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Preventing CO2 Pipeline Leaks: Trump Administration Derails Efforts
Federal regulators were on the brink of implementing new safety regulations for CO2 pipelines to prevent future disasters following a toxic gas leak in Mississippi. However, these efforts were thwarted during the early days...
Palestinians File Lawsuit to Halt BP’s Support of Israel’s Military – EcoWatch
Palestinians File Lawsuit Against BP Over Alleged Support of Israeli MilitaryIn a groundbreaking move, Palestinians who have suffered immense losses due to Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have initiated legal action against British oil giant...
How Penguin Poop Is Cooling Antarctica: The Surprising Connection
Matthew Boyer, a Ph.D. student in atmospheric science at the University of Helsinki, embarked on an exciting journey in December 2022. He boarded an Argentine military plane bound for Marambio Station, located at the...
Trump Reinstates Some EPA Workers Fired in Chicago Office
Trump Reinstates Some EPA Workers Fired in Chicago OfficeRecently, a group of employees at the Chicago office of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency received surprising news: they were told they could return to work....
Unpacking the Radicalism of Climate Activists: A Podcast Exploration
In the chaotic scene that unfolded at London's National Gallery in October 2022, two protesters from the group Just Stop Oil made headlines by throwing tomato soup at Vincent van Gogh's renowned "Sunflowers" painting....
Building a Climate-Resilient City in the Philippines: Promises and Challenges
Building a Climate-Resilient Metropolis in the PhilippinesNew Clark City, a groundbreaking urban project in the Philippines, is shaping up to be a beacon of innovation and sustainability in the face of climate change. Spearheaded...
Global Unity Urged by COP30 Chief for Climate Action
Veteran Brazilian diplomat and COP30 president, André Aranha Corrêa do Lago, delivered a powerful address at the UN headquarters in New York this week. In his inaugural speech, he emphasized the importance of global...
Exposure to Dangerous Contaminants in U.S. Drinking Water: Analysis Results
Title: U.S. Drinking Water Contaminants: Disproportionate Impact on Communities of ColorMore than 97 million United States residents have been exposed to contaminants in their drinking water that are unregulated and could affect their health,...
Protecting Seagrass Meadows to Prevent Billions in Damages
Seagrass meadows are apparently the unsung heroes of climate change mitigation, according to a new study. These underwater ecosystems have the capacity to capture and store massive amounts of carbon, making them a crucial...
New Methane-Reducing Rice Variety: Less Gassy Paddies
New Rice Variety Aims to Reduce Methane Emissions From PaddiesIn a world where climate change is a pressing concern, the impact of agriculture on greenhouse gas emissions cannot be understated. While cows are often...
