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May 22, 2024 at 3:13 PM

How extreme heat will disproportionately affect disadvantaged communities

The health effects from extreme heat will soon take an even bigger toll on disadvantaged communities, according to a new report.
May 22, 2024 at 3:13 PM
Children play and cool off at a splash park in downtown Houston, Texas, on June 15, 2023.
May 21, 2024 at 2:14 PM

UN maritime tribunal says countries are legally required to reduce greenhouse gas pollution

A U.N. tribunal on maritime law has found that countries are legally required to reduce greenhouse gas pollution
May 21, 2024 at 2:14 PM
Judge Albert Hoffmann from South Africa, President of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS), opens a session of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea, issues a legal opinion on measures to protect the oceans from climate change, in Hamburg, Germany, Tuesday, May 21, 2024. The International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea found Tuesday that carbon emissions qualify as marine pollution and countries must take steps to mitigate and adapt to their adverse effects. It was the first of three cases in which advisory opinions are being sought from international courts about climate change.( Christian Charisius/dpa via AP)
May 20, 2024 at 9:30 PM

Mental health awareness: The effect of climate change

ABC News' chief climate correspondent explains how climate change can impact your mental health.
May 20, 2024 at 9:30 PM
VIDEO: Mental health awareness: The effect of climate change
May 18, 2024 at 2:38 PM

Climate activists protest by glueing themselves at Munich airport

Six climate activists have broken through a security fence at Munich airport and glued themselves to access routes leading to runways, temporarily shutting down flights
May 18, 2024 at 2:38 PM
Climate activists lie on a access road for runways at the Munich airport, Germany, Saturday, May 18, 2024. German officials and local media reported say authorities closed down Munich airport temporarily after six climate activists broke through a security fence and glued themselves to access routes leading to runways. The activists from the group Last Generation were protesting flying, the most polluting form of transportation, said the German news agency dpa on Saturday. (Karl-Josef Hildenbrand/dpa via AP)
May 17, 2024 at 1:25 PM

WNBA star-turned-kelp farmer fights climate change locally

Sue Wicks traded in her sneakers for waders when she became an oyster farmer at 50. Now, she is adding sugar kelp to her farm to help promote biodiversity and improve water quality in Moriches Bay.
May 17, 2024 at 1:25 PM
VIDEO: WNBA star-turned-kelp farmer fights climate change locally
May 17, 2024 at 12:56 PM

Why climate migration in Brazil is a global issue

In 2023, at least 7.7 million people in 82 countries and territories were living in internal displacement as a result of climate disasters.
May 17, 2024 at 12:56 PM
View of the mud-covered Sao Jose neighbourhood following the devastating floods, in Lajeado, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, May 16, 2024.
May 16, 2024 at 8:22 AM

As Zambia schools take on climate change, one teen is spreading the word in sign language

Bridget Chanda is intent on helping educate Zambia’s deaf community about climate change
May 16, 2024 at 8:22 AM
Elizabeth Motale, right, a climate agriculture expert, prepares for a climate change lesson at Chileshe Chepela Special School, as Bridget Chanda takes up her position in front of the class so she can be able to serve as a sign language interpreter before a lesson in Kasama, Zambia, Wednesday, March 6, 2024. Chanda is intent on helping educate Zambia’s deaf community about climate change. As the southern African nation has suffered from more frequent extreme weather, including its current severe drought, it’s prompted the Zambian government to include more climate change education in its school curriculum. (AP Photo/Tsvangirayi Mukwazhi)
May 15, 2024 at 10:46 PM

DeSantis signs Florida bill making climate change a lesser state priority

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a bill making climate change a lesser priority under state law and banning offshore wind turbines near the state's long coastline
May 15, 2024 at 10:46 PM
FILE - Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks at the Governor's Day luncheon, Feb. 8, 2024, in Tampa, Fla. Climate change will be a lesser priority in Florida and largely disappear from state statutes under legislation signed Wednesday, May 15 by Gov. DeSantis, which also bans power-generating wind turbines offshore or near the state's lengthy coastlines. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara, File)
May 14, 2024 at 5:54 PM

2023 saw the warmest summer in 2000 years: Climate experts

With high heats, experts are calling for "urgent action to reduce carbon emissions" after a recent study.
May 14, 2024 at 5:54 PM
2023 saw the warmest summer in 2000 years: Climate experts
May 14, 2024 at 3:02 PM

How scientists discovered summer 2023 was the hottest season in 2,000 years on Earth

A closer look at tree rings is adding to the growing list of evidence that shows unprecedented temperatures measured on Earth over the past year.
May 14, 2024 at 3:02 PM
Children play in hot weather at a mist fountain at the Iowa State Fair on Aug. 11, 2023 in Des Moines, Iowa.
May 13, 2024 at 3:12 PM

Vermont bill wants to charge big oil for climate change damage, here's how 

The bill passed in both Vermont's Senate and House with an overwhelming majority and is headed to Republican Governor Phil Scott's desk to sign or veto.
May 13, 2024 at 3:12 PM
A small tractor clears water from a business as flood waters block a street, July 12, 2023, in Barre, Vt.
May 7, 2024 at 6:47 PM

