Pipes Feed Preview: Climate Change

1. Fog is riddled with bacteria, study finds

   Sun, 31 May 2026 10:01:11 -0000

   The research team found that millions of bacteria floating in tiny fog droplets are alive, growing and breaking down pollutants in the air. A new study is changing the way we think about fog. Turns out it's not just an amorphous blob of water droplets: "We found that millions of bacteria inhabit ... …

2. “It’s like being electrocuted and set on fire at the same time…” Discover one of the world's most dangerous trees

   Sun, 31 May 2026 09:07:47 -0000

   This tree is considered one of the world’s most venomous plants, and its painful effects can last for years. The gympie-gympie tree (Dendrocnide …

3. 5 fast-growing drought-resistant flowers you should plant now to fill your borders with vibrant blooms – no matter how hot it gets

   Sun, 31 May 2026 11:00:00 -0000

   We’ve already had a heatwave this year, and it’s technically still spring. With summer showing potential to be as hot as last year, and extreme …

4. This 3D model captures a rare tropical glacier before it's gone

   Sun, 31 May 2026 10:00:00 -0000

   In centimeter-level detail, a new 3D visualization shows a glacier that’s quickly disappearing in Indonesia. When Klaus Thymann flew nearly 15,000 feet up into Indonesia’s remote highlands last November, he was racing to document ice that few people realize exists. Near the summit of Puncak Jaya, …

5. 20 years since its release, Al Gore talks about the evolution of 'An Inconvenient Truth'

   Sat, 30 May 2026 21:08:35 -0000

   On the 20th anniversary of the release of his documentary 'An Inconvenient Truth,' Former Vice President Al Gore talks about how his mission to align policy makers across the aisle to work together for climate solutions has evolved. ADRIAN FLORIDO, HOST: When Al Gore's film "An Inconvenient Truth" …

6. The impact of the climate crisis is obvious. Why aren’t we more terrified?

   Sat, 30 May 2026 07:21:50 -0000

   How will history judge this week’s front pages? The pictures of joyful kids leaping into lidos to celebrate the warmest May on record! Beachgoers …

7. What Does the “Super El Niño” Mean for Next Ski Season? Experts Weigh In

   Sun, 31 May 2026 11:08:00 -0000

   You’ve probably seen the El Niño news by now. I asked snow forecasters to break it down. You’ve probably seen the news by now. Some monstrous thing …

8. Invasive Species Spreading Across US As Warning Issued About Golden Mussel

   Sun, 31 May 2026 11:11:58 -0000

   Warnings about invasive species have become increasingly urgent in recent months, with scientists cautioning that some could spread at “terrifying …

9. ‘Super El Nino’ isn’t a real scientific term but experts warn the climate risks are very real

   Sun, 31 May 2026 04:19:02 -0000

   Alarming headlines have warned to brace for a looming event predicting catastrophic bushfires and brutal heatwaves.

10. Between Naples And Sarasota Is America's First Solar-Powered Town Known As 'The Homeland Of Tomorrow'

    Sat, 30 May 2026 18:00:00 -0000

    When Hurricane Ian raged through Southwest Florida in 2022, it caused $112 billion in damage, killed 150 people, and left approximately 2.6 million …

11. Why Wildfire Experts Are So Worried About This Year’s Fire Season

    Sun, 31 May 2026 09:00:00 -0000

    With a puny snowpack in the Western mountains and a widespread drought, the nation is a tinderbox. A reorganization of federal firefighting efforts …

12. Plastic bags can’t go in household recycling bins – here’s what to do instead

    Sun, 31 May 2026 09:50:52 -0000

    Soft, stretchy plastics, ubiquitous in grocery bags, bubble wrap, and various packaging, present a persistent environmental challenge. These materials …

13. 4 lawn options for people who hate mowing

    Sat, 30 May 2026 12:00:00 -0000

    Grass alternatives can bring beauty (and bees) to your yard. Most homeowners think a grass lawn is the easiest way to keep a yard looking neat. In reality, maintaining that picture-perfect sea of green relies on constant mowing, watering, fertilizing, and upkeep. Traditional lawns can become …

14. Indian farmers feel the impact of rising temperatures

    Sun, 31 May 2026 05:57:35 -0000

    CNN's Allison Chinchar reports climate change is hitting India's most valuable crop.

