Air Quality
Friday, February 7, 2025
Study shows air quality disparities from industrial ag in NC
The negative effects on air quality from industrialized animal facilities in North Carolina stick around for a long time, according to a new study…
Friday, February 7, 2025
Survey: Fuel efficiency top of mind for AR car shoppers
Americans continue to see improving fuel economy as the most significant change they want from vehicle manufacturers when they offer new products…
NH air monitoring project grows with help from citizen scientists
By Elijah de Castro for Keen Sentinel. Broadcast version by Kathryn Carley for New Hampshire News Service, for the Solutions Journalism Network-…
PA pollution, flooding concerns rise as Trump ends 'Justice40' initiative
Black communities affected by industrial pollution in South Philadelphia are among those watching a Trump administration rollback of health protection…
Arizona drivers prioritize better fuel economy
Spending less money at the gas pump is important for Arizona drivers, according to a new survey. Chris Harto, senior policy analyst for …
Report: Data centers drive gas power plant building in NC, Southeast
Data centers are driving the building of gas-powered plants in the Southeast but it will leave ratepayers on the hook if higher energy needs do not ma…
Wayne State study links type 2 diabetes and air pollution
A new study from Wayne State University showed breathing in air pollution, especially benzene, can raise the risk of developing type 2 diabetes…
IL research shows high greenhouse gas levels in farm streams
By Gabriella Sotelo for Sentient.Broadcast version by Judith Ruiz-Branch for Illinois News Connection reporting for the Sentient-Public News Service C…
Report explores environmental health issues, solutions in NC
A new report highlights steps North Carolina can take as it faces pressing environmental health issues. The report lays out conclusions from the 9th …
UN Green Climate Fund invests in KY factory farming, report finds
By Sophie Kevany for Sentient.Broadcast version by Nadia Ramlagan for Kentucky News Connection reporting for the Sentient-Public News Service Collabor…
TX looks at ways to protect apartment tenants during extreme weather
Extreme weather has hit Texas over the last few weeks bringing snow to many parts of the state. During cold weather, landlords are required to …
Iowa farmers on board with corn-based jet fuel
A company working to create sustainable energy sources is investing in corn to make jet fuel, which it said burns far cleaner than the traditional…