Dramatic drone video shows Icelandic volcano eruption
New drone video shows the latest volcanic eruption in Iceland, forcing evacuations.
New drone video shows the latest volcanic eruption in Iceland, forcing evacuations.
January was the world's warmest on record, scientists say
Record-setting heat in 2023 has continued into 2024, with heat records on land and sea already broken during the year's first month.
Record-setting heat in 2023 has continued into 2024, with heat records on land and sea already broken during the year's first month.
Here are the top 10 deadliest national parks, according to research
The serene landscapes of our national parks feature a plethora of mountainous landscapes, pristine beaches and lush forests, but there are some deadly risks associated with visiting. Outdoor clothing brand KÜHL looked at different criteria and came up with a list of the top 10 deadliest national parks.
The serene landscapes of our national parks feature a plethora of mountainous landscapes, pristine beaches and lush forests, but there are some deadly risks associated with visiting. Outdoor clothing brand KÜHL looked at different criteria and came up with a list of the top 10 deadliest national parks.
Illinois Manufacturers' Association CEO urges action on smart carbon capture regulations
The state is aiming to adopt more environmentally friendly practices, the Illinois Manufacturers' Association announced this week.
The state is aiming to adopt more environmentally friendly practices, the Illinois Manufacturers' Association announced this week.
Illinois Manufacturers' Association going green
The association discussed plans to advocate for the advancement of cutting-edge technology to reduce carbon emissions.
The association discussed plans to advocate for the advancement of cutting-edge technology to reduce carbon emissions.
Durbin pushes for bill that would protect children online, announces environmental grant
Illinois Democratic Senator Dick Durbin is announcing a grant this Friday that will help the city go green.
Illinois Democratic Senator Dick Durbin is announcing a grant this Friday that will help the city go green.
Senator Dick Durbin unveils $10 million grant for Chicago's green initiative
Illinois Democratic Senator Dick Durbin is announcing a grant this Friday that will help the city go green.
Illinois Democratic Senator Dick Durbin is announcing a grant this Friday that will help the city go green.
States with plastic bag bans prevented billions of bags from being used, report says
The report, Plastic Bag Bans Work, noted that bans in just five locations in the U.S. cut single-use plastic bag consumption by about 6 billion bags per year.
The report, Plastic Bag Bans Work, noted that bans in just five locations in the U.S. cut single-use plastic bag consumption by about 6 billion bags per year.
Eating snow 'not worth the risk' of ingesting contaminants, health expert says
One of the reasons why snow should be avoided as a food item involves its role as one of nature’s air filters. Here's why it can be dangerous to eat and some alternatives for kids.
One of the reasons why snow should be avoided as a food item involves its role as one of nature’s air filters. Here's why it can be dangerous to eat and some alternatives for kids.
Natural gas smell linked to BP refinery leak in Whiting
Officials in Lansing on the Indiana and Illinois border say a statement was issued by the BP refinery in Whiting, confirming a leak from a storage tank on their property last week.
Officials in Lansing on the Indiana and Illinois border say a statement was issued by the BP refinery in Whiting, confirming a leak from a storage tank on their property last week.
Lollapalooza going green through partnership with Re:wild
Lollapalooza is going green for its annual music festival this summer in Chicago.
Lollapalooza is going green for its annual music festival this summer in Chicago.
Concerns over flooding grow among residents near Wilmington ice jams
People who live near the Wilmington ice jams are expressing their concerns over flooding despite officials attempts to intervene.
People who live near the Wilmington ice jams are expressing their concerns over flooding despite officials attempts to intervene.
Illinois lands massive investment: Nexamp to bring $2B, new HQ to Chicago
A new corporate headquarters is on the way to Illinois.
A new corporate headquarters is on the way to Illinois.
Pushback against new natural gas ordinance in Chicago
Opponents of this new ordinance say more time is needed before making a decision.
Opponents of this new ordinance say more time is needed before making a decision.
Aldi eliminates plastic shopping bags from US stores
Aldi has completely removed plastic shopping bags from all of its stores in the U.S., the discount supermarket chain announced.
Aldi has completely removed plastic shopping bags from all of its stores in the U.S., the discount supermarket chain announced.
Southside Blooms employs Chicago's at risk youth while supporting sustainability
Southside Blooms employs at-risk youth from the neighborhood to plant, tend, grow, and harvest flowers all summer.
Southside Blooms employs at-risk youth from the neighborhood to plant, tend, grow, and harvest flowers all summer.
John Kerry to step down as Biden admin climate czar: report
U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry is reportedly planning to leave the White House in the coming months and join President Biden's presidential campaign.
U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry is reportedly planning to leave the White House in the coming months and join President Biden's presidential campaign.
Microplastics found in 16 proteins sampled in study, including plant-based alternatives
A new study found microplastics in nearly 90% of proteins sampled, including plant-based meat alternatives.
A new study found microplastics in nearly 90% of proteins sampled, including plant-based meat alternatives.
The craziest weather records set or smashed in 2023
This past year proved that Mother Nature always seems to have some tricks up her sleeves.
This past year proved that Mother Nature always seems to have some tricks up her sleeves.
Chicago-area company seeks donations of shipping materials for sustainable reuse mission
After the holidays, you likely have a whole bunch of boxes and other shipping materials left over. Instead of throwing them away, one local company is trying to reuse them. But they need your help to continue their mission.
After the holidays, you likely have a whole bunch of boxes and other shipping materials left over. Instead of throwing them away, one local company is trying to reuse them. But they need your help to continue their mission.