SD: Climate Change
Poll: Most SD voters disapprove of local control limits on carbon pipelines
A new poll shows most South Dakotans don't approve of legislation that restricts local control on carbon pipelines. South Dakotans this November …
U.S. Supreme Court decision could shape animal farm regulations
By Marlena Williams for Sentient.Broadcast version by Kathleen Shannon for Greater Dakota News Service reporting for the Sentient-Public News Service …
Water contamination a concern in Midwest flood aftermath
As South Dakotans affected by recent record floods take stock of damages, researchers say water quality is among the concerns. The state has been …
Report: SD ethanol plants release hazardous air pollutants
Biofuels are painted as a greener energy alternative to fossil fuels but a new study found the industry produces plenty of its own air pollutants…
House Farm Bill could chop climate-smart programs
The U.S. House of Representatives will likely vote this summer on a version of the Farm Bill, which passed through the committee process last month…
Support grows for threatened SD grasslands
About 1.6 million acres of Great Plains grasslands were destroyed in 2021 alone, according to a recent report, an area the size of Delaware. One …
SD lawmaker OK’s House Farm Bill draft, despite climate, food program cuts
After 13 hours of markups late last week, the House Committee on Agriculture passed its version of the massive piece of legislation known as the Farm …
Solar projects underway in South Dakota
The construction of more solar farms in the U.S. has been contentious but a new survey shows their size makes a difference in whether solar projects …
Some SD farmers unhappy with industrial ag getting conservation funds
Agriculture accounts for more than 10% of greenhouse-gas emissions in the United States. Advocates for small farms in South Dakota hope the next Farm …
In a Smoky Summer, Outdoor Workers Can't Overlook Heat Threats
Periodic smoky air from Canadian wildfires is getting attention over public health concerns. But people who work outdoors in South Dakota and …
Science Moms: Climate Solutions Aren't Out of Reach for Families
April is Earth Month, and moms who work in scientific fields are trying to get the attention of other parents, hoping they'll take advantage of clean-…
Spring Season Provides Opportunity for Disaster Preparedness
From navigating floodwaters to surviving the aftermath of a severe storm, South Dakotans are being urged to make sure they're ready for whatever …