ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY CHANGES

May 08 2025ENVIRONMENT

The End of Energy Star: How a Program That Saved Money and Energy is Being Shut Down

The Energy Star program, a key player in helping households save on energy bills, is on the chopping block. This program, which has been around since 1992, gives people the lowdown on how much energy their appliances use. It's a big deal because it helps folks make smarter choices when buying big-ticket items like refrigerators or washing machines. The program i...

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May 04 2025POLITICS

The Environmental Rollback: First 100 Days of Trump's Second Term

The first 100 days of the second Trump administration have been tumultuous for environmental advocates. Many are alarmed by the rapid pace of changes that target both natural resources and communities. The administration's actions have sparked fears of a significant setback for environmental progress. The president's approach has been criticized for prioritizing fos...

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