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The consumer carbon tax is gone. How will that affect Canada's emissions?
The federal government has ended its carbon pricing for consumers. But what did the carbon tax and rebate actually do for the climate? And now that it's gone, what impact will that have on emissions? Here's a closer look.
Scientists brought to tears by huge loss of U.S. butterflies
Scientists calculated just how much U.S. butterfly populations have declined in the past 20 years. The results brought some scientists to tears, and have them warning about dire implications for other species – not just in the U.S.
New bans target PFAS in clothing. Here's how to avoid exposure
There's less toxic PFAS, or 'forever chemicals,' in raincoats and other products sold in Canada, thanks to new rules elsewhere. But where is PFAS still found? What are the rules here anyway? Should you throw out your old Gore-Tex jacket? And what should you do to avoid products with PFAS?
Cities trim beef, add veggies for the climate
Toronto, Montreal and even many smaller cities across Canada are serving less beef and more plant-based options through events such as festivals and services such as shelters and rec centres. It's part of an effort to fight climate change.
We're being nudged to eat meat. What if the tables were turned?
Restaurants, events and even hospitals generally offer meat as the default meal option. What if they nudged us to make healthier choices for our bodies and the planet instead? Some hospitals, universities and other groups are doing just that.
A NASA spacecraft scooped rubble from an asteroid. Here's what was inside
Scientists have finally had a close look at the rubble collected by a spacecraft from the asteroid Bennu. Here's what they found inside and what it could tell us about the origin of life on Earth.
How powerful Santa Ana winds are supercharging the L.A. wildfires
Deadly and destructive wildfires are tearing through the Los Angeles area, and powerful winds are literally fanning the flames. Here's how wind is making the wildfires more dangerous and harder to fight.
Huge hummingbird, 'starry night' gecko among new species of 2024
It's the time of year when scientific organizations take a look back at some of the most amazing new animals, plants, fungi and other species they discovered in the past 12 months. Here are a few of their coolest finds, from the world's biggest hummingbird to a gecko that looks like a van Gogh painting.
Could tariffs fight climate change?
Tariffs are a hot topic these days. But could they help cool the planet? Many countries are discussing carbon tariffs or carbon border adjustments as a way to protect their competitiveness while fighting climate change. Here's a closer look.
Canada's cities are losing up to 19 days of winter
Cities around the world, including in Canada, have lost weeks' worth of winter ski, skate and snow days each year due to climate change. They've been replaced by dozens of days of rain, melt and mud, a new analysis finds.