A Keyser resident is partnering with the City of Keyser to educate the community about the beloved New Creek Ducks. Through the creation of informative signs, the initiative aims to raise awareness and celebrate the town’s most popular feathered residents.

Oregon witnessed an increase in its wolf population in 2024, with the most significant gains occurring west of Highways 97, 395, and 20.

While Niagara Falls often steals the spotlight, the United States is home to many other magnificent waterfalls waiting to be explored. From easily accessible cascades to those requiring a scenic hike, there’s a waterfall for every adventurer.

President Trump has moved to allow commercial fishing in the Pacific Islands Heritage Marine National Monument, a vast ocean reserve. This decision could significantly impact one of Earth’s last pristine maritime environments, sparking discussions on the future of marine conservation.

Three teenagers have developed the Thermavault, a salt-powered refrigerator that operates without electricity. They’re set to build 200 units for hospitals, aiming to keep vaccines cool with a reusable salt solution.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is expediting permits for a protective tunnel around Enbridge’s aging oil pipeline beneath the Great Lakes. This decision, under a Trump energy emergency order, has sparked fears among environmentalists about potential lack of scrutiny and environmental risks.

On April 14, Easton Mayor Megan Cook swore in three new members to the Waterfowl Festival Commission, marking a notable event for the community. The ceremony underscores the ongoing developments within the commission.

The Pacific Fishery Management Council has unveiled its recommendations for the 2025 ocean salmon fishing seasons, introducing significant reductions and closures along parts of the Pacific West Coast.

In celebration of Earth Day, the Berkshire Environmental Action Team and the city of Pittsfield invite community members to join a volunteer cleanup at Burbank Park on Onota Lake’s shoreline this Saturday. The event aims to unite residents in preserving the local environment.

In response to shore-based anglers targeting great white sharks for viral fame, Massachusetts is introducing stricter regulations on Cape Cod beaches to protect the iconic predators.

A Brooklyn pet store owner faces accusations of kidnapping city pigeons and selling them as live shooting targets, shedding light on a disturbing underworld exploiting urban wildlife.

The Native Plant Society is empowering the next generation of ecologists by awarding grants that support essential fieldwork and research. Students will not only advance their studies through activities like DNA sequencing and ecological monitoring but also enrich the community by sharing their findings.

In a surprising turn of events, researchers from Florida Atlantic University have accidentally documented a great white shark in an area where such sightings are rare, thanks to a nurse shark’s camera. This unexpected encounter could provide valuable insights into the behavior and distribution of these elusive predators.

LONGi Green Energy Technology has unveiled its upgraded Hi-MO 9 solar module, achieving an industry-leading 24.8% conversion efficiency. Powered by HPBC 2.0 technology, this breakthrough marks a significant advancement in solar innovation. The launch event took place in Anhui, China, highlighting LONGi’s role as a global leader in renewable energy.

A helicopter crash caused by a penguin’s escape raises questions about aviation safety protocols and pilot accountability. The unreported passenger’s mid-flight breakout led to unexpected chaos in the skies.

The Piedmont Earth Day Fair, North Carolina’s largest Earth Day celebration, celebrates its 20th anniversary on April 26. This free, family-friendly event draws over 8,000 attendees each year.

In a crucial effort to conserve one of Earth’s most biodiverse regions, U.S.-based nonprofit Saving Nature has secured 865 acres in Colombia’s Western Andes. This move aims to restore degraded lands with over 16,000 native trees and permanently preserve extensive cloud forest habitats.

The Indianapolis Zoo is inviting the public to help name its newest baby orangutan. With three unique options—Edi, Lada, and Ketambe—the winning name will be announced on April 16.

In an unprecedented move, the Trump administration has declared a state of emergency in domestic timber supply and national forest health, directing the U.S. Forest Service to suspend normal environmental regulations to increase logging activities in national forests.

As companies eye the deep sea for critical minerals essential to green technologies, stalled negotiations may lead to mining without proper environmental safeguards. The International Seabed Authority’s failure to finalize regulations raises concerns over the protection of untouched, biodiverse ecosystems.

Plastic pollution has become one of the most pressing environmental issues of our time. With global plastic production expected to surge from 311 million metric tons in 2014 to potentially over a billion by 2050, the need for sustainable alternatives is more critical than ever (expected surge in plastic production). The search for solutions has led to the development of bioplastics and other innovative materials that could potentially replace conventional plastics.