Minnesota's experimental forests used to study impact of climate change
An experiment is underway in the Chippewa National Forest to help us all have a healthier future. The Marcell Experimental Forest is the largest climate change experiment that?s happening on the planet.
An experiment is underway in the Chippewa National Forest to help us all have a healthier future. The Marcell Experimental Forest is the largest climate change experiment that?s happening on the planet.
Recent volcano eruption beneath Pacific Ocean continues 'Sharkcano' fame
Sharks were found living in the active crater in 2015, but volcanologists say life near volcanoes is not uncommon.
Sharks were found living in the active crater in 2015, but volcanologists say life near volcanoes is not uncommon.
Harris to announce $500 million school bus rebate program to replace diesel with electric, low emissions buses
The vice president will announce the Clean School Bus rebate program - part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law - from a high school in Virginia.
The vice president will announce the Clean School Bus rebate program - part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law - from a high school in Virginia.
Become an expert in identifying aquatic invasive species in Minnesota
The U of M is working to educate more Minnesotans on how to identify invasive species, which will help experts better identify how they're spreading.
The U of M is working to educate more Minnesotans on how to identify invasive species, which will help experts better identify how they're spreading.
Minnesota's fishing opener underway
Minnesotans are hitting the lakes and reeling some in. FOX 9's Leah Beno chats with DNR Commissioner Sarah Stommen about this weekend's events, what to know about fishing in Minnesota and how to stay safe on the water.
Minnesotans are hitting the lakes and reeling some in. FOX 9's Leah Beno chats with DNR Commissioner Sarah Stommen about this weekend's events, what to know about fishing in Minnesota and how to stay safe on the water.
Cleaner air leads to more hurricanes in the Atlantic, study finds
A new study links how many hurricanes form worldwide to air pollution levels. Wednesday's study from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration says cleaner air in Europe and the United States is helping trigger a dramatic increase in the number of Atlantic hurricanes.
A new study links how many hurricanes form worldwide to air pollution levels. Wednesday's study from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration says cleaner air in Europe and the United States is helping trigger a dramatic increase in the number of Atlantic hurricanes.
Jumping worms in Minnesota: How to stop the spread
The University of Minnesota is asking for the public’s help in stopping the spread of the "highly invasive" jumping worm.
The University of Minnesota is asking for the public’s help in stopping the spread of the "highly invasive" jumping worm.
'No Mow May' – not lazy, just saving the bees
Finally, an excuse to not mow your lawn – ‘No Mow May!’
Finally, an excuse to not mow your lawn – ‘No Mow May!’
Watch: Voyageurs Wolf Project trail cam captures the traffic of the Northwoods
Watch the fauna of northern Minnesota as captured by the Voyageurs Wolf Project.
Watch the fauna of northern Minnesota as captured by the Voyageurs Wolf Project.
North Commons Park in Minneapolis getting $21 million dollar redevelopment
A north Minneapolis park is set to undergo a $21 million dollar redevelopment. But we heard from at least one person in the community that thought the money could be better spent.
A north Minneapolis park is set to undergo a $21 million dollar redevelopment. But we heard from at least one person in the community that thought the money could be better spent.
Work to convert Minnesota Zoo's monorail into walking trail begins
The Treetop Trail is set to open in summer 2023.
The Treetop Trail is set to open in summer 2023.
Foul-smelling toxic foam spewing from polluted river takes over Colombian city
Photos show how the massive layer of toxic foam is plaguing the city of Mosquera, Colombia, near Bogota, drifting into residents’ yards and businesses.
Photos show how the massive layer of toxic foam is plaguing the city of Mosquera, Colombia, near Bogota, drifting into residents’ yards and businesses.
One-fifth of reptiles face risk of extinction, new report finds
A comprehensive new assessment of thousands of reptiles species has found that 21% are considered endangered, critically endangered or vulnerable to extinction.
A comprehensive new assessment of thousands of reptiles species has found that 21% are considered endangered, critically endangered or vulnerable to extinction.
Incandescent light bulbs being phased out amid aims to move toward energy-efficient lighting
The Biden administration is scrapping old-fashioned incandescent light bulbs.
The Biden administration is scrapping old-fashioned incandescent light bulbs.
How textile recycling is giving a ripped shirt new life
Clothes and blankets, it turns out, can keep you warm in more than one life.
Clothes and blankets, it turns out, can keep you warm in more than one life.
City of New Brighton turns to eco-friendly option to get rid of buckthorn
GOATS! Here's how the city of New Brighton is turning to these animals as an eco-friendly option to get rid of an invasive plant.
GOATS! Here's how the city of New Brighton is turning to these animals as an eco-friendly option to get rid of an invasive plant.
New Brighton turns to eco-friendly option to get rid of buckthorn
They?re hairy, don?t say much and chew with their mouths open and these new neighbors are attracting a lot of attention. Here's how the city of New Brighton is turning to an eco-friendly, non-chemical option to get rid of an invasive plant.
They?re hairy, don?t say much and chew with their mouths open and these new neighbors are attracting a lot of attention. Here's how the city of New Brighton is turning to an eco-friendly, non-chemical option to get rid of an invasive plant.
Biden signs Earth Day order to protect old-growth forests from wildfire
Old-growth trees are key buffers against climate change and absorb significant amounts of carbon dioxide that contribute to global warming.
Old-growth trees are key buffers against climate change and absorb significant amounts of carbon dioxide that contribute to global warming.
How ‘Captain Planet’ inspired an environmental movement
The popular animated series inspired generations of young people to become changemakers for the planet.
The popular animated series inspired generations of young people to become changemakers for the planet.
Earth Day 2022: How it started and how to celebrate
This year will mark 52 years since the first Earth Day and countries around the world are celebrating.
This year will mark 52 years since the first Earth Day and countries around the world are celebrating.