Tag: EcoWatch
Cambridge, MA Bans Gas Leaf Blowers for Environment Protection
Cambridge, Massachusetts has taken a significant step towards environmental protection by joining a growing number of cities that have banned the use of gas-powered leaf blowers. This move, aimed at promoting public health and...
The History and Future of the American Southwest – EcoWatch
The American Southwest: A Deep Dive into History, Ecology, and ClimateIn the vast expanse of the American Southwest, where the sun beats down on the arid landscape, the history and future of this region...
DOJ Drops Environmental Justice Lawsuit Against Chemical Plant in ‘Cancer Alley’
In a small town in Louisiana, the ongoing battle against environmental injustice took a surprising turn when the Department of Justice decided to drop a critical lawsuit against a chemical plant in the area...
Record Attendance at U.S. National Parks Despite Staff Silence
Amidst the picturesque landscapes of U.S. National Parks, a remarkable event unfