Clothes that fight climate change: Researchers test aprons that capture CO2 from air
The cotton aprons are treated with a solution that allows the clothing to capture CO2 from the air and then release it as nutrition for plants.
The cotton aprons are treated with a solution that allows the clothing to capture CO2 from the air and then release it as nutrition for plants.
Hotter nights due to climate change will cost us sleep, study suggests
By the year 2099, hotter “suboptimal temperatures” may reduce sleep by 50 to 58 hours per person each year, according to a new study of adults from around the world.
By the year 2099, hotter “suboptimal temperatures” may reduce sleep by 50 to 58 hours per person each year, according to a new study of adults from around the world.
Recent volcano eruption beneath Pacific Ocean continues 'Sharkcano' fame
Sharks were found living in the active crater in 2015, but volcanologists say life near volcanoes is not uncommon.
Sharks were found living in the active crater in 2015, but volcanologists say life near volcanoes is not uncommon.
Thousands of volunteers participate in 'One Seattle Day of Service'
Thousands of volunteers participated in One Seattle Day of Service, a city-wide spring-cleaning event, Saturday morning.
Thousands of volunteers participated in One Seattle Day of Service, a city-wide spring-cleaning event, Saturday morning.
Harris to announce $500 million school bus rebate program to replace diesel with electric, low emissions buses
The vice president will announce the Clean School Bus rebate program - part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law - from a high school in Virginia.
The vice president will announce the Clean School Bus rebate program - part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law - from a high school in Virginia.
Trailhead Direct shuttle returns Memorial Day weekend for hiking enthusiasts
For outdoor enthusiasts looking to hit some Seattle-area trails, a King County service is returning again this year to shuttle hikers to trails.
For outdoor enthusiasts looking to hit some Seattle-area trails, a King County service is returning again this year to shuttle hikers to trails.
WDFW: Invasive green crabs found in Hood Canal, 'furthest south' they have been detected
Invasive European green crabs first detected on the Washington coast have now been found as far inland as Hood Canal, officials say.
Invasive European green crabs first detected on the Washington coast have now been found as far inland as Hood Canal, officials say.
Kitsap Transit to break ground on new transit center in Silverdale
Governor Jay Inslee and Nuria Fernandez, head of the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), participated in a groundbreaking ceremony for Kitsap Transit's new Silverdale Transit Center (STC) Thursday.
Governor Jay Inslee and Nuria Fernandez, head of the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), participated in a groundbreaking ceremony for Kitsap Transit's new Silverdale Transit Center (STC) Thursday.
Experts warn that drought will impact Northwest this summer
Drought is expected to impact much of the Pacific Northwest this summer, including areas in eastern Washington, southern Oregon and southern Idaho, according to climatology and water officials.
Drought is expected to impact much of the Pacific Northwest this summer, including areas in eastern Washington, southern Oregon and southern Idaho, according to climatology and water officials.
Scientists seek new monitoring systems as Snohomish County volcano is at 'very high' threat of eruption
Glacier Peak in Snohomish County, Washington is currently at a "very high" threat for eruption -- the top classification of threat levels, according to federal scientists.
Glacier Peak in Snohomish County, Washington is currently at a "very high" threat for eruption -- the top classification of threat levels, according to federal scientists.
Outer Loop of Five Mile Drive closing to vehicles permanently for safety
Metro Parks Tacoma is closing the Outer Loop of Five Mile Drive in Point Defiance Park to all motorized traffic starting on Friday to prevent slope damage and threat to public safety.
Metro Parks Tacoma is closing the Outer Loop of Five Mile Drive in Point Defiance Park to all motorized traffic starting on Friday to prevent slope damage and threat to public safety.
Noise pollution harms endangered orcas, scientists are rushing to find solutions
Scientists are rushing to learn more information about noise pollution in our local waters, while more vessels are projected to travel the Salish Sea in the coming years.
Scientists are rushing to learn more information about noise pollution in our local waters, while more vessels are projected to travel the Salish Sea in the coming years.
Less pollution leads to more cyclones in the Atlantic Ocean, study finds
Researchers analyzed 40 years of tropical cyclone data and found the opposite effect is happening in the Pacific Ocean
Researchers analyzed 40 years of tropical cyclone data and found the opposite effect is happening in the Pacific Ocean
Woodland Park Zoo moving at-risk birds inside as bird flu spreads in Washington
Officials at the Woodland Park Zoo are moving their at risk birds inside to keep them safe from the bird flu that is spreading across western Washington.
Officials at the Woodland Park Zoo are moving their at risk birds inside to keep them safe from the bird flu that is spreading across western Washington.
James Cromwell, 'Succession' actor, glues hand to Starbucks counter to protest vegan milk charges
James Cromwell, an 82-year-old actor and activist, superglued his hand to a Starbucks counter to protest the chain’s extra charge for plant-based milk alternatives.
James Cromwell, an 82-year-old actor and activist, superglued his hand to a Starbucks counter to protest the chain’s extra charge for plant-based milk alternatives.
Research on noise pollution in Puget Sound underway
Work to track underwater noise pollution continues of Puget Sound as endangered southern resident orcas continue to struggle.
Work to track underwater noise pollution continues of Puget Sound as endangered southern resident orcas continue to struggle.
WA has 50 dams in ‘poor’ condition that need repairs
A small earthen dam in Stevens County that was rated the worst in the state in 2016 had a slightly improved condition when it was re-inspected in 2021, according to an analysis released this week by The Associated Press.
A small earthen dam in Stevens County that was rated the worst in the state in 2016 had a slightly improved condition when it was re-inspected in 2021, according to an analysis released this week by The Associated Press.
Grid operators warn of electricity shortage amid switch to renewables: Report
The issue is on the rise throughout the country as many traditional and nuclear power plants are being retired.
The issue is on the rise throughout the country as many traditional and nuclear power plants are being retired.
Saving salmon: How a tribe, governments and nonprofits came together to rescue an estuary
The Skokomish estuary was a far cry from its natural self in 2007, when the Skokomish Tribe began work to return the land to its natural use. More than a decade later, roads, culverts and dams have been removed, and salmon habitat is returning.
The Skokomish estuary was a far cry from its natural self in 2007, when the Skokomish Tribe began work to return the land to its natural use. More than a decade later, roads, culverts and dams have been removed, and salmon habitat is returning.
Saving PNW salmon may involve saving another fish too, scientists say
Hundreds of millions of dollars have gone into salmon recovery, and more work is needed. Now, scientists are asking the question: Could saving a smaller, less recognizable fish, be one of the keys to their recovery?
Hundreds of millions of dollars have gone into salmon recovery, and more work is needed. Now, scientists are asking the question: Could saving a smaller, less recognizable fish, be one of the keys to their recovery?