Trees Know an Eclipse Is Coming Before it Starts. That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report

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The National Climate Assessment is required by law every four years. Trump just dismissed 400 of its scientists.

Trump wants to expedite seabed mining of cobalt and nickel even though EV manufacturers are shifting away from using the minerals.

Sanitary pads are 90 percent plastic. Now, researchers have developed ones made from cornstarch.

A new study found that older trees school younger ones about what to expect in a solar eclipse.

It’s been nearly 100 days since the Trump administration took office and there has been much troubling news around water, climate, and the environment. But there have also been many positive news stories. Listen to some segments from our newscast that we think stood out.

Could Climate Change Make Rice Unhealthy?

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Trump’s tariff wars are likely to speed up seabed mining, which could endanger marine habitats.

The Trump administration has halted a massive offshore wind project that would have powered 500,000 homes.

Climate change could make rice toxic.

Sh*t happens—and it’s being used to break down plastic.

Nations Agree to First-Ever Global Fee on Greenhouse Gases. That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report.

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President Trump has sicced the Department of Justice on states trying to combat climate change.

The Trump administration wants NOAA to shift from conservation and restoration work toward unleashing American fossil fuel production.

A new agreement marks the first time a global industry will pay a price on its climate pollution.

Why you should love these picnic pests.

You may think there are few areas of cooperation between the U.S. and Mexico right now, given the current climate of tariffs and deportations. However, through the charm of insect ambassadors, the two countries are collaborating to protect nature.

Making Acid Rain Great Again? That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report.

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A company was secretly discussing a plan with the Trump administration to start seabed mining in the Pacific and circumvent a UN treaty.

There’s a push in the U.S. to go nuclear.

Trump’s EPA could allow acid rain to reign again.

Shocker. This tree benefits by getting struck by lightning.

Bursting a Weather Forecaster’s Balloon. That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report.

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DOGE cuts will mean fewer weather balloons, which provide information for forecasters that cannot be obtained any other way.

The Trump administration has rejected a request made by Mexico for water from the Colorado River to help the city of Tijuana.

March 21 was the first World Day for Glaciers—many of which will not survive the 21st century, new research warns.

This "retirement home" for penguins includes physical therapy, treatment for cataracts, and even acupuncture.

Why Climate Change Means Fewer Satellites. That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report.

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Trump’s Environmental Protection Agency announced it will undo 31 landmark regulations meant to protect clean air and water.

The Supreme Court rejected a Republican-led effort to halt climate change lawsuits.

Climate change will reduce the available space in Earth’s atmosphere to launch satellites.

All’s fair in love and war? Male octopuses paralyze females during sex to avoid being eaten.

No NOAA, No Safety? That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report.

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Fears have been raised about how NOAA staff cuts by the Trump administration could affect air traffic safety.

Progress was made at the COP16 biodiversity meeting last week toward its goal to stem extinction and environmental degradation.

Researchers have identified a drink that can help you get the lead out.

If you can’t beat ‘em—eat ‘em.

Greenland’s Most Valuable Resource Isn’t Its Minerals. That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report.

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In his first 30 days in office, Trump has upended environmental and climate policies and fired personnel at the EPA, Energy Department, and Department of the Interior.

Trump wants to exploit Greenland for its minerals and fossil fuels, but global warming has made extracting those resources difficult.

Europe wants to deploy wind power to reach net zero by 2050, but new research shows wind speeds are decreasing because of climate change.

A proposed Czech dam was stalled by government dawdling, so eager beavers built it for them—for free.