Waste Reduction
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
Groups renew calls to address radioactive contamination in food, water
Some organizations are renewing calls to address radioactive contamination in U.S. food and drinking water. The issue has gained prevalence in the …
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
NH duckweed study aims to counter impacts of manure, farm runoff
University of New Hampshire scientists said a common aquatic plant called duckweed could help filter polluting runoff from dairy farms and so-called m…
Monday, July 15, 2024
Oregon seeks public comment on large-scale farming regulations
Oregonians have until July 22 to submit comments on the implementation of new environmental restrictions for the state's largest farms. When the …
IN book offers recycling resources for event organizers
Summer in Indiana produces a variety of festivals, outdoor concerts, and athletic competitions. These attractions produce large crowds and hundreds …
MN regulators unveil tougher water permit requirements for CAFO's
Minnesota will soon hold public hearings on proposed water permit changes as it seeks to get control of nitrate pollution from industrial farms…
Ohio State tackles household food waste
Ohio State University is spearheading a $2.5 million U.S. Department of Agriculture-funded initiative to reduce food loss and waste in the United …
Restaurant chains called into question for meat-production sources
Today is National Animal Rights Day, and some of the more popular restaurant chains in North Dakota are under fire for how the meats they use are …
Colorado embraces deconstruction to keep materials out of landfills
By Syris Valentine for Grist.Broadcast version by Eric Galatas for Colorado News Connection reporting for the Solutions Journalism Network-Public News…
A focus on environmental protection, advocacy for NC Earth Day
April is Earth Month, and North Carolina's climate justice groups are addressing the crucial roles of air, land, water and health in protecting the …
MN plan would overhaul its recycling approach
Minnesota ranks high for its recycling rate, but it still has a waste problem, putting more pressure on local governments. A plan in the …
Dakotas among states still weighing controversial pipeline plan
New public hearings and legal decisions are expected in the coming weeks and months about a controversial pipeline project in the upper Midwest…
Controversial Midwest pipeline plan still in play
New public hearings and legal decisions are expected in the coming weeks and months about a controversial pipeline project in the upper Midwest…