When floods or fires destroy American communities, taxpayers often pick up the tab. But as climate change sends costs soaring, where is the limit?
Author: Kyle Bagenstose, USA TODAY
The massive 2021 infrastructure act aimed to fight climate change. Is it living up to Biden’s pledge?
The U.S. might be closer to electric school buses and a better charging network for electric cars, but experts see cracks in more ambitious plans.
Millions of green jobs are coming to the US. Just one problem: Can we even fill them?
With billions of dollars now flowing into the clean energy sector, millions of jobs should follow. But finding workers to fill them won’t be easy.
280 years ago, my ancestors came from Switzerland. Here’s what I learned by going back.
After ten generations, I was the first in my line to travel back to the country. What I learned in a Swiss bakery will stay with me forever.
The US is making a big down payment on climate change. Here’s what needs to come next.
Experts say climate change measures in the Inflation Reduction Act keep the U.S. in the fight. But much more is needed ahead of a key 2050 deadline.
Experts: Cash incentives in climate bill could revolutionize U.S. homes, 1 HVAC at a time
The Inflation Reduction Act would offer homeowners thousands of dollars in incentives for new hot water heaters, HVAC, insulation and more.
Profits over planet? Experts eye companies at crucial moment for climate change fight
Critics say corporate greed exacerbates climate change. But businesses say they create solutions to address it. What do the experts say?
Across the US, towns warn of toxic PFAS chemicals in drinking water. Here’s what to know.
In June, the EPA released health advisories for toxic chemicals PFOS and PFOA, leaving many Americans to wonder if their drinking water is safe.
Green energy is great for fighting climate change. Not using it is even better.
We hear all about Teslas, solar, and wind combating climate change. But experts say using less energy is just as important.
EPA finds no safe level for toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in thousands of U.S. water systems
EPA released new health advisories for PFAS chemicals Wednesday, which are found in thousands of drinking water systems across the country.