Ben Tracy

The one with Martin Scorsese

Martin Scorsese on the importance of film restoration The Oscar-winning filmmaker helped create the Film Foundation, dedicated to helping studios and archives preserve motion pictures for future generations, as well as restore classics in danger of disappearing forever.

The one with the windows that are "smart"

Smart window technology marks new tool to combat climate change Energy-saving smart windows, which include a microscopic coating connected to computer chips, can help buildings use less electricity for heating and cooling. Ben Tracy has more.

The one about the bees and how to keep them from dying:

Hope for threatened bee population and global food supply One-third of all food grown in the U.S. depends on bees for pollination. With bee hives collapsing in a time of climate change, a vaccine breakthrough gives scientists hope for saving an animal crucial to the human food chain. Ben Tracy reports.

The one with the food additives allowed in the US but banned in Europe:

FDA hasn't reviewed some food additives in decades Some chemicals and additives that are allowed in the U.S. have been banned in other countries over health concerns. Many of the chemicals and additives haven't been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration in decades. Ben Tracy takes a look.

The one with the giant whales and even bigger ships:

New technology helps avoid whale-ship collisions An estimated 80 endangered whales are killed by ship strikes every year off the United States' West Coast. A program called Whale Safe hopes to dramatically reduce that number. Ben Tracy reports.

The one where NASA turns its eyes in the sky back on Earth:

NASA focuses 5 new missions on gathering data about climate change Most people associate NASA with space shuttles, rovers and telescopes. But now it's putting into orbit satellites and powerful radars with the mission of collecting data back here on the surface of the planet. This data could give us unprecedented understanding of the impacts of climate change. Ben....

The one where Wall Street sees dollars in the drought:

Wall Street investment firms buy up rights to scarce water throughout the West The Colorado River supplies water to 40 million people throughout the west but its once-mighty flow is shrinking due to a megadrought. Some western farmers and regional officials are concerned about the possibility of "water speculation" igniting a new round of conflict in a time of changing climate...

The one about cement...the second most used substance on Earth:

Start-up hopes to eliminate carbon emissions from global cement market The production of cement is responsible for around 8% of global CO2 emissions. That is roughly equal to all the passenger cars on the planet and more than double what commercial aviation emits. Ben Tracy reports.

The one with how when it rains in California...it pours:

Will California storms help break historic drought? California has been pummeled by extreme weather for days. But will the deluge help break the West's historic drought? Ben Tracey takes a look.

The one with all the rain and snow:

California storms put dent in long-running drought All the rain hitting California this week is only making a dent in the state's historic drought. Part of the problem is that the state doesn't have the infrastructure to store the rainwater, and most of it will end up in the Pacific Ocean. Ben Tracy has more.

The one where the seas keep rising:

Climate change impacts on U.S. coastlines A new NASA report says sea levels along U.S. coastlines are expected to rise as much as 12 inches by 2050, and by the end of the century 13 million Americans could be displaced and $1 trillion worth of property inundated. Correspondent Ben Tracy looks at how residents of North Carolina's Barrier Isl...

The one with the awards show that has a green carpet:

Prince William rewards climate work in Earthshot award cermony At a star-studded ceremony in Boston, Prince William highlights and rewards the climate work done by non-profits all over the world. Ben Tracy has more.

The one with all sorts of everyday products made from planet warming pollution:

Chicago-based startup in running for global Earthshot Prize hosted by Prince William A U.S. company has found a way to collect carbon emissions and recycle them to be used in everything from plastic to clothing fabric, and it's earned them a royal spotlight. Ben Tracy has more.

The one where pollution becomes a party dress:

Trailer for "Harry and Meghan" docuseries released as Prince William and Kate tour Boston The fanfare over Prince William and his wife Catherine's first visit to the U.S. in eight years comes just as Netflix released a preview of its new docuseries "Harry and Meghan." The Prince and Princess of Wales are in Boston to hand out their Earthshot Prize. Ben Tracy has the details.

The one with the Prince and Princess:

William and Kate, prince and princess of Wales, stay busy on Boston visit The prince and princess of Wales are visiting Boston to promote their environmental initiative, and are using the opportunity to boost the royal family's public image. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy joins Errol Barnett and Elaine Quijano with more on their trip, a...

The one with the Prime Minister of Bangladesh:

Nations debate climate reparations at COP27 At the United Nations COP27 climate conference in Egypt, world leaders are asking if wealthy nations that emit the most greenhouse gasses should pay poor ones to compensate for their losses and damage caused by the warming planet.

