H2oradio

Will We Lose Our History to Climate Change? That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report about water. Headlines: Sandbags and garbage cans are protecting Smithsonian treasures from climate change. An isolated tree on a street or in a park is a surprising tool in managing stormwater runoff. Beetle populations that are killing pine trees in the West are getting supercharged from global warming. Is a new bill in the UK meant to protect marine invertebrates...spineless?

How Cryptocurrencies Harm the Planet. That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report about water. Headlines: There's growing backlash around the world about the environmental effects of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. The Biden administration was criticized last week for auctioning off large tracts in the Gulf of Mexico to oil and gas companies, just after COP26. It must feel like weather whiplash to live in Washington state or British Columbia. Creatures whose name translates to “little armored one” typically live in southern states, but global warming might change that.

Forest fires have made headlines as the climate warms, but less attention is paid to the growing number of blazes burning across sagebrush territory. Some of theses vital landscapes might never recover but for the help they’re receiving from an unexpected source—incarcerated men and women who are seeing a much brighter future thanks to the underappreciated shrubs.

How Eating Hamburgers Harms Coral Reefs. That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report about water. Headlines: The UN climate conference president, Alok Sharma, broke down in tears, expressing disappointment about the final Glasgow Climate Pact. It may not seem that there could be a link between eating hamburgers and the health of coral reefs but there is. Deer are catching COVID-19 from people and rapidly spreading it to each other, which could reduce the chances of eradicating the virus. Sure, glitter is annoying, but a new type was just invented that is at least better for the planet—and even safe to eat.

Eco-anxiety is a term that's entered the lexicon to describe persistent worries about the future of life on Earth. As the UN’s COP26 meetings end in Glasgow, Scotland, university students and teachers in Denver share their feelings on the climate crisis and what they're doing to endure.

Countries Make Bold Promises at COP26, But Will They Cop Out? That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report about water. Headlines: The infrastructure bill, passed by the House and heading to President Biden's desk, includes funding for Western water projects and programs. A new study found that the chances of limiting the worst effects of global warming are significantly more likely if COP26 commitments are kept. Radioactive material, PFAS, and pesticides are among the contaminants found in U.S. tap water, according to an updated database. A new arrangement between the U.S. and the EU could be a “steel” of a deal for the climate.

A Whale of a Way to Capture Carbon. That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report about water. Headlines: What to expect at the UN climate conference, COP26, in Glasgow. Maritime shipping emits tons of greenhouse gases, so all eyes are on the world’s first zero-emission, electric cargo ship that's about to set sail. What are “whale falls” and how do they help sequester carbon? Instead of “selfies,” take a “coastie” to help scientists.

One Climate Fix—Getting Rid of Heat by Dancing to the Beat. That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report about water. Headlines: Ahead of the UN COP26 climate conference next week, leaked documents show some countries are trying to undermine its efforts. Four U.S. government agencies released reports last week about the perilous effects of climate change on the country’s national security. A town experiencing extreme drought is considering adding more data centers, which use enormous amounts of water. Going to Glasgow? Hit the dance floor and your body heat could reduce global warming.

How Wildfires Can Affect Caves. That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report about water. Headlines: Residents of Benton Harbor, Michigan, have been told not to drink, cook, or brush their teeth with tap water in a tragedy similar to the Flint lead crisis. She's baaaack. What does a returning La Niña mean for weather around the U.S.? Wildfires destroy trees and shrubs, but according to new research, they can also impact ecosystems inside caves. Scientists want you to become a “walrus detective.” It's a worthy tusk.

Last Summer’s Monsoons Awakened Prehistoric Creatures. That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report about water. Headlines: The oil spill off Southern California likely won’t be the last, as the infrastructure ages. Phoenix recently tested a cool solution to help the city combat heat. While lava from volcanoes can devastate land, it can also generate life in the ocean. Just add water to see these three-eyed creatures.

