The craziest weather records set or smashed in 2023

This past year proved that Mother Nature always seems to have some tricks up her sleeves.

Some coral species ‘remember’ how to survive ocean heat waves, study suggests

Researchers believe heat waves due to climate change will become more frequent, and understanding how some corals are able to survive is essential for future conservation efforts.

NASA: Life may exist in oceans, geysers of 17 icy exoplanets

These findings expand the search for life in the universe, as it bucks the typical approach of finding liquid water, a necessary ingredient for life.

Study suggests people are leaving some U.S. neighborhoods because of flood risks

A recent study implies that flood risk and climate change are compelling people to move from their homes to places where the threat isn’t as high.

EPA begins formal review of chemicals burned in Ohio train derailment

The Biden administration is initiating a formal evaluation of risks posed by vinyl chloride, the cancer-causing chemical that burned following a train derailment earlier this year.

Wind farm under construction near Flagstaff
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Sustainable energy is growing in Arizona as SRP is about to finish their largest wind farm in the state -- and it's being built in a place you may never see. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen reports.

China and India lead the world's increase of carbon dioxide emissions this year

A team of scientists reported that the world this year pumped 1.1% more heat-trapping carbon dioxide into the air than last year because of increased pollution from China and India.

World's largest iceberg, 3 times the size of LA, moving after being grounded for nearly 40 years

Currently, A23a has exited the Weddell Sea and is now heading into the open ocean. It is currently passing the northern tip of the Antarctic Peninsula, driven by winds and currents.

Long-term water solution passed for Rio Verde
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The Arizona Corporation Commission greenlighted a long-term solution to ensure Rio Verde residents don't lose access to water again.

Most US cities would need new lead water pipes within 10 years under newly-proposed EPA rules

In the U.S., there are more than 9 million lead pipes still in the ground, which are typically the biggest source of lead in drinking water. Lead is particularly dangerous to young children.

Virgin Atlantic achieves 1st trans-Atlantic flight on sustainable 'jet-zero' fuel

The first commercial airliner to cross the Atlantic on a purely high-fat, low-emissions fuel flew Tuesday from London to New York in a step toward achieving what supporters called “jet zero."

Rio Verde water: Commission to consider long-term fix
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State lawmakers passed a law to temporarily restore water to Rio Verde residents through 2025 after the city of Scottsdale cut off the community from its water supply earlier this year.

Tensions are bubbling up at thirsty Arizona alfalfa farms as foreign firms exploit unregulated water

La Paz County Supervisor Holly Irwin welcomes a recent crackdown by Arizona officials on unfettered groundwater pumping long allowed in rural areas, noting local concerns about dried up wells and subsidence that’s created ground fissures and flooding during heavy rains.