What is net-zero living and why experts say it’s worth it

Aiming to reach a goal of net-zero for all is a stretch, but there are feasible ways for you to reduce your greenhouse gas emissions just by making changes in your own home and behavior.

How to reduce your carbon footprint: Practical tips for day-to-day life

Here are some easy choices people can make in their day-to-day lives that can reduce one’s carbon footprint — many of which require little or no extra cost.

Recovering from historic Chehalis River flood
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Recovery from historic flooding has been slow for some communities in Lewis and Thurston counties. They?re still feeling the impacts of the destruction caused by a massive overflow from the Chehalis River in January 2022.

Russian invasion changes crucial PNW salmon project plans

Russia’s attack on Ukraine is having ripple effects across the world, including a multi-million dollar salmon research project that scientists hope will unlock key answers for the Pacific Northwest.

Snohomish River floods area roads
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Communities in Snohomish County are grateful for a break in the rainfall. The Snohomish River is expected to crest tonight, but it's already causing moderate flooding on roads right now.

UN report on climate change: Urgent action needed to secure a 'liveable' future

A new UN report to guide leaders in their efforts to curb climate change warns the world is going to get sicker, hungrier, poorer and more dangerous in the next 18 years.

Fishing closed in Olympic National Park rivers to protect steelhead populations

The National Parks Service announced that recreational fishing will be closed for all Olympic National Park rivers in an effort to wild steelhead populations. 

Biden: Infrastructure law to give $1B toward Great Lakes pollution cleanup

The infrastructure law will dedicate $1 billion toward Great Lakes cleanup and restoration, impacting several U.S. sites that have been deemed “areas of concern” for years.

US sea levels will rise rapidly in the next 30 years, report warns

A federal report warns that America's coasts will be hit hard by ever faster sea level rise between now and the year 2050.

Elephant tusk DNA helps crack down on poaching

A new study suggests that as few as three major criminal groups are responsible for smuggling the vast majority of elephant ivory tusks out of Africa.

Koalas listed as endangered species in parts of Australia

Koalas inhabiting the states of New South Wales, Queensland and the Australian Capital Territory will be listed as endangered, according to the Australian Government.

Tribes press governor, AG’s office for answers after years-long investigation into tribal fishermen

The Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians is calling on Governor Inslee and/or Attorney General Bob Ferguson to investigate the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, and Ferguson’s office after a 5+ year investigation and prosecution of two Tulalip fishermen that ended with charges being tossed out.

Scientists deploy buoy in Puget Sound to measure noise, risks to orcas

Scientists aboard the King County research vessel ‘SoundGuardian’ Tuesday deployed a buoy that will monitor underwater noise in Puget Sound – which poses risks to our southern resident orca population.