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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

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Rain is falling harder in the US, Northwestern researchers find

November 3, 2022

Rain intensity has increased across the eastern two-thirds of the U.S., a trend that puts pressure on infrastructure and increases the risk of flooding, according to a recently published study by Northwestern...

On steps and in front of a statue, a large crowd mostly dressed in green-and-blue holds pro-nuclear signs. A speaker in all black stands at the podium.

Climate advocates, NU researchers promote clean energy to combat climate change

November 22, 2021

Climate advocacy groups, researchers and students in Illinois are at the forefront of a clean energy movement. They’re pushing for low-carbon energy sources and energy efficiency to slow the effects...

A piece of art depicting a landscape with a holographic globe layered on top.

“Anthro-obscene” exhibition explores climate change data, human impact

November 17, 2021

The wreckage of homes lies littered on a desolate highway. Tall piles of wood and broken concrete obscure a stormy grey sky. Palm trees curl over from high winds.  This is the landscape artist Stefan...

The Weekly: Week Two Recap

The Weekly: Week Two Recap

September 27, 2020

Students who tested positive for COVID-19 report delayed communication from the University regarding next steps, Northwestern climate scientists reflect on their research and COVID-19’s impact on climate...

Climate scientists at Northwestern discuss the misconceptions and effects of COVID-19 on the environment.

Despite speculation, Northwestern climate scientists say COVID-19 is not slowing climate change

September 23, 2020

With half the world’s population under lockdown restrictions due to COVID-19, some have observed improvements in air quality, cleaner waterways and the return of wildlife to populated areas. While some...

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