climate

Millions of Americans are feeling the effects of this summer's heat waves, which scientists tell us are made worse by climate change. The extreme heat is most miserable and dangerous in cities, and especially in the most developed areas of cities that lack trees and open space. That's according to a new analysis of temperature data in 44 U.S. cities, including Charlotte and Raleigh.

Tuesday's temperature hit the upper 80s and low 90s across the Carolinas, giving us a preview of things to come this spring and summer. As average global temperatures rise with climate change, so do the number of dangerously high heat days. And with that comes health risks, especially for those with health problems and people who work outdoors or in hot environments.

Putting more electric vehicles on the roads is a critical strategy in the fight against climate change. And at least for now, that means more cars powered by lithium-ion batteries. With demand for lithium already skyrocketing, the question is: Where will it come from?

Charlotte hit a climate milestone with the start of spring Monday: For the first time since record-keeping began, not even a trace of snow fell on the city this winter.

Hot temperatures and a lack of rainfall are spreading drought conditions across many parts of North Carolina, and farmers in the state are feeling the impact.

The future of North Carolina's energy system has been up for debate this week as state leaders discuss the best way to shift away from fossil fuels — and how fast to do it. With global temperatures rising and weather patterns changing, the question is an important one not just for North Carolina, but for the planet. But there's lots of disagreement. WFAE climate reporter David Boraks joins "All Things Considered" host Gwendolyn Glenn to talk about this week's legislative and administrative actions and what they could mean for the state's energy business.

North Carolina environmental group Clean Air Carolina is relaunching and rebranding as CleanAIRE NC to focus on climate change and environmental justice.

For the first time since 2012, a substantial part of North Carolina entered the first stages of drought this month, including Mecklenburg County.North…

The world’s thirst for more energy has led us down the path to climate change. Some politicians have said that alternatives to fossil fuels may help us…