On Wednesday, October 4, a test is planned of the entire nation’s Emergency Alert system. Here’s what to know.
Author: Elizabeth Weise, USA TODAY
Massive emergency alert test will sound alarms on every US phone, TV and radio in October
On Wednesday, October 4, a test is planned of the entire nation’s Emergency Alert system. Here’s what to know.
Self-driving taxis get 24/7 access in San Francisco. What historic vote means for the city.
San Francisco is the first city in the world where two separate self-driving taxi companies can begin offering paid rides after a vote Thursday.
Is mining the deep sea our ticket to green energy?: 5 Things podcast
Humans have exploited nearly every inch of land on the planet to mine metals used for green energy. The last frontier? The deep sea: 5 Things podcast
Deep-sea mining could help fuel renewable energy. Here’s why it’s been put on hold.
Industrial-scale deep-sea mining for metals and minerals is on hold for at least a year after clashes at International Seabed Authority meeting.
Need a job? Hiring to flourish in these fields as humans fight climate change.
These growing fields are helping fight climate change — they’re also a great opportunity for job seekers or young people picking a new career.
Summers are always hot. Here’s how we know climate change is making summer 2023 hotter.
It’s not your imagination: This is not a typical summer. While heat waves have always happened, the ones now are hotter and happening more often.
The ocean floor is mysterious and filled with life. Humans might turn it into a mine.
Some environmental groups say ocean floor mining could have catastrophic consequences. Others say it’s a part of Earth’s green energy transition.
Staying cool in summer costs you and the planet. How to save money, fight climate change.
With summer heat in full force, experts say there are ways to stay cool while still saving energy and money. Here are some tips.
Are you a gas guzzler? The government might try to persuade you to switch to an EV
Some places in America are focusing on encouraging these “gasoline superusers” to go electric. Here’s where and how.