At least two mass extinction events in Earth's history were likely caused by the 'devastating' effects of nearby supernova explosions, a new study suggests. Researchers say these super-powerful blasts ...

Our state is part of the region that consistently leads the nation in emissions of acid rain-producing sulfur dioxide and ...

The EPA later estimated that the cost of air quality regulations in the U.S. would be about $65 billion in 2020, and the benefits, primarily in improved health and increased worker productivity, would ...

A new threat is here, and scientists say there's no way to stop it, as even remote parts of the world are seeing microplastic ...

Trees can tell us a lot from the stories etched into their bark. One Charlotte artist has captured some of those stories ...

Clean air has become one of America’s best investments, returning $10 for every $1 spent on regulations, by one estimate.

The flue gas desulfurization system market share is forecasted to thrive at a CAGR of 5.1% from 2023 to 2033. The global market size is slated to surpass a valuation of USD 22,252.3 million in 2023 ...

A man was arrested Tuesday morning after allegedly beating a sea lion suffering from domoic acid poisoning on Ventura ... Experts advise humans not to interact with animals believed to be sick ...

English TV presenter Katie Piper admitted that she’s never fully been “discharged” from medical care 17 years after an acid ...

Unlike hiking or snow boots that have been treated with a durable water-repellent finish, rain boots are made from fully waterproof materials like plastic or vulcanized rubber. They tend to lack ...

The best rain covers for cameras are the unsung heroes of outdoor photography. Even if the heavens open, you'll be able to carry on shooting without worrying about your gear getting damaged.

The old diesel locomotives we used for decades were really dirty, spewing carbon dioxide (a greenhouse gas), nitrogen oxides (contributing to acid rain), sulfur dioxide (more acid rain ...