In the small town of Naples, a once-quiet family business has turned into a big industrial operation, causing a stir among neighbors. About 100 people gathered to discuss concerns about air quality and environmental damage linked to Panhandle Door Inc. (PDI), a cabinet door and drawer manufacturer.
In a packed meeting, Champaign County Board voted unanimously to halt new carbon capture projects beneath the Mahomet Aquifer for a year. This move follows concerns that such projects could threaten the water supply for half a million people. Andrew Rehn, a climate policy director, warned that stori
Back in 1989, a report from Shell predicted two futures: one with controlled fossil fuels and little climate change, and another with rising temperatures and violent storms. The second scenario is now the reality for many families in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee. H
The US Forest Service is facing a significant budget cut, leading to a hiring freeze on seasonal positions for the next fiscal year. This decision affects thousands of temporary workers who maintain national forests, clean campsites, and perform critical environmental research. The agency relies hea
In a surprising turn of events, world-renowned surfer Kelly Slater has spoken out against the destruction of one of Indonesia’s most cherished surf spots, Uluwatu. A massive seawall project, intended to protect the ancient Uluwatu Temple from wave damage and earthquake cracks, is causing significant
You might think AI is taking over the world, but it's running into a big problem: power. AI needs tons of energy to work, and tech giants like Microsoft and Amazon are turning to nuclear power to keep up. But is this a smart move or just another risk? Let's find out. AI companies want more power be
Have you ever thought about what you eat? Not just the taste, but how it affects your body and our planet. That’s what Kingston is focusing on this October with a series of events called "Plantiful". It's all about switching to plant-based foods for personal health and environmental sustainability.
Have you ever thought about what happens after we flush the toilet or drain the sink? In many US rural areas, wastewater from homes and businesses goes into cesspools. These are like big underground storage tanks that hold waste until it can be treated. But here's a problem: some of these cesspools
Ever thought about what's really in your makeup and skincare products? It turns out that microplastics might be hiding there, especially in leave-on items like moisturizers and lipsticks. You won't find these tiny plastics in rinse-off products like face scrubs anymore, as many countries have banned
Hey there, Minnesota folks! Listen up because today's weather is going to be extra tricky. The National Weather Service has just issued a Red Flag Warning from 11:00 a.m. all the way until 8:00 p.m. Why so serious? Well, strong winds are expected, blowing in from the south and northwest at speeds up
