Climate Change
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Climate-friendly cafeterias help keep NYU emissions low
By Jack McGovan for Sentient Climate.Broadcast version by Edwin J. Viera for New York News Connection reporting for the Solutions Journalism Network-…
Monday, March 18, 2024
KY bill would limit renewables, keep aging power plants longer
Kentucky House lawmakers are considering a bill that could make it harder to close aging coal-fired power plants. At the Kentucky Resources Council…
Monday, March 18, 2024
Report: Second Trump term would add 4 billion tons of climate pollution
As Coloradans begin to weigh their options in this year's presidential election, a new Carbon Brief analysis projects that a second Biden term would …
Higher heat-related fatalities prompt warnings for Arizonans
Summer will be here before you know it, and experts say now is the time to get prepared for Arizona's scorching and life-threatening temperatures…
VA school districts, parents working to get electric school buses
By Elizabeth McGowan for Energy News Network.Broadcast version by Edwin J. Viera for Virginia News Connection reporting for the Solutions Journalism …
WI poised to hit fast track in adding EV charging stations
Wisconsin has lagged behind neighboring states in adding electric vehicle charging stations, but the Badger State is about to take a big leap forward …
Lawmakers could continue re-wilding Colorado with wolverine bill
Colorado may soon welcome back wolverines, an animal with a reputation for its ferocity and strength nearly wiped out by trapping, poisoning and …
Environmental nonprofit launches satellite to detect methane leaks
The first satellite launched by a nonprofit organization is now circling the globe, getting ready to deliver data on methane pollution from oil and …
Transmission upgrades needed to keep U.S. climate goals on track
Environmental groups in Virginia are among those looking at how to improve and modernize electrical grid transmission. Experts said the grid's age …
Ballot measures backed by conservatives could give blow to WA budget
While three initiatives received the go-ahead to appear on Washington's November ballot at the end the legislative session last week, three that have …
ID student-led program helps Spanish speakers access science
A student-led program at Boise State University is helping make science more accessible for Spanish speakers. Project Scientia provides Spanish …
Advocates remind Nevadans of solar, electrification incentives
Nevada is one of the largest solar markets in the nation and conservationists want Nevadans to be aware of available federal tax incentives. Russell …