The one with some updates on the big UN Climate Conference and a new report about climate change impacts in the US:

Pres. Biden to travel to Egypt for U.N. COP27 conference; reparations for devastation caused by climate change on the agenda Watch "Pres. Biden to travel to Egypt for U.N. COP27 conference; reparations for devastation caused by climate change on the agenda", a video on CBSNews.com. View more videos and watch CBS News, a live news stream featuring original CBS News reporting.

The one with the inspiring climate activist who won't let her face or continent be erased:

Climate activist Vanessa Nakate shines spotlight on Africa at COP27 in Egypt Africa emits only a small fraction of the greenhouse gasses that more developed regions produce, yet it is disproportionately impacted by the effects of climate change. Activists like Vanessa Nakate hope to highlight this disparity at COP27 in Egypt. CBS News correspondent Ben Tracy reports.

The one with more on the not so mighty Mississippi:

Drought disrupts Mississippi River shipping corridor About 500 million tons of agriculture and other vital products are shipped down the Mississippi River every year. There are now multiple choke points along this so-called "superhighway" where barges are stranded, waiting for higher river levels or the completion of emergency dredging operations. Ben...

The one about the not so mighty Mississippi:

Drought disrupts "irreplaceable" Mississippi River shipping corridor The drought is expected to last through January, threatening the critical supply chain.

The one about the small Minnesota town that could play a big role in electric vehicles:

Small Minnesota town at center of nickel boom Tamarack, Minnesota, is a small town at the center of a potentially transformative mining boom. It houses a massive deposit of nickel, which is an essential component of electric car batteries. Ben Tracy has more.

The one about the most economically unequal place in America:

Wyoming's pricier homes on the range Teton County in Wyoming is home to the widest income divide in America, with a median house price of more than $3.5 million and an average income of $312,000. Correspondent Ben Tracy looks at how the wealthy, drawn to the state's picture-perfect settings, have been squeezing out the middle class –...

The one about that gas stove and what it could be doing to the air inside your home:

Cities ban natural gas appliances to curb emissions In order to fight climate change, some local governments are mandating that new homes and businesses run their appliances on electricity rather than gas. But the switch to electric isn't cheap, leaving people wondering what to do. Ben Tracy takes a look.

The one where we talk about the climate change connection to hurricanes:

Tracy: Scientists increasingly believe climate change is making hurricanes stronger and more destructive CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy discusses how warmer water is causing more deadly and destructive hurricanes – and whether there should be rebuilding along the coast.

The one with hurricane drone they dropped into Hurricane Ian:

New technology collects data from inside most dangerous part of Tropical Storm Ian Only on "CBS Mornings," scientists show Ben Tracy how they can fly straight into the eye of a massive hurricane.

The one with the fight over gas appliances that contribute to climate change:

Dozens of cities move to ban gas appliances While dozens of cities around the U.S. are outlawing gas stoves due to the greenhouse gasses they add to the atmosphere, 20 states are prohibiting similar municipal bans. CBS News correspondent Ben Tracy has more.

The one with our latest episode of "Climate Watch"

ClimateWatch: The dramatic effects of climate change from coast to coast In this episode of “ClimateWatch,” CBS News senior environmental correspondent Ben Tracy shows us how the increasing impacts of climate change — such as wildfires, floods, droughts and record heat waves — are hitting the country from coast to coast.

The one where we chat about the latest climate report:

UN: World heading in the wrong direction in fight against climate change Watch "UN: World heading in the wrong direction in fight against climate change", a video on CBSNews.com. View more videos and watch CBS News, a live news stream featuring original CBS News reporting.

The one where Uber's CEO says gas powered vehicles won't be allowed on the platform as of 2030:

Ride-share CEO says all US Uber vehicles will be electric by 2030 After a test period in select U.S. cities, Uber is going nationwide with its new Comfort Electric feature. Passengers will now be able to specifically request an electric vehicle in 14 additional American cities, including Atlanta, Boston, Chicago and Houston. Ben Tracy has more.

The one with the rare tropical storm that finally breaks the heatwave in Southern California:

Southern California faces possible flooding from Tropical Storm Kay After enduring a string of historic heatwaves and drought, Southern California is now experiencing heavy rainfall and possible flooding as Tropical Storm Kay ushers in a rare September downpour. Ben Tracy has the details.