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The San Diego Union-Tribune - Environment

Record heat wave impacts people and animals in Japan and Korean Peninsula

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Rising temperatures could keep more flights from taking off on time

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42 horses seized from Julian animal sanctuary are ready to be adopted

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Divided federal appeals court says Trump administration was wrong to terminate climate funds

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This summer isn't breaking heat records — yet. Wait until El Nino kicks in, scientists say

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Leonardo DiCaprio and Jeff Bezos lead $200M project to save 100 of globe's most threatened species

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Firefighters scramble to contain fires outside Athens before winds and high temperatures return

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Fishing closures are becoming routine as record heat warms rivers in the US West

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Tiger shark caught off Massachusetts could be sign of warming waters

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Record low Danube levels push some countries in Eastern Europe to the brink of energy emergency

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Washington state fires destroy hundreds of buildings and force Spokane-area residents to evacuate

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In rural southern Illinois, a cattle farmer fights back against an emerging threat from above

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Three county parks will be closed due to August heat

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Big nuclear fusion project makes progress with components from San Diego's General Atomics

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UN, scientists warn that strong El Nino will add fuel to 'a planet already on fire'

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Arizona, California and Nevada would share cuts under federal proposal to manage the Colorado River

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Mountain lion spotted at least twice in Mission Trails Regional Park, sparking warnings

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Human-caused climate change made Spanish, French fires much more likely, scientists calculate

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Record-low Danube River affects tourism and industry as drought and heat grip Central Europe

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The Mediterranean's warming waters are drawing hundreds of invasive species

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Why renewable energy developer Avantus is betting on San Diego

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Wildfires near Bordeaux bring more troubles to France's wine industry

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After Venezuela's quakes, experts say environmental and health risks have just begun

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Wildfires are more extreme in Europe and North America, but global burning is oddly decreasing

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Forest Service proposes fee increases at popular sites in Cleveland National Forest

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San Diego Zoo's new Brazilian porcupine to join mom as wildlife ambassador

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Four decades after Chernobyl, a generational divide reshapes Italy's nuclear debate

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'No matter what you do, you can't put it out': Spanish firefighters describe record blaze

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As North America grapples with destructive wildfires, 'super' El Niño may offer hope

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What to know about the historic wildfires in France and Spain

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Days disrupted: 7 people around the world share how the Iran war has reshaped their lives

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Federal agency investigating after online video appears to show man kick sea lion at La Jolla Cove

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More than 200,000 people flee raging wildfires in France and Spain, some escaping by boat

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Virginia study on groundwater, data centers calls for tighter water regulations

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Brazil uses forensic science to trace gold's origin and tackle illegal mining in the Amazon

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Valley Center duck sanctuary founder charged with animal cruelty

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The feds no longer protect endangered species' habitats. States say they can't pick up the slack

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As water restrictions hit farmers, solar is making sense

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Last winter's extreme snow drought was a sign of the West's future, Colorado study finds

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Air purifier program restarts for people in South Bay affected by Tijuana River pollution

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Florida researchers bring endangered elkhorn coral ashore to protect them

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Need backup power? Automakers want you to look no further than their vehicles in your driveway

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Endangered right whales could wait almost a decade for new US protections

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From the Mexican border to Washington: A tiny Texas town fights Trump's wall plan

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As Lake Powell shrinks, marinas are having to adapt to dwindling water levels

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County warns plant sold at local Costco locations may contain invasive pests

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13 carmakers sign up for California EV rebate initiative

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Oystercatchers, known for sharp bills and beady eyes, are making a comeback thanks to conservation

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How to keep the air inside your home clean during wildfires

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Hydrogen sulfide readings in Tijuana River Valley show worsening trend. State bill targets outdated standard.

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As Trump buyouts shake offshore wind industry, states hope developers stay in the game

17 days ago

After years of silence, plan for polarizing Topgolf venue on San Diego Bay on path to approval

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Florida's coral is disappearing: How experts are restoring ailing reefs as the ocean warms

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US cancels automatic protections for imperiled animals as critics warn of extinctions

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Hundreds of caged birds seized during warrant search at Valley Center property

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Wildfire smoke from Canada and Minnesota pushes farther into the US and engulfs DC in haze

18 days ago

The US plans to auction off sections of water around American Samoa in a push for deep-sea mining

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Europe's early heat wave led to a spike in deaths, may have killed over 10,000

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No pollution fix, no deal: Officials warn renewal of international trade pact must be tied to solving crisis

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Play inside or out? How to manage poor air quality with kids

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Is it safe for dogs to be outside on smoky days? Researcher hunts for answers

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Need for speed? Driving above the speed limit costs you — and doesn't actually save much time

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Wildfire smoke makes air unhealthy from the US Midwest to East Coast. Officials say stay inside

19 days ago

What living in one of the world's hottest towns feels like

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Trump is taking longer to approve disaster aid and denying Democratic states more frequently

20 days ago

How to protect yourself from the bad air caused by wildfires

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UCSD surgeons perform first-of-its-kind operation on San Diego Safari Park gorilla

20 days ago

Heavy smoke from wildfires blankets the US Midwest and Northeast, prompting evacuations

20 days ago

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance fills two executive jobs

21 days ago

Battery bank or generator? How to choose the best backup power for your home during an outage

22 days ago

War and economic crisis complicate efforts to protect Iran's rich but endangered wildlife

22 days ago

Busy wildfire season tests US fire bosses as they juggle resources to stay ahead

22 days ago

For the first time in more than 25 years, the San Diego Zoo has baby binturongs

22 days ago

China's 'Green Great Wall' tames desert growth, but scientists warn the fight is not over

22 days ago

Keystone Pipeline system's operator agrees to pay a $26.9M penalty over a major Kansas oil spill

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East County solar and battery project gets Planning Commission nod

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California scientists develop way to forecast when coastal landslides are imminent

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Meteorologists warn week ahead in US will have dangerous temps: 'Heat is not to be played with'

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UCSD's Birch Aquarium drew record 603,670 guests over the past year

26 days ago

UC San Diego develops way to forecast when coastal landslides are imminent

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El Nino powers up as forecasters predict historic strength and a rainier winter for the US South

27 days ago

Rare group of western spotted skunks returned to the wild after rehabbing in Ramona

27 days ago

Specialty farmers adapt harvests, protect crops in face of extreme heat

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Port to move forward with electric truck hub in National City

29 days ago

Wildfire forces Tour de France to ban fans from stage finale as parts of Europe sizzle again

29 days ago

Could a fertilizer breakthrough spark the next Green Revolution?

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San Diego's General Atomics gets $20M to advance fusion energy in California

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Fire shelters are a key defense for firefighters. But they don't guarantee survival

1 month ago

Heat adds to strains on areas with data centers, raising the temperature on AI debates

1 month ago

What to know about fireworks and the risk of wildfires this July 4

1 month ago

A marine heat wave caused seabird deaths off California. El Nino could worsen the die-off

1 month ago

Did the milk expire? California bans 'sell by' food labels to cut food waste

1 month ago

Trump administration seeks to stomp out all fires quickly, reviving policy that has been discredited

1 month ago

How to stay cool in a heat wave even without air conditioning

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San Diego Community Power CEO goes on leave; few details released

1 month ago

What makes a 'heat dome' and what does it mean?

1 month ago

Greece bets on space technology to contain wildfires in a global first

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Greece is paying fishermen to catch toxic toadfish invading the warming Mediterranean

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Europe's extreme heat would be impossible without climate change, scientists say

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Utah declares a state of emergency and restricts fireworks as US largest wildfire grows

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