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Mar 28 2026ENVIRONMENT

How Colorado can lead the energy change

Colorado sits at a crossroads between growing energy needs and a fast-expanding clean power industry. Lawmakers have two major tools on the table in 2026 that could shape the state’s economic future. One plan sets long-term targets for clean electricity by 2050, giving utilities a clear roadmap for

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Mar 24 2026ENVIRONMENT

Protesters demand cleaner energy outside big oil gathering

Around 300 people showed up outside the city's biggest energy meeting this week to voice concerns about pollution. Instead of cheering for more oil and gas profits, they chanted slogans like "we need clean air, not another billionaire! " Their signs pointed to health problems they blame on industrie

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Mar 21 2026ENVIRONMENT

Assessing the Legacy of an Old Aluminum Smelter

The last step in figuring out how much damage the former Columbia Falls smelter has caused to nature is now ready. A plan written by state and federal agencies, the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, and other partners will examine the site again and decide how to repair or pay for long‑term h

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Mar 19 2026ENVIRONMENT

Southern California’s Clean Transport Jobs at Risk Without State Action

Southern California isn’t just following the electric vehicle trend—it’s driving it. The region has turned itself into a hub for clean transportation, with companies making batteries, electric trucks, and even solar-powered cars. The Port of San Diego is spending millions to switch from diesel to el

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Feb 28 2026SCIENCE

A New Way to Heat Germany with Underground Energy

In a quiet spot beneath the Alpine foothills, two heavy machines stand ready to drill into the earth. The scene looks more like a mining site than an oil field, yet the crew uses familiar tools from the petroleum sector. Their goal is different: to pull heat from deep below instead of oil. The proj

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Feb 25 2026LIFESTYLE

Fresh Air, Not Fancy Words

Cleaning videos have become a mainstay on TikTok. The trend started with simple tips—open windows, dust corners—and quickly grew into a cultural movement called “house burping. ” The name sounds goofy, but it captures the same idea that has been part of German public health for years: lüften, or a

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Feb 17 2026POLITICS

California’s Clean‑Energy Deal Faces Hot Debate

The state signed a partnership with the United Kingdom that promises almost a billion dollars for green projects, but many see it as another costly misstep. The agreement was announced by California’s governor and the UK’s energy minister, aiming to speed up climate action. Critics argue that

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Feb 12 2026BUSINESS

Napanee Town Gets Clean Audit Result for 2024

Greater Napanee has achieved a positive audit opinion for the year 2024. The city had faced concerns in previous reviews, but the latest report shows no material misstatements. Auditors praised the town’s financial controls and transparency efforts. The clean result follows a period of impr

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Feb 08 2026ENVIRONMENT

Volunteer Clean‑Up Turns Forest Fresh

Paragraph 1. A big group of local people came together to tidy up a huge national forest, showing how community effort can protect nature for the future. Paragraph 2. The event was organized with help from a local environmental club and the U. S. Forest Service, bringing together volunteers

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Feb 07 2026ENVIRONMENT

New Jersey’s Climate Fight: What the New Governor Must Do

The state is now led by Gov. Mikie Sherrill, a former congresswoman who has shown a strong record on the environment. Her first task is to step into the role of climate champion left by her predecessor, especially as New Jersey faces a mix of development pressures and natural threats. The last ye

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