15. GEF Council Welcomes New Green Pledges, Highlights Old Access Barriers

    Sun, 31 May 2026 11:27:11 -0000

    SAMARKAND, Uzbekistan, May 31 2026 (IPS) - The 71st Council meeting of the Global Environment Facility (GEF) opened today amid a sharp divide, with …

16. The Green Renegade: How India Traded Western Eco-Lectures For Energy Sovereignty – Analysis

    Sat, 30 May 2026 03:46:50 -0000

    “The civilised world has been built on a heap of coal, a lake of oil, and a mountain of crude. To demand that the developing world remain in the dark …

17. Ocean Acidification

    Sat, 30 May 2026 03:17:28 -0000

    Ocean acidification is the long-term decline in seawater pH caused by the ocean's absorption of atmospheric carbon dioxide. Since the start of the …

18. Europe’s deadly spring heat wave is obliterating temperature records

    Fri, 29 May 2026 13:00:00 -0000

    Stark new data show how much the spring heat wave that has been affecting much of Western Europe has shattered temperature records. The heat has been …

19. The U.S. power grid isn’t one big machine — it’s three. That’s a problem for blackout season

    Sat, 30 May 2026 12:04:34 -0000

    Extreme weather is posing a growing threat to the power supplies Americans rely on. In 2021, a fierce winter storm left millions of Texans without …

20. Apocalyptic “Fungal Storms” Are Now Surging Across the US

    Sat, 30 May 2026 10:00:00 -0000

    "Sand and dust storms do not just mean dirty windows and hazy skies." Dust storms are becoming increasingly common sights throughout much of the US, …

21. How to Grow Tomatoes in Extreme Heat So They Keep Producing All Summer

    Sat, 30 May 2026 17:00:00 -0000

    Tomato plants love warmth and sunshine, but sometimes extreme heat is too much for them. As a summer crop, tomatoes are known for being extremely heat-tolerant. They're even grown as perennials in tropical regions. So, if you live in an area where very warm weather sometimes strikes, you might …

22. Utility companies want to pay you to generate power for the electrical grid

    Sat, 30 May 2026 14:00:00 -0000

    Some states offer homeowners the option of generating their own power and sending what they don’t use back to the grid. Other states are preparing to. HOUSTON — Jeff and Jenny Wright haven’t paid an electric bill for their Houston home in more than a year. Instead, the couple sells their unused …

23. The Amazon Rainforest Just Started Growing in Reverse – And It’s Happening Faster Than Anyone Predicted

    Sat, 30 May 2026 22:00:00 -0000

    You keep hearing that the Amazon is the lungs of the planet, but lately it feels more like a patient struggling to breathe. Behind the headlines and …

24. Greenpeace Plans to Sue JBS for Its Climate Impacts, Seeks Details About Major Plans in Nigeria

    Sun, 31 May 2026 08:50:00 -0000

    The advocacy group says the lawsuit could open a new legal frontier for pursuing industrial agriculture companies.The world’s largest meat company is …

25. Africa Is Embracing Renewable Energy

    Fri, 29 May 2026 15:33:00 -0000

    African countries are increasingly looking to renewable energy to meet growing power demand. “Africa is not on the periphery of the global energy …

26. Man who built solar-powered yacht that can run forever adds new upgrade to it to improve stability

    Sun, 31 May 2026 00:08:00 -0000

    The man who built a solar-powered yacht that could run forever has added in a new upgrade which is set to improve its stability. Helios 11 was …

27. Too hot, too humid: why the sustained heatwave in India and Pakistan is so dangerous

    Fri, 29 May 2026 02:35:01 -0000

    India and Pakistan are no strangers to heat. This time of year is the worst, as heat peaks before the monsoon brings cooler conditions from June. But …

28. Endangered species are making a comeback across continents thanks to community-led conservation

    Sun, 31 May 2026 09:40:00 -0000

    From wild horses in Mongolia to rhinos in India and coral reefs in Southeast Asia, community-based initiatives are helping species recover against …

29. National electricity strategy a step in right direction, but some critics warn about locking Canada into long-term natural gas use - The Hill Times

    Sun, 31 May 2026 10:00:00 -0000

    The national electricity strategy, announced on May 14, sets a goal of doubling the capacity of Canada’s electricity grid by 2050. The government’s …

30. Giant, Destructive Hail Is Becoming More Common With Climate Change, Study Says

    Thu, 28 May 2026 19:02:02 -0000

    This spring, massive thunderstorms swept across the upper Midwest. Along with destructive winds and tornados, these storms brought record-sized hail. …