Lightning ignited two wildland fires on the Colorado Plateau near the Grand Canyon in July 2025 that grew to become large and disruptive.
Fires Rage in Arizona
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Toxic Algae Releases Chemicals to Suppress Competitors
An alga that threatens freshwater ecosystems and is toxic to vertebrates has a sneaky way of ensuring its success: It suppresses the growth of algal competitors by releasing chemicals that deprive them of a vital vitamin.
Unprecedented Acidification Ahead for Corals in Hawaiʻi Waters
Across the globe, oceans are acidifying as they absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, threatening coral reefs and many other marine organisms.
Study Suggests Natural Areas May Acquire too Little Nitrogen to Repair Climate
A new study indicates that forests, prairies and other natural areas around the globe acquire less nitrogen than previously estimated.
From 0 to 100 in 12 Minutes – Roadmap for Lithium-Sulfur Batteries
International study highlights potential of fast-charging lithium-sulfur batteries for e-mobility and the energy transition.
Cool Course: a Systems Approach to Climate Change
Climate change can make weather events more extreme—from droughts and wildfires to heat waves and major storms.
