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Sargassum superbloom: Seaweed scourge or ecological boon?

11 September 2026 at 12:06


Stretching from West Africa to the Gulf of Mexico, a massive bloom of sargassum seaweed is swamping beaches and killing coastal wildlife. But scientists have discovered the floating algae also shelters a vast array of ocean creatures, and some are now calling for its protection.Β 

Former EPA officials warn of health risks from data center pollution

11 September 2026 at 11:50


Former federal environmental officials are sounding an alarm in a new report about potential health impacts from data center pollution amidst what they see as a breakdown in oversight.Β 

Are electric cars really bad for the environment?

10 September 2026 at 17:29


Some German politicians are calling for a delay to the EU plan to phase out gas-powered vehicles, saying cars must be judged on the entire carbon footprint. But the full picture still says EVs are more climate friendly.

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