Climate change may increase risk of new infectious diseases, study says
Researchers examined how more than 3,000 mammal species may migrate and share viruses over the next 50 years if the world slightly warms up.
One-fifth of reptiles face risk of extinction, new report finds
A comprehensive new assessment of thousands of reptiles species has found that 21% are considered endangered, critically endangered or vulnerable to extinction.
Incandescent light bulbs being phased out amid aims to move toward energy-efficient lighting
The Biden administration is scrapping old-fashioned incandescent light bulbs.
Galveston Bay cleanup on Earth Day
Did you know that the watershed that goes into the Galveston Bay area reaches all the way back up to Dallas? This means we need those waterways to be healthy so that our waterways are healthy. Photojournalist Darlene Janik-Faires was there to capture the Galveston Bay Foundation doing its part on Earth Day.
Houston to build country's largest urban solar farm on former landfill in Sunnyside
The project will transform the former landfill in Sunnyside, which sat dormant for more than five decades, into a 50-megawatt solar project that will generate enough energy to power 5,000 to 10,000 homes.
Houston mayor signs decarbonization policy for city-owned buildings
Mayor Sylvester Turner signed the policy on Earth Day, as part of the recent release of the two-year update on Resilient Houston and the Climate Action Plan (CAP).
Astros Foundation gives away 2,500 trees to Houston-area residents for Earth Day
Residents came through Lot B at Minute Maid Park where they received free three-gallon trees native to the Houston area.
Twitter bans ads that contradict science on climate change
Twitter is banning ads that deny climate change, but there's no indication the change will impact what users can post on the site.
Hundreds of shark fins found at Texas restaurant
Texas officials discovered the fins during a recent inspection of the restaurant
Grass fire in La Porte prompts officials to have residents avoid area
The blaze was so intense, that it required assistance from Deer Park Fire Department for a Grass Rig
How textile recycling is giving a ripped shirt new life
Clothes and blankets, it turns out, can keep you warm in more than one life.
Oyster shell recycling program created in Galveston
Paper, plastic bottles, and soda cans are all things commonly known as recyclable. Now, add oyster shells to the list.
Yelp helps consumers find eco-friendly, Houston area businesses
Business search app Yelp helps consumers find green shops and restaurants.
Biden signs Earth Day order to protect old-growth forests from wildfire
Old-growth trees are key buffers against climate change and absorb significant amounts of carbon dioxide that contribute to global warming.
How ‘Captain Planet’ inspired an environmental movement
The popular animated series inspired generations of young people to become changemakers for the planet.
Florida seeks 100% renewable electricity by 2050 under proposed rule
Florida utilities would gradually increase their renewable electricity, reaching 100% by 2050 under a proposed rule unveiled this week.
Earth Day 2022: How it started and how to celebrate
This year will mark 52 years since the first Earth Day and countries around the world are celebrating.
Earth Day 2022: Teach kids about going green with these toys
Teach kids green concepts and how to be eco-friendly with these suggested toys available online and in-store.
Time flies: Google Earth Timelapse feature shows your town change over 37 years
“We hope that this perspective of the planet will ground debates, encourage discovery and shift perspectives about some of our most pressing global issues,” Google said.
Best Buy will pick up and recycle your old appliances - for a price
For about $200 bucks, Best Buy will collect up to two large items and an unlimited number of smaller items from your home.