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Oct 08 2025ENVIRONMENT

Hydrogen Mixing: A Risky Gamble or a Clever Move?

Hydrogen blending is a hot topic, but is it a smart solution or just a distraction? Critics argue that instead of pushing for hydrogen, we should focus on speeding up electrification and helping workers in fossil fuel industries transition to cleaner jobs. Mixing hydrogen with natural gas sounds si

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Oct 05 2025ENVIRONMENT

Colombia's Coral Guardian: Elvira Alvarado's Underwater Mission

In the vibrant waters of Colombia's Caribbean coast, a 70-year-old marine biologist named Elvira Alvarado is on a mission. She's not just any scientist; she's a pioneer in coral reef restoration and has been dubbed "the mother of Colombian corals. " Her journey began nearly half a century ago when s

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Sep 25 2025ENVIRONMENT

Global Climate Action: Moving Forward Without the U. S.

The world is still pushing ahead with climate action, even with the U. S. stepping back. The U. N. special adviser on sustainability, Jeffrey Sachs, shared this at a recent event. He said other countries are not letting the U. S. slow them down. Sachs talked to many world leaders this year, and none

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Sep 24 2025ENVIRONMENT

Pennsylvania's Environmental Future: Why the Courts Matter

Pennsylvania's environment is a hot topic, especially when it comes to elections. The state's Constitution guarantees clean air, pure water, and a healthy environment to all residents. This isn't just empty talk; it's a legal right that the state's Supreme Court has defended in the past. In a big c

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Sep 23 2025ENVIRONMENT

A Moose's Misadventures: Emil's Wild Summer in Austria

Emil, a young moose, became an unexpected star in Austria this summer. His journey through the country caused quite a stir. People loved seeing him in unusual places, but his adventures also caused problems. Emil's journey started in August. He wandered into areas where moose are rarely seen. This

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Sep 22 2025ENVIRONMENT

Tibet's Sky Lights Up, But at What Cost?

In Tibet, a dazzling fireworks display turned into a hot topic online. The show, backed by outdoor brand Arc'teryx, caught the attention of netizens who questioned its environmental impact. The local government in Shigatse took notice and sent a team to look into the matter. Arc'teryx, owned by Ant

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Sep 21 2025ENVIRONMENT

A Firefighter's Fight Against Hidden Dangers

Patrick Butler, a former fire chief from Michigan, has been through a lot. After spending nearly 35 years fighting fires, he thought his tough days were behind him. But life had other plans. He was diagnosed with bladder cancer, which he believes was caused by the firefighting foam he used for years

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Sep 20 2025ENVIRONMENT

Black Women and the Strong Expectation: A Look into Hurricane Katrina Survivors

Black women are often told to be tough. This idea is called the "Strong Black Woman" role. It's something they learn from a young age. This study looked at six Black women who lived through Hurricane Katrina. They were all moms and students at a community college. Their ages ranged from 23 to 31 whe

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Sep 18 2025ENVIRONMENT

Trump's Climate Change Rollback: A Step Back for the Planet

The Trump administration is taking a hard stance against climate change policies. They recently proposed to cancel a 16-year-old finding that carbon dioxide emissions are harmful to public health. This move could prevent the Environmental Protection Agency from regulating emissions from cars and pow

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Sep 18 2025ENVIRONMENT

A Billionaire's Deep-Sea Mission: Saving Science One Discovery at a Time

In the vast, mysterious world beneath the ocean's surface, a billionaire is making waves. Wendy Schmidt, wife of former Google CEO Eric Schmidt, is on a mission to save science. She's not just throwing money at the problem. She's creating opportunities and supporting researchers who might otherwise

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