3 vulnerable communities in US were severely impacted by climate change

The disproportionate impacts of climate change on the poorest communities are already affecting pockets of the U.S.
May 7, 2024 at 6:47 PM
Flooded strawberry fields in Pajaro, Calif., March 15, 2023, from a levee breach on the Pajaro River.
May 2, 2024 at 5:06 PM

Power of US: ABC News Earth Week coverage

The power to make everlasting change for environmental conservation lies within us all.
May 2, 2024 at 5:06 PM
May 2, 2024 at 1:33 AM

Go behind the scenes with Ginger Zee and the ‘GMA’ climate team

ABC News chief meteorologist Ginger Zee and her team show you what it takes to produce an Earth Day special.
May 2, 2024 at 1:33 AM
VIDEO: Go behind the scenes with Ginger Zee and the ‘GMA’ climate team
April 29, 2024 at 3:25 PM

Arbor Day 2024: How to plant the best tree to combat climate change

The first official Arbor Day was celebrated on April 10, 1872, when prizes were offered to communities and individuals who could plant the most trees in a single day.
April 29, 2024 at 3:25 PM
This ancient Oak tree, a local natural landmark, is located on John's Island, just outside of Charleston, S.C.
April 29, 2024 at 1:37 PM

The Power of US: Could eFuels help bridge the gap between gas and electric cars?

As EV demand slows, advocates say eFuels could make cars that are already on the road greener.
April 29, 2024 at 1:37 PM
A customer pumps gas at a gas station in Hercules, Calif., March 14, 2024.
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How vulnerable communities are at higher risk during climate disasters

Residents in some places across the U.S. often don’t understand emergency alerts because the instructions are not in their native languages.
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Residents in some places across the U.S. often don’t understand emergency alerts because the instructions are not in their native languages.
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The Power of Us: Restoring trees to needed communities

The Arbor Day Foundation has been helping restore hundreds of trees to locations that were affected by severe storms.
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VIDEO: The Power of Us: Restoring trees to needed communities
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Controversial methods to cool Earth gain traction as global temps skyrocket

Relatively untouched ideas are gaining momentum as potential short-term solutions to lower Earth's temperature.
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ABC News Chief Meteorologist and Chief Climate Correspondent Ginger Zee joins Make Sunsets founders Luke Iseman and Andrew Song for a balloon launch in San Jose, California.
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The Power of Us: People, Climate and Our Future

ABC News' Ginger Zee shows us how coming together can slow climate change, from inside Earthships in New Mexico to California to see controversial new technologies that could cool the Earth.
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VIDEO: The Power of Us: People, Climate and Our Future
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The Power of Us: Can we intentionally cool the Earth?

ABC News' Ginger Zee looks at controversial methods to cool the Earth – like reflecting sunlight – that are gaining support as global temperatures continue to rise.
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VIDEO: The Power of Us: Can we intentionally cool the Earth?
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EPA limits 4 types of power plant pollution with sweeping rulemaking

On Thursday, the Environmental Protection Agency announced a suite of new rules aimed at dramatically reducing pollution from coal and natural gas fired power plants.
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In this undated file photo, steam and pollution rise on a cold day at the Arapaho Station Coal Power Plant, a coal fired power plant along the Platte River in Littleton, just outside Denver, Colorado.
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Planting trees to combat climate change on Arbor Day

According to the Arbor Day Foundation, they celebrate by planting and distributing over 10 million trees each year.
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According to the Arbor Day Foundation, they celebrate by planting and distributing over 10 million of trees each year.
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In climate change fight, power of cork seen by scientists as the star

Scientists say one of the planet's most natural defenses against climate change and a key element in sustainable products is found in wine bottles around the world.
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Thousands of pieces of cork are collected before being processed at a Portuguese factory.
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A look into the secret life of plastic exports

An ABC News investigation involving hidden tracking devices follows three plastic bags dropped at Walmart recycling bins in the U.S. all the way to controversial plastic facilities in Southeast Asia.
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VIDEO: Trashed: The secret life of plastic exports
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Michelin North America President and CEO talks sustainability efforts

ABC News contributor Rocsi Diaz talks with Michelin president and CEO Alexis Garcin about sustainability initiatives and goals set at the sustainability summit, courtesy of sponsor Michelin.
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VIDEO: Michelin's president and CEO talks sustainability efforts
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Corporations struggle on climate amid backlash over 'woke capitalism,' experts say

"The pushback has been fierce and severe," an environmental advocate said.
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Cooling towers at Marathon Refinery in Carson, Calif., on April 3, 2024.
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How ABC News chief meteorologist Ginger Zee explains climate change to her kids

Zee shares how she talks about saving the Earth with her two sons.
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Show coverage of "Good Morning America" Monday, June 19, 2023 on ABC.
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Earth Day 2024 report card: Experts address America's climate change action

As the effects of climate change come knocking at American doors, experts say U.S. lawmakers can no longer rely on crisis response measures and must take action.
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Planet Earth is seen in this GOES 12 satellite image taken on March 16, 2010 6:45 AM EDT.
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The secret life of plastic exports

ABC News investigates where thousands of plastic bags that are earmarked to be recycled really end up.
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VIDEO: The secret life of plastic exports
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Are lab-grown diamonds as sustainable as advertised?

