Spotted lanternfly eggs hatching across NYC now: What to expect in summer 2024
The spotted lanternfly is expected to return this summer to NYC. Here's everything you need to know about the invasive insect in NY, NJ and CT.
The spotted lanternfly is expected to return this summer to NYC. Here's everything you need to know about the invasive insect in NY, NJ and CT.
NYC air quality threat: Could Canadian wildfire smoke return in summer 2024?
Could smoke from Canadian wildfires once again impact NYC this year? FOX 5 NY's Liv Johnson has a look at summer 2024.
Could smoke from Canadian wildfires once again impact NYC this year? FOX 5 NY's Liv Johnson has a look at summer 2024.
Amazon shifting to recycled paper filling for packages in North America
Amazon is ditching plastic air pillows for recycled paper packaging in North America, aiming to completely make the switch by the end of the year to boost eco-friendliness and reduce waste.
Amazon is ditching plastic air pillows for recycled paper packaging in North America, aiming to completely make the switch by the end of the year to boost eco-friendliness and reduce waste.
Worry over being 'disgusting' drives us to do too much laundry no matter the environmental cost, study finds
"There is a conflict between the desire to reduce one's washing to save the environment and the fear of being perceived as a disgusting person with unclean clothes," the author said.
"There is a conflict between the desire to reduce one's washing to save the environment and the fear of being perceived as a disgusting person with unclean clothes," the author said.
Flying Joro spiders headed to NYC area: Where are they? Live map
The Joro spider, now less than 185 miles away from New Jersey could soon be spotted in parts of the Tri-State Area. See where the eight-legged insect is on the map now.
The Joro spider, now less than 185 miles away from New Jersey could soon be spotted in parts of the Tri-State Area. See where the eight-legged insect is on the map now.
Chile's Humboldt penguin could be facing extinction, experts warn
The Humboldt penguin population along the central coast of Chile has drastically declined, with scientists finding only one breeding pair this year compared to 842 last year, putting the species at risk of extinction according to experts.
The Humboldt penguin population along the central coast of Chile has drastically declined, with scientists finding only one breeding pair this year compared to 842 last year, putting the species at risk of extinction according to experts.
Texas city tops list of dirtiest in the nation, study says
A recent survey named the "dirtiest" city in the U.S., and earning the top spot this year is none other than Houston, taking the crown from last year's dirtiest, Newark, New Jersey.
A recent survey named the "dirtiest" city in the U.S., and earning the top spot this year is none other than Houston, taking the crown from last year's dirtiest, Newark, New Jersey.
Watch: Bees take over a Queens subway station during rush hour
Video shows the swarm of bees hitched to the side of the subway stair railing right outside a Cane's restaurant. It is unclear at this time whether the bees were waiting to place an order or ride the subway.
Video shows the swarm of bees hitched to the side of the subway stair railing right outside a Cane's restaurant. It is unclear at this time whether the bees were waiting to place an order or ride the subway.
How AI can help (and hurt) climate change
Artificial intelligence significantly impacts the climate crisis by consuming large amounts of energy and water for its data centers, leading to increased greenhouse gas emissions, while also offering tools for climate management, such as improving climate models, optimizing energy use, and enhancing renewable energy efficiency.
Artificial intelligence significantly impacts the climate crisis by consuming large amounts of energy and water for its data centers, leading to increased greenhouse gas emissions, while also offering tools for climate management, such as improving climate models, optimizing energy use, and enhancing renewable energy efficiency.
Louisiana crawfish harvest down as much as 90% in shortage that could cripple industry for years
This year has been one of the worst Louisiana crawfish harvests on record.
This year has been one of the worst Louisiana crawfish harvests on record.
Heatwave in Mexico causes howler monkeys to drop dead from trees
Mexico is facing one of its harshest droughts, with temperatures hitting 113 degrees Fahrenheit (45 degrees Celsius) on Monday, causing severe water shortages and leading to the deaths of at least 83 howler monkeys in Tabasco due to extreme heat and dehydration.
Mexico is facing one of its harshest droughts, with temperatures hitting 113 degrees Fahrenheit (45 degrees Celsius) on Monday, causing severe water shortages and leading to the deaths of at least 83 howler monkeys in Tabasco due to extreme heat and dehydration.
2023 marks hottest summer in over 2,000 years in Northern Hemisphere, study finds
A recent study published in the journal Nature reveals alarming findings about the summer of 2023, asserting it as the hottest in the Northern Hemisphere in over 2,000 years.
A recent study published in the journal Nature reveals alarming findings about the summer of 2023, asserting it as the hottest in the Northern Hemisphere in over 2,000 years.
Contamination concerns on Long Island as decades-old chemical drums unearthed at former Grumman site
Chemical drums that date back decades were found buried in the Bethpage Community Park on Long Island.
Chemical drums that date back decades were found buried in the Bethpage Community Park on Long Island.
USDA updates its 2024 Plant Hardiness Map: Find out what planting zone you live in
The updated map offers gardeners, based on where they live, guidance on the best practices to help their plants grow and survive.
The updated map offers gardeners, based on where they live, guidance on the best practices to help their plants grow and survive.
World's largest plant to extract CO2 and turn it to stone opens in Iceland
The world's largest carbon capture facility, Mammoth, has begun operations in Iceland, using direct air capture technology to extract CO2 from the atmosphere and convert it into stone.
The world's largest carbon capture facility, Mammoth, has begun operations in Iceland, using direct air capture technology to extract CO2 from the atmosphere and convert it into stone.
Rally demands Adams restore budget cuts to NYC Parks
A rally was held in Union Square on Tuesday to demand that the Adams administration reverse budget cuts that are expected to hit the city's Parks Department hard.
A rally was held in Union Square on Tuesday to demand that the Adams administration reverse budget cuts that are expected to hit the city's Parks Department hard.
NYC congestion pricing: Could legal challenges push back start date?
With congestion pricing gantries set to be activated on June 30 in NYC, one major roadblock remains: seven lawsuits filed in federal court to block it from happening.
With congestion pricing gantries set to be activated on June 30 in NYC, one major roadblock remains: seven lawsuits filed in federal court to block it from happening.
New report ranks the most polluted places in the U.S.
The American Lung Association says 131.2 million people – that’s 39% of Americans – live in communities with failing grades for levels of pollution. Here's a map of the best and worst.
The American Lung Association says 131.2 million people – that’s 39% of Americans – live in communities with failing grades for levels of pollution. Here's a map of the best and worst.
Starbucks says new cold drink cups are made with less plastic
Starbucks said the move underscores its commitment to halving its waste, water and carbon footprints by 2030.
Starbucks said the move underscores its commitment to halving its waste, water and carbon footprints by 2030.
NYC Open Streets map: These areas are ‘car-free’ this weekend
"Open Streets: Car-Free Earth Day" is this weekend in NYC. Here's a list of streets where events will be held.
"Open Streets: Car-Free Earth Day" is this weekend in NYC. Here's a list of streets where events will be held.