Diamond dust could play a role in climate control efforts, study suggests

Recent research suggests that injecting solid particles into the atmosphere may significantly mitigate stratospheric warming, as the rate continues to climb around the globe.

AZ community aims to ease the pain of summer heat
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While the Fall has finally arrived for Arizonans, the heat will be back at some point, and there is a new effort underway to combat the region's soaring temperatures. We spoke with architect Dan Parolek, who talked about a new 'desert-responsive' community in Tempe.

City of Phoenix launches grass removal program
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Homeowners in Phoenix can now be paid by the city to remove their grass lawns. Under the program, approved homeowners can get two dollar per square foot of grass removed, and replaced with drought-tolerant landscaping.

Phoenix area nursery gives winter grass tips
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As temperatures finally start to cool down in the Phoenix area, it also means it's time to put down some winter grass. FOX 10's Irene Snyder has from Moon Valley Nursery on what to do.

'Stop Poo-llution' campaign kicks off in Phoenix
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When walking you're dog, it's important to clean up after them. We all know it, but not everyone does it, which is why the city of Phoenix Water Services Departments is kicking off its "Stop Poo-llution" campaign. FOX 10's Dominique Newland has the details.

Winter outlook: La Nina expected to emerge ahead of country's coldest season

NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center forecasters said they still expect a La Niña to develop during the fall and play a role in temperatures and precipitation trends across the country. However, the La Niña that develops is expected to be weak and short-lived, forecasters said.

A La Niña winter is expected: Here's what it means for NYC's snow outlook

The emergence of a La Niña weather pattern could have an impact on the types of winter weather conditions we see in the U.S., including NYC. Here's what to know.

Hurricane Milton impacts already-struggling Florida citrus industry

Federal data shows Florida’s citrus crop was struggling before Hurricane Milton, with the damage expected to further exacerbate the challenges that growers now face.

Biden sets 10-year deadline for US cities to replace lead pipes, make drinking water safer

The president announced the new regulation, which replaces a standard set forth by the Trump administration that did not include a universal requirement to replace lead pipes.

These are the greenest cities in the US, study shows

The study compared the 100 largest cities across 28 key "green" indicators to determine which cities engaged in cleaner, more sustainable habits to preserve the planet.

Valley Metro kicks off Rideshare Month
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Valley Metro is kicking its Rideshare Month, and all October long it will be celebrating with several different events. Rideshare Month encourages those who drive a car to choose an alternative commute such as carpooling or using public transit. Every time you take an alternative commute, you are asked to log those trips at sharetheride.com. You'll be be entered to win cool prizes.

New trees planted at Southwest West MEC Campus
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The Arizona Sustainability Alliance and Cox are coming together to plant trees at the Southwest West MEC Campus. FOX 10's Danielle Miller has more.

California AG sues ExxonMobil over alleged plastic recycling deception

California Attorney General Rob Bonta on Monday announced the filing of an unprecedented lawsuit against ExxonMobil for allegedly engaging in a 50-year campaign of deception that “caused and exacerbated the global plastics pollution crisis."

Crews clean up Dude Fire site in Tonto National Forest
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Several large corporations, a utility company and the U.S. Forest Service are teaming up to fix the forests of northern Arizona. They're focusing on where the devastating Dude Fire burned more than 30 years ago. FOX 10's Brian Webb has this story.

What is fracking? Harris addresses stance in CNN interview

The vice president explained where she stands on fracking during her interview Thursday night, which differs from what she once said in 2019.