths from extreme floods, wildfires, heat waves and hurricanes. They don't always agree on which deaths should be counted. -
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When authorities find wildlife that are being illegally trafficked, at ports or airports, the animals are often in terrible shape. Sick, starved, distressed. A pilot project in Southern California aims to get seized wildlife immediate care. -
"Coastal flooding threatens our homes, businesses and overall quality of life," said Imperial Beach Mayor Paloma Aguirre. "This grant allows us to develop targeted strategies to adapt to rising sea levels and improve our community's resilience, ensuring a safer, healthier and more sustainable future for all our residents. -
Much of the Southwest U.S. is experiencing extreme heat this week — with temperatures blazing past 100 degrees. And a phenomenon known as a heat dome is to blame. -
San Diego-area legislators are proposing a groundbreaking amendment to combat the Tijuana River Valley's sewage crisis and protect public health. -
By Wednesday, the National Weather Service says most of an area stretching from southeast California to central Arizona will see “easily their hottest” weather since last September. -
These community projects can give renters and low-income homeowners a chance to go solar, but the Public Utilities Commission’s action is unlikely to give them the option. -
Friday is the last day to apply for a part of $1.16 million grant, provided by the Realtors Relief Foundation to assist flood survivors. -
Alok Shukla is one of the winners of the 2024 Goldman Environmental Prize. He's cited for a campaign to keep a company from felling a forest in India to excavate the coal that lies beneath.
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