Paige Bennett

Climate Change Degrades Nutritional Value of Crops, Study Finds - EcoWatch

Climate change is decreasing crops' nutritional value, in addition to the stress crops experience from extreme heat, drought and flooding.

River Seine in Paris Reopens for Public Swimming for the First Time in 100 Years - EcoWatch

After more than a century, a ban on swimming in Paris' River Seine has been lifted as the water is deemed clean and safe enough.

Higher Levels of PFAS Found in Waterways Downstream From Wastewater Treatment Plants: Report

A new report finds that 95% of sampling sites downstream from wastewater treatment plants had higher concentrations of multiple PFAS.

The Best Early Amazon Prime Day Deals We’ve Seen All Happen to Be Under $25—and at Risk of Selling Out

Prime Day 2025 deals are arriving early, with big deals on products in the home, kitchen, storage, garden, and cleaning categories. Check out the best early Prime Day deals under $25.

Threatened Heath Fritillary Butterflies See Major Population Increase in England

The population of heath fritillary butterflies, one of the rarest butterflies in the UK, is rising after a sunny spring and improved habitats.

Water Contaminant Levels Can Remain High for Eight Years After a Wildfire, Study Finds

Wildfire pollutants can continue to contaminate local waterways for up to eight years after a wildfire event, scientists are warning.

China Solar and Wind Installations Break More World Records

China is leading the world in new solar and wind installations, and saw a decline in carbon emissions for the first time in May.

EV and Heat Pump Sales in the UK Are Higher Than Ever: CCC Report

The UK is making strong progress on reducing emissions, particularly with higher electric vehicle and heat pump sales, according to the CCC.

Environmental Groups Successfully Petition Alabama to Update Water Toxicity Standards - EcoWatch

A group of conservation organizations has successfully petitioned Alabama to update the state's water toxicity standards for 12 pollutants.

Largest Floating Solar Farm in Europe Begins Operations

A new solar farm, Les Îlots Blandin, is now operational in Perthes, France and is currently the largest floating solar farm in Europe.

7 Common Electric Fireplace Problems and How to Fix Them

Is your electric fireplace acting up? Troubleshoot seven of the most common electric fireplace problems with this guide.

Conservationists Release Turtle Doves in England After 98% Decline in Mating Pairs Since the 1970s

Conservationists in England are releasing hundreds of turtle doves this summer to try to boost the population.

Transform Your Backyard from Unruly to Organized With This Under-$175 Storage Shed

Looking for a place to keep your lawn mower, weed wacker, pool toys, bike, and more? Check out the Aoxun 6.2’ x 4’ Outdoor Storage Shed, which is available at Amazon for just $160.

Fireplace Remote Control Not Working? 5 Common Issues and How to Fix Them

Is your fireplace remote control not working? Find out five common reasons why it won’t fire up the fireplace, plus tips on how to fix the issue.

3 Years Could Be Left to Limit Warming to 1.5 Degrees, Scientists Warn

Leading climate scientists are warning that the world could have just three years left to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius.

11 Cooling Sheets That Won’t Leave You Sweating This Summer—and They’re All on Sale at Amazon

This summer is looking to be a hot one. Stay cool and save big on these hot deals on cooling bed sheets made with bamboo, viscose, Tencel, cotton, and microfiber, all available on Amazon. Sheet sets start at just $25.

Discarded Clothing by UK Fast Fashion Brands Found in Protected Wetlands in Ghana: Report

A new report has revealed discarded clothing by UK brands such as Marks & Spencer, George at Asda and Next in a protected wetland of Ghana.

Trying to find the best coffee syrup to buy in vanilla flavor: REVIEW

I tried vanilla syrups from Torani, Monin, DaVinci, and Portland Syrups to find the best one to add to my coffee for extra flavor.

Are Sharks and Rays Using Offshore Wind Farms as Habitats?

Wageningen University & Research scientists have confirmed regular activity by sharks and rays at offshore wind farms around the Netherlands.

Pacific Island Nations Announce Plans for Indigenous-Led Melanesian Ocean Reserve, a World First

Solomon Islands and Vanuatu governments have announced the first Indigenous-led multinational ocean reserve, the Melanesian Ocean Reserve