We end the week with one of the hottest days of summer and amid an official heatwave, which means three consecutive days when temperatures reach 90 degrees and above. Excessive heat warnings and heat advisories are in place across the…
After water, concrete is the most consumed substance on the planet and its production is expected to grow to 5.5 billion tons by 2050. But its production, which involves cement, comes at a huge environmental cost -- accounting for almost…
As cute plants that survive on very little water, succulents are rapidly gaining popularity as houseplants. But despite their ability to live with minimal water and inhospitable conditions, many succulent species are actually threatened or endangered, facing challenges from climate…
Utility companies are searching for better ways to bolster their equipment against extreme weather and even cyber-attacks. The South Jersey Gas Co. recently upgraded its infrastructure, spending $69 million on a new pump station.
Two climate changemakers are using stories to create an intersectional climate movement. On this episode of Planet Forward, Dr. Naamal De Silva and Anthony Karambelas share how they use storytelling to address climate change and environmental injustices.
The Sweaty Penguin’s host and creator Ethan Brown was nominated as a finalist in the Best Podcaster category for Connecticut Magazine’s “Best of Connecticut” 2021 reader survey. Presented by Peril and Promise, The Sweaty Penguin features weekly podcast episodes that cut through the noise…
It’s hard to pass policies that aggressively address climate change, public health, and other environmental issues. So when a country does pass them, it’s all the more frustrating that more and more frequently, multinational corporations sue them through an international…
Tropical Storm Elsa is expected to dump several inches of rain along with strong winds in the area. But it could also break up some of the intense heat the region’s been experiencing. We asked Anthony Broccoli, co-director of Rutgers…