Jobs in solar, wind power are growing 12 times faster than U.S. economy
January 28, 2017, 1 p.m. by Russell McLendon
A new report hints at the growing economic clout of renewable energy.
Floods: When water attacks
January 25, 2017, 3:06 p.m. by Russell McLendon
As the U.S. likely will continue to face serious flooding events, here's a closer look at how these disasters occur.
A few interesting facts about flying squirrels
January 19, 2017, 12:10 p.m. by Russell McLendon
In honor of Squirrel Appreciation Day on Jan. 21, here's a closer look at some of the most amazing, and secretive, squirrels on the planet.
Obama's national monuments are a big deal
January 13, 2017, 3:55 p.m. by Russell McLendon
Obama has designated more national monuments than any other president in U.S. history. Here are a few reminders why each one is worth protecting.
Meet 9 species named after Obama
January 9, 2017, 11:29 a.m. by Russell McLendon
President Obama has become a popular namesake for newly discovered wildlife. Here's a look at a few species that share his name so far.
Earth's tiniest porpoise approaches extinction
January 5, 2017, 11:33 a.m. by Russell McLendon
Only about 60 vaquitas are left on Earth, all squeezed into a corner of Mexico's Gulf of California.
Hordes of insects migrate overhead each year
December 30, 2016, 11:22 a.m. by Russell McLendon
Migrating insects are usually overshadowed by birds. But a new study reveals how impressive — and important — their travels can be.
2016 was the Arctic's warmest year on record 'by far'
December 22, 2016, 1:07 p.m. by Russell McLendon
The heat may lead to record-low sea ice in 2017, scientists warn, which could let the Arctic warm up even more.
Hawaiian crows return from extinction in wild
December 21, 2016, 2 p.m. by Russell McLendon
The ‘alalā went extinct in the wild in 2002, but a few captive-bred birds were released into a nature reserve in late 2016. It hasn't gone smoothly, but conserv
Unknown 'ghost octopus' found 2.6 miles deep
December 21, 2016, 11:39 a.m. by Russell McLendon
While exploring the Pacific seabed, a NOAA probe met an odd octopus that's new to science. And it's already in danger.
Americans are quietly preserving 56 million acres of private land
December 20, 2016, 8:15 a.m. by Russell McLendon
U.S. landowners voluntarily protect more land (and water) than all national parks in the lower 48 states, a new census shows.
How tiny wasps could save the Christmas Island red crab from invasive crazy ants
December 15, 2016, 7 a.m. by Russell McLendon
Conservationists are hoping for a Christmas (Island) miracle.
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