New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo drew a comparison between Hurricane Sandy and Hurricane Katrina, claiming that the October superstorm was "more impactful" in many wa

The treated lumber found in 30 of the New Orleans homes built by Brad Pitt's green rebuilding nonprofit, Make It Right, is prematurely decaying.

These violent storms both frighten us and fascinate us, and there's a lot you may not know about them.

The severity of two big winter storms from 2010 are compared, stat by stat. Which one emerges as the true snow storm of the year?

Extreme winds have damaged the roof over the Wrigley Field press box in addition to other buildings in the area.

An extremely dangerous storm is slicing toward northwestern Alaska and is expected to bring blizzard conditions and hurricane-strength winds to the state's west

A blizzard's snow and ice can knock out power and cause big problems. These tips will ensure that you're ready for the worst.

To say 2011 has been a wild weather year would be a huge understatement. From tornadoes to floods to wildfires, weather records were set across the United State

A "perfect recipe" for snow hit the Pacific Northwest today, one meteorologist said, bringing nearly a winter's worth of snow to Seattle in a matter of hours.

Six more weeks of winter, eh? The bizarre weather outside is more like spring, with a blizzard in Denver and tornado warnings and watches elsewhere all in the s

Thanks to arctic air from the north and a dip in the jet stream, superstorm Sandy has gotten stronger and is now a snowstorm on top of a hurricane and post-trop

After sweeping through the Midwest the day after Christmas, a winter storm is expected to dump two feet of snow in the Northeast.

The blizzard that pounded the southern Plains states added to the snow the area received just days ago.

There are many different types of snow and various names for how wind and air temperature affect it. How many can you name?

In a push to save money and lives this winter, four U.S. states are dispatching smart snowplows.

If you're dreaming of a white Christmas, these photos of snow-covered nature from all around the world might do the trick.

East Coast folks: Stock up on munchies, get those prescriptions filled and get ready to hunker down for the next day or two.

The lauded structure is bustling with activity as a whopper of a winter storm approaches.

Tian Tian the giant panda from the Smithsonian National Zoo had a grand time rolling around in the snow dropped by Winter Storm Jonas.

They make for winter wonderlands, but snowstorms can be dangerous and disruptive events. We take a look at storms that hit the East Coast hard.

Research suggests that man's best friend has learned to capitalize on our preference for big, sad eyes.

If you run into trouble in the great outdoors, your rescue could come with a hefty price tag — but it all depends on where you are.

From aiding search-and-rescue missions to lending a shoulder to cry on, man's best friend can often be found at the site of tragedy.

These burrowing rodents build their own towns, they help the environment, and they even talk about us.

The cat-carried parasite Toxoplasma gondi has been associated with a variety of illnesses, but you can take simple precautions.

Chimp Haven sanctuary has new open-air corral for climbing, playing and exploring.

Constitution Lakes Nature Preserve is home to a unique art walk dotted with visitor-made pieces constructed entirely from found objects.

We've rounded up some adorable wombat photos and some surprising facts about the wombat.

Synesthetes can taste sounds, smell colors or see scents, and research proves these people experience reality differently.

The light from the moon influences more than you might suspect, including animal behavior and farming.

The annual Perseid meteor shower will peak around Aug. 12 this year.

Martian water would be vital for human visitors, and it's also an important clue in our search for signs of alien life.

More and more charities say they have been helped by these 'pint-sized philanthropists' who are choosing to give rather than receive.

Acoustic engineer Trevor Cox is on a mission to identify the most wondrous sounds on Earth.

To help eliminate the perilous process of collecting potable water in Ethiopian villages, Italian architects design a water vapor-collecting tower.

We all know there's too much plastic making its way into the environment; here's an innovative solution to a seemingly intractable problem.

How to help provide people on every continent with food that is safe, affordable, and sustainable for people and planet.

For decades, Proenneke lived in a handmade cabin at Alaska's Twin Lakes; his writings and films have left a legacy.

The folk hero planted many an apple tree, but not for the reasons you might think.

The brewery in New York state uses local energy, grows its own ingredients, composts – and even more.

With Earth Day now behind us, it’s time to take another look at the steps we are taking to be a more sustainable company.

By working together, we can address food production and recycling, as well as other pressing issues in the product supply chain

Walmart's recent partnership with Plug Power is helping the company meet its three major sustainability goals.

High-tech water filters are wonderful. But what if you could go DIY, using just a piece of wood?

BSR focuses on a company’s national business operations and global supply chain from both environmental and social perspectives.

As the largest domestic hunger relief organization, Feeding America manages 200 food banks that distribute food to 60,000 agencies.

Collaboration is the key as Walmart works with some of the world's largest corporations to address global sustainability challenges.

Meet the leaders of the maker movement, the bright entrepreneurs paving the way for the age of homespun inventions.

Hoping to better protect loggerheads, scientists get creative in finding a way to track the years that baby turtles spend in the ocean.

The “Walmart Advanced Vehicle Experience” concept truck aims to demonstrate a wide range of cutting-edge technologies and designs.