When thousands of Skittles are spilled onto a Wisconsin highway, a common practice of cattle farmers is revealed: Some farmers feed their cows candy.

A megadrought, which can last more than three decades, is increasingly likely in the region due to climate change.

Meet LeeAnne Walters, the Flint mother fighting for clean water in her community and elsewhere. For her efforts, she won the Goldman Environmental Prize.

A new study finds dramatic benefits locally from shutting down coal plants.

The 1.3-megawatt array covers about 10 acres in Plains, Georgia.

These small-scale solar systems can bring communities impacted by the bushfires and flooding back online in as little as a day.

When it comes to aviation accidents, bad weather and human error are often to blame.

These five strategies may help you beat jet lag and sleepless hotel nights when you travel on vacation.

The Swedish 'flygskam' translates as 'flight shame' — and it seems to be working.

IEA report calculates the promise of wind energy in the coming years, and it's immense.

Grandma's chicken soup has got nothing on these miraculous broths.

Whatever your intent, the statistics show you're probably only using those reusable bags once.

A wave in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Cape Mendocino is one of the tallest waves ever recorded.

The American coot is not as boring as it looks. These ducks are hiding some rather mischievous behavior under that boring veneer.

Startling new research suggests that dark energy might be nothing more than a simple measurement mistake.

The volcanic eruption of Vesuvius in A.D. 79 was so intense it turned one man's brain into glass.

The object 'Oumuamua may have been tumbling through interstellar space for billions of years, scientists say.

It might mean that spiders possess an extraordinary kind of consciousness.

Scientists say the parasitic blob H. salminicola doesn't need to breathe.

Many amphibians are biofluorescent and researchers have several ideas why the trait evolved.

Narwhals use their tusks for a number of different tasks, but scientists think they've found the most important one.

It looks like nothing else ever seen on Earth, but the bizarre 'Tully Monster' is still waiting on a definitive classification.

Figuring out the precise brightness of the moon will help with more accurate satellite views.

The country aims to source 100% of its power from renewable sources by 2030.

Fire-created thunderstorms, "ember attacks," high winds and fire clouds are all a part of the intense fires down under.

Most people think showering once a day is the norm, but here's why it might be healthier to skip a day or two.

Walking outside is having a moment, helping us clear our heads of coronavirus worries and breathe some fresh air.

Solar towers, a sun-powered renewable energy source, offer plenty of advantages.

The similarities between coronavirus and climate change are many. It's just the time scale that's different.

The 'City of Light' announces plan to produce 50 percent of its energy from algae.

The BIQ House is a 15-unit net-zero energy algae-powered apartment complex clad with an algae-filled bio-adaptive shell.

Finally, a clever use for marine algae that appeals to both Danish mer-folk and lovers of Scandinavian design.

It's nontoxic, time-lapse ink that you see ... and then you don't see ... and then you see again.

We may owe our very existence to microscopic organisms that forever altered the food web.

You've heard of oysters that make pearls, but what about seaweed that makes opals?

You may not realize it, but seaweed is utterly essential to our world.

You don't have to spend a lot or travel far to reap the awesome benefits of wonder.

These scientifically proven ways show how pets make you healthier and happier.

Add an extra dose of whimsy and bliss to your big day with a rambunctious pile of rescue puppies.

An arctic animal that typically spends its days lounging on pack ice came ashore on the southern coast of Washington this summer.

While not practical for everyday wear, these 'fat plant' manicures from Roz Borg of Arozona Living are sure to spark a conversation.

These bioluminescent gnat larvae fool their prey by beautifully imitating the night sky inside of caves.

Bust out your ugly Christmas sweater, cast off your inhibitions, and swallow your pride. It's tacky holiday sweater season.

The electric pressure cooker is taking home cooks by storm, and it's good for creating hot meals quickly on a cold day.

Don't buy popular rice cauliflower at the store when it's so easy to make it yourself.

When it's cold outside or you don't feel well, it's the perfect time for soup. Here are several recipes to try.

Forget waiting an hour for it to cook in the oven, these perfectly baked sweet potatoes with creative toppings take minutes in the microwave.

Everything you need to know about the Vidalia onion, one of Georgia's most popular exports.

Cohousing isn't just a place to live, it's an intentional community.

Your beautiful blooms will look fresh longer if you add a little perk-me-up in their vase.