KC Climate
Hunting for Hot Spots in Kansas City’s Climate
Kansas City volunteers are part of a nationwide effort to map “heat islands” in cities where temperatures can be nearly 10 degrees higher than surrounding areas.
‘Big and Bold’ Infrastructure Bill Falls Short on Helping States Fight Climate Change
Critics who wanted to see a greater focus on advancing climate action and equity for disadvantaged communities say the infrastructure spending bill comes up short, or even worsens, progress toward those goals.
Solar Settlers: 1,000-mile American Solar Challenge Sets Off Along Santa Fe Trail
College students from around the world are competing in the American Solar Challenge, a design competition and car race from Independence, Missouri, to Santa Fe, New Mexico, nearly 1,000 miles away.
Powell Gardens’ Festival of Butterflies Brings New Life to the Metro
Powell Gardens has brought together a host of exotic critters for the 24th annual Festival of Butterflies. The event brings attention to pollination and the life cycle of the butterfly.
Missouri Finally Mining Untapped Potential With Move Toward Renewable Energy
After years spent lagging behind its neighbors in renewable energy production, Missouri may finally be on the cusp of a green makeover of its power grid.