ENVIRONMENT

Oct 22 2025ENVIRONMENT

Alaska's Untapped Energy Treasure: Why the U. S. is Losing Out

Alaska is packed with natural resources that could power the state with clean energy. Wind, water, and heat from the earth are all available in abundance. Using these resources could save over a billion dollars, especially for remote areas that rely on expensive diesel fuel. Some places have already

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Oct 21 2025ENVIRONMENT

Maryland's Big Move Towards Electric Vehicles

Maryland is making a big push to get more electric cars on the road. They just put out over 5 million dollars to build more places to charge these cars. This money will help set up charging spots at workplaces and along major roads. The goal? To make driving electric cars easier for everyone in the

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Oct 21 2025ENVIRONMENT

How to Save Money and the Planet by Reducing Food Waste

Food waste is a big problem. It hurts your wallet and the environment. In the U. S. , people throw away a lot of food. This costs them about $728 every year. It also creates pollution equal to 42 coal power plants. Most of the wasted food comes from homes, not restaurants or stores. People are busy

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Oct 21 2025ENVIRONMENT

Gabes Stands Up: A City's Fight Against Pollution and Neglect

In the coastal city of Gabes, Tunisia, people are fed up. They've had enough of the pollution from a big chemical plant. So, they did something about it. They went on strike. They protested. They shut down the city. All to send a message: "Gabes wants to live. " The plant, run by the state, has bee

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Oct 21 2025ENVIRONMENT

Recycling Tech: Turning Old Gadgets into Valuable Resources

In the world of technology, old gadgets often end up as trash, but they hold a secret treasure. Rare earth elements (REEs) found in discarded electronics are in high demand, but extracting them is tough. A group of scientists has found a smarter way to do this. They use electricity to heat up old ma

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Oct 21 2025ENVIRONMENT

Big Names Team Up to Track Carbon Footprints Better

Some major companies have decided to work together on a big problem: how to accurately measure carbon emissions. BlackRock's Global Infrastructure Partners, Exxon Mobil, and Banco Santander are leading this effort. They want to create a new system that shows exactly where carbon pollution comes from

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Oct 21 2025ENVIRONMENT

Falmouth's Fight for a Greener Future

Falmouth is at a crossroads. The town council has taken a bold step to limit pesticides and fertilizers, but not everyone is on board. This fall, voters will decide whether to keep these restrictions or repeal them. It's a big deal, not just for the town, but for the health of people, pets, and the

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Oct 20 2025ENVIRONMENT

Venezuela's Coal Dilemma: A Risky Bet

Venezuela is making a bold move with coal. The country is struggling due to U. S. sanctions, so it's focusing on coal to bring in money. They've teamed up with a Turkish company to reopen old mines. The goal is to export over 10 million tons this year. However, this rush is causing problems. Safety

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Oct 20 2025ENVIRONMENT

Smart Farming: How Healthy Soil Can Save You Money

Soil health is not just good for the planet; it's also good for your wallet. Recent research shows that farmers who adopt soil health practices can save money and even boost their income. This is big news for those who thought improving soil health would only cost more. The study looked at 20 farms

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Oct 19 2025ENVIRONMENT

The Erie Canal: A Mixed Bag of Progress and Problems

The Erie Canal is a peaceful spot today, with people enjoying nature along its path. But back in 1825, when it first opened, it was a big deal for trade and travel. The canal cut through forests and fields, making way for mules to pull barges at 4 miles per hour. This was much faster than wagons on

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