Over 60% of lab-grown diamonds are produced in China and India where 63% and respectively 74% of grid electricity results from coal.
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Lab-grown diamonds arranged at the Diam Concept laboratory in Paris, France, Thursday, March 16, 2023.
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Expert addresses America's climate change action

Dr. Brian Henning, director of the Gonzaga University Institute for Climate, Water and the Environment, discusses America's recent climate change action.
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Dr. Brian Henning, director of the Gonzaga University Institute for Climate, Water and the Environment, discusses America's recent climate change action.
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Tips for going zero waste

Sarah Paiji Yoo, CEO of eco-friendly cleaning Blueland, talks about ways to shop zero waste in the grocery store from the produce to the cleaning products section.
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VIDEO: Tips for going zero waste
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How an 'Earthship' can reduce greenhouse gas emissions

Ginger Zee pays a visit to New Mexico, where more than 100 "Earthships" are built into the Earth, aren't connected to water or electricity, and utilize recycled materials for their structures.
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VIDEO: How an 'Earthship' can reduce greenhouse gas emissions
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New Earthship helps foster more sustainable way of life

More than 100 sustainable homes, also known as “living vessels,” are built into the earth in Taos, New Mexico, and are not connected to any water or electricity.
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VIDEO: New ‘earthship’ helps foster a more sustainable way of life
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Kids News Now: Earth Day Edition

ABC News' Danny New asked our team of kid correspondents to weigh in with their thoughts on the planet we all share.
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VIDEO: Kids News Now: Earth Day Edition
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Earth Day volunteers help clean up the planet

As we prepare to celebrate Earth Day, we meet some of the volunteers helping to clean up the planet, starting with the Great Lakes.
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VIDEO: Earth Day volunteers help clean up the planet
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The Power of Us: Plastic-free school lunch

The Power of Us: ABC News' chief climate correspondent explains how some schools are going plastic-free at lunch.
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VIDEO: The Power of Us: Plastic-free school lunch
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Climate advocates want to solve their 'biggest problem' in the US: Turning out voters

In battleground states, environmental activists like Dr. Emily Church are canvassing on behalf of the Environmental Voter Project in an effort to turn out people
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ABC News' MaryAlice Parks speaks with Emily Church about her canvassing efforts in Pittsburgh, PA.
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Climate advocates look to make progress this election year with better voter turnout

ABC News’ MaryAlice Parks talks to environmental advocates trying to gain voting power.
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VIDEO: Climate advocates look to make progress this election year with better voter turnout
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Data centers fuel AI and crypto but could threaten climate, experts say

Energy usage of data centers is expected to soar in coming years, experts say, threatening the climate.
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A Google logo at a data center exhibition ahead of the ceremonial opening of the Google Cloud data center in Hanau, Germany, Oct. 6, 2023.
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ER visits for heat illness rose in 2023 amid record temperatures, CDC report finds

A new CDC report found the rate of heat-related ER visits in the U.S. rose in 2023 amid more extreme heat events and record-breaking temperatures across the country.
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People spend time near a fountain during extreme heat wave in New York, July 27, 2023.
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Bill Weir talks climate change solutions and what keeps him hopeful

Journalist Bill Weir sheds light on innovative solutions tackling the effects of climate change and his book, “Life As We Know It Can Be.”
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VIDEO: Bill Weir talks climate change solutions and what keeps him hopeful
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4th mass coral reef bleaching event threatens world's oceans: NOAA

Mass coral reef bleaching can subject coral to mortality without intervention.
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Mass coral reef bleaching can subject coral to mortality without intervention.
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4th global coral reef bleaching event underway as oceans continue to warm: NOAA

This is the fourth global bleaching event on record and the second in the last 10 years, according to NOAA.
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Underwater photo of bleached corals on a coral reef in the Maldives.
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Climate change threatens loon population, new study shows

Famous for their nocturnal calls, loons are beloved aquatic birds of North America. But new research shows climate change impairs their ability to feed their young.
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In this June 2020 photo, breeding male and female loons feed tiny fish to their chicks, which are 3-5 days old, on Muskellunge Lake in Lincoln County, Wis.
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How to help combat rising global temperatures as Earth breaks more records

The stretch of record-breaking temperatures on Earth continues as the planet experiences its 10th consecutive record-breaking month.
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Joggers run along the Tidal Basin on March 14, 2024 in Washington, DC.
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March 2024 hottest March on record: Copernicus report

March was also the 10th consecutive month with record breaking global temperatures.
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March was also the 10th consecutive month with record breaking global temperatures.
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Climate change more about what's wasted than what's used, author says

Edward Humes talks about his new book "Total Garbage: How We Can Fix Our Waste and Heal Our World," and shares tips for living a more sustainable life.
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Edward Humes speaks to ABC News Live on April 3, 2024 about his new book.