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Commentaries

The Silent Tragedy of Local Restrictions on Renewable Energy

New research shows how policies blocking cleaner energy sources, often inspired by persistent disinformation, harm the communities that adopt them.
May 10, 2024
by
James Goodwin
New research shows how policies blocking cleaner energy sources, often inspired by persistent disinformation, harm the communities that adopt them.
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Climate Change

The EV Revolution Brings Environmental Uncertainty at Every Turn

As demand for electric vehicles ramps up, environmental stumbling blocks have emerged.
January 11, 2023
by
Tim Lydon
As demand for electric vehicles ramps up, environmental stumbling blocks have emerged.
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Climate Change

Where the Environment Is on the Ballot — And Where It’s Not

In a stark contrast to recent election years, voters in just two states will decide on environmental issues this November. But there’s still a lot at stake.
October 7, 2022
by
Tara Lohan
In a stark contrast to recent election years, voters in just two states will decide on environmental issues this November. But there’s still a lot at stake.
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The Ask

Solar Sovereignty: The Promise of Native-Led Renewables

“We’re training a workforce of solar warriors,” says the cofounder of Indigenized Energy Initiative.
September 19, 2022
by
Tara Lohan
“We’re training a workforce of solar warriors,” says the cofounder of Indigenized Energy Initiative.
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Wildlife

Left Out to Dry: Wildlife Threatened by Colorado River Basin Water Crisis

Lost in much of the coverage of the region’s water woes is the ecological crisis caused by prolonged drought, climate warming and development.
September 12, 2022
by
Tara Lohan
Lost in much of the coverage of the region’s water woes is the ecological crisis caused by prolonged drought, climate warming and development.
Plastic factory
Pollution & Toxins

Collision Course: Will the Plastics Treaty Slow the Plastics Rush?

A massive new plastics plant will soon start operating in Pennsylvania, even as support grows for international limits on plastic production.
August 10, 2022
by
Tim Lydon
A massive new plastics plant will soon start operating in Pennsylvania, even as support grows for international limits on plastic production.
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Commentaries

Latinos Face Challenges Accessing the Outdoors — and Climate Change Is Adding to Those Barriers

But there are steps we can take to bring nature to our communities and empower them to protect it.
August 5, 2022
by
Shanna Edberg
But there are steps we can take to bring nature to our communities and empower them to protect it.
Wolf standing in snow near carcass
Wildlife

The Battle Over Hunting and Predators in Greater Yellowstone

Can state agencies ensure conservation when hunters pay the bills and ranchers determine wildlife policy?
June 24, 2022
by
Syler Peralta-Ramos
Can state agencies ensure conservation when hunters pay the bills and ranchers determine wildlife policy?
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Sustainability

In Austria the Government Pays to Repair Your Stuff

A Viennese repair bonus is keeping thousands of items out of the junkyard and inspiring other cities.
April 1, 2022
by
Kaja Šeruga
A Viennese repair bonus is keeping thousands of items out of the junkyard and inspiring other cities.
shortfin mako
Commentaries

North Atlantic Mako Sharks Are Endangered — Now What?

This heavily exploited species just got a temporary reprieve, but new protections come with a ticking clock.
January 31, 2022
by
Sydney Randall and Carl Safina
This heavily exploited species just got a temporary reprieve, but new protections come with a ticking clock.

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