Climate Change Is Making the Earth Less Bright. That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report about water. Headlines: The development of new life-saving antibiotics from ocean plants and animals could be threatened by seabed mining. Warming oceans have fewer bright clouds—and that's making the Earth dimmer. October 1 was International Coffee Day, but a lot of the buzz was about the rising costs of beans. This food requires no sunlight, soil, or rain to grow.

How the “Johnny Appleseed” of the Ocean Is Fighting Climate Change. That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report about water. Headlines: The Colorado River could lose some of its hydropower. There is hopeful news ahead of COP26—the 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties—which is just weeks away. After record hot temperatures this summer, the Biden administration is moving to protect workers, children, and seniors from extreme heat. Hurricane Ida washed caskets into the yards of Louisiana residents. The “ugly duckling” of coastal ecosystem conservation has a seed-sowing champion.

Has the Paris Climate Agreement Been Submarined? That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report about water. Headlines: The relationship between China and the U.S. is growing colder as the earth warms. The "black summer" in Australia had an enormous impact on a distant ocean. The Stay Lit initiative will turn neighborhood restaurants into community power hubs during disasters. Udderly amazing—cows can be potty trained to save the planet.

How Wildfire Burn Scars Create Thunderstorms. That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report about water. Headlines: Following Hurricane Ida, many Louisiana residents still lack running water and the Coast Guard is investigating hundreds of oils spills in the Gulf. Burn scars from wildfires have several characteristics that can fuel intense thunderstorms. Scientists have found a way to take a stinky problem and turn it into a clean solution. Breaking into the crowded plant-based milk market is no small potatoes.

No Fluke, Whales Walked on Land. That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report about water. Headlines: There's drought in other parts of the U.S. besides the West. Residents in Northern California are getting treated wastewater delivered by truck to keep trees and shrubs alive. Can shippers contain the amount of pollutants spewed by container ships? This walking whale was named for the Egyptian god of death.

COVID-19 Leads to Water Cutbacks in Florida. That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report about water. Headlines: COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations are rising in Florida, and now the crisis is affecting water supplies. The federal government declared the first-ever water shortage for the Colorado River. While the Southwest suffers from a lack of precipitation, rain fell in a place where it’s not expected. Horseshoe crabs give blue blood—but they aren't getting the royal treatment. Do you remember what you had for dinner two weeks ago, Friday? This creature would.

The Difference Between Green and Blue Hydrogen—and Why You Should Care. That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report about water. Headlines: As dire as the IPCC report is for the climate, there's an optimistic takeaway on how catastrophe can be avoided. "Blue Hydrogen" is promoted by the oil & gas industry as clean energy, but a new report says it's worse than burning coal. Wildfires raging across the western U.S. could affect the ability of clouds to produce rain. A new study links smoke from wildfires to higher rates of COVID-19 cases and deaths. Polar bears lob rocks at unsuspecting walruses.

A Crucial Ocean System Is at Risk. That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report about water. Headlines: New research says an ocean system critical to global weather is becoming unstable and could collapse. One of California’s largest hydroelectric plants has been shut down for the first time in its history. Fires are becoming harder to fight because of what happens during the night. In addition to gold, silver, and bronze, there was a lot of green at the Tokyo Olympics.

How “Botanical Sexism” Affects Your Allergies. That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report about water. Headlines: Utah's governor wants to cut the grass in the state, as the drought worsens in the West. Democrats plan to emulate the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) of the 1930s to combat climate change. City planners might be to blame for aggravating your seasonal allergies. Guerrillas in cities could help fight global warming.

It Could Spell Trouble When This Stream Gets Wavy. That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report about water. Headlines: When the jet stream becomes wavy with large omega-shaped curves, meteorologists worry. In the fight to rid the oceans of microplastics, mussels might be the next weapon. Your smartphone may soon be able to tell you if water is safe to drink. Catch a (tropical storm) wave and you're sitting on top of the world.