Environment

May 7, 2025

Scientists Say Underwater Volcano May Soon Erupt Off Oregon’s Coast

Nestled nearly 300 miles off the coast of Oregon is Axial Seamount, a 3,600-foot-tall underwater volcano that scientists believe may erupt very soon. The eruption would be the volcano’s first in 10 years, offering critical insight into predicting such marine events in the future. Luckily, Axial Seamount doesn’t pose a threat to us humans—it’s too deep in the Pacific Ocean and too far from shore to impact seismic activity on land.

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April 17, 2025

Family Saves Home From a Flood by Building Their Own Levees Around Their House

A few days ago, substantial rainfall caused a severe flood in Tennessee, prompting mandatory evacuations and rescues for over 100 people that were stranded. But for one family in the western part of the state, the picture was completely different. Tucker and Justin Humphrey, as well as their mom, Amy, were spared from the worst thanks to the impressive levee system they built around their house.

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February 10, 2025

Wind Energy Provided Nearly One-Third of Ireland’s Electricity in 2024

Wind farms are essential in the fight against climate change and the push for a greener future. While many countries are embracing this sustainable technology, Ireland is leading the charge, with its wind farms generating 32% of the nation’s electricity. This milestone was announced on January 9, 2025, in Wind Energy Ireland’s annual report, revealing that Ireland has surpassed 5,000 MW of onshore wind energy for the first time.

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January 16, 2025

All of Chicago’s Municipal Buildings Are Now Powered by 100% Renewable Energy

Each year, approximately 700,000 megawatt hours of electricity are expended to power Chicago’s 411 municipal buildings. The beginning of 2025, however, signaled a major milestone in the city’s efforts toward increased sustainability. As of January 1, all buildings owned and operated by the city are officially powered by 100% renewable energy, including O’Hare International Airport, Harold Washington Library, 98 fire stations, and two of the world’s largest water treatment facilities.

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