Science

While Trump pursues more fossil fuels, Europe posts a record year for renewable energy use

By Sibi Arasu, Associated Press

Nearly three-quarters of the EU's electricity doesn't emit planet-warming gases into the air.

New wildfires flare in Southern California as dangerous winds return

By Christopher Weber, Associated Press

The National Weather Service warned of a “particularly dangerous situation” across Los Angeles, Ventura and San Diego counties due to low humidity and powerful Santa Ana winds.

What’s next for EVs as Trump aims to eliminate Biden-era incentives?

By Alexa St. John, Matthew Daly, Associated Press

The order, along with other steps expected in a second Trump administration, could slow U.S. efforts to address climate change, much of which is caused by burning gasoline and diesel fuel that emit carbon dioxide and other planet-warming greenhouse gases.

WATCH: Trump holds first news conference, announcing major AI investment

By Josh Boak, Zeke Miller, Associated Press

President Donald Trump on Tuesday talked up a joint venture investing up to $500 billion for infrastructure tied to artificial intelligence by a new partnership formed by OpenAI, Oracle and SoftBank.

WATCH: Kīlauea resumes eruption in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island

By Jennifer Sinco Kelleher, Associated Press

The eruption began last month in a crater at the summit of Kilauea volcano and has paused periodically.

WATCH: Chris Wright testifies at Senate confirmation hearing for energy secretary

By Jennifer McDermott, Associated Press

Wright, a fossil fuel executive, has been one of the industry’s loudest voices against efforts to fight climate change.

Here’s how small airborne embers play a big role in the spread of wildfires

By Holly Ramer, Associated Press

Contrary to popular belief, experts say most homes destroyed by wildfires aren't overcome by a racing wall of flames, but burn after being ignited by airborne embers, also called firebrands.

Biden signs executive order that seeks to grow artificial intelligence infrastructure in the U.S.

By Sarah Parvini, Associated Press

Tuesday's executive order directs federal agencies to accelerate large-scale AI infrastructure development at government sites.

Planes are dumping ocean water to fight the Los Angeles fires. Here’s why using saltwater is typically a last resort

By Patrick Megonigal, The Conversation

While the consequences of adding seawater to ecosystems are not yet well understood, we can gain insights on what to expect by considering the effects of sea-level rise.