In many international cities, bicycles and e-bikes dominate transportation. It makes sense for the U.S. too, experts say, but car culture dominates.
Author: Kyle Bagenstose, USA TODAY
A climate reckoning for US housing: Too many homes in harm’s way, ‘too many zeros’ in the costs
When floods or fires destroy American communities, taxpayers often pick up the tab. But as climate change sends costs soaring, where is the limit?
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.
Humanity healed the ozone hole. Can we do the same for climate change?
It’s been 35 years since the Montreal Protocol helped heal a hole in the ozone. Can those lessons curb climate change in less than 30 years?
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.
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.