Yellowstone, Grand Teton, Great Smoky Mountains Close Over Coronavirus Fears
Park officials said a crush of visitors moving through the trails was beginning to run afoul of social distancing.
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Climate Change Push Fuels Split On Coronavirus Stimulus
Clean energy groups have their own wish list for the massive coronavirus stimulus bill. They say the country's ability to tackle climate change is at stake.
Parks And Recreation In A Time Of Social Distancing
As Americans adjust to the changes that come with social distancing, many are turning to the great outdoors as park grounds, trails, and greenways remain open for business.
Great Outdoor Adventures In The WFDD Listening Area
UPDATE MONDAY, MARCH 23, 2020: Hanging Rock State Park is among four North Carolina state parks that have closed because of coronavirus concerns. North C
Louisiana's Chemical Corridor Is Expanding. So Are Efforts To Stop It
An industrial corridor in Louisiana is expanding again, fueled by the U.S. boom in natural gas. Residents worried about air pollution have launched new efforts to stop the factories.
Australia's Fire-Ravaged Forests Are Recovering. Ecologists Hope It Lasts
After devastating fires, there are signs of regrowth across much of eastern Australia. But there's also concern that a changing climate may alter some of the country's unique landscapes forever.
To Forecast Spring Flooding, NOAA Planes Fly Slow And Low
NOAA's Commissioned Officer Corps pilots fly special planes and use gamma ray detectors and other equipment to measure ice and snow that will eventually melt into streams and rivers.
Apartment Dwellers At New Complex Benefit From Rooftop Solar Panels
A Utah company is expanding the solar panel business to apartment complexes, where renters can benefit from renewable energy usually reserved for individual homes.
Nebraska Teachers Are Piloting A Climate Science Curriculum — Using NASA Data
Teachers lack good climate science curricula. Climate change skeptics fear indoctrination. A pilot NASA course that lets high school kids use their climate modelling software could satisfy both.
China's Efforts To Control Coronavirus Lead To Less Air Pollution
As China seeks to control the spread of COVID-19, fewer cars and factories are running. In some places, skies are clearer. But the drop in air pollution and carbon emissions is likely temporary.