What they are: Green algae (Chlorophyta) are diverse photosynthetic organisms found in freshwater, marine, and even terrestrial habitats, forming the base of many aquatic food webs. Why they matter: ...

Their results, published in the journal Science Advances, suggest algae could be part of a brighter, more sustainable future.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – During the summer, algae in Lake Tahoe is a hot topic. While these tiny organisms are a natural part of Tahoe’s aquatic ecosystem, algae can become a harmful algal bloom, or ...

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - As the water in our lakes, rivers, and ponds warms this season, the dangers of blue-green algae may make itself known. But what is this microorganism? “Blue-green algae are ...

Two Westchester County-regulated beaches on Mohegan Lake in northern Westchester are closed until further notice because of a harmful algae bloom, the county health department said on Tuesday, June 10 ...

State environmental officials have confirmed mats of the "hairy green" algae in the lake this year, including a 55-acre site ...

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Every summer, a number of Rhode Island waterbodies are closed due to the presence of harmful algae blooms. This algae poses a health risk to people and pets, but there are ...

It looked like something out of an apocalyptic movie. Over the past few weeks, droves of sick and dying sea animals have been washing up along the coast of Southern California, including beaches in ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. PROVO, Utah (KTVX) — With the warmer months ...

Whether you're new to the Treasure Coast or just started paying attention to the water pollution crisis, this explanation of Lake Okeechobee discharges will help you understand this vast, complex and ...

Imagine a sea of glowing blue lights pulsing to the beat of the music. But instead of glow sticks filled with toxic chemicals ...

SLOATSBURG, N.Y.-- Popular swimming lakes in Hudson Valley counties are shut down due to unsafe levels of algae. Talk about a summer bummer. Lake Welch Beach in Rockland County, which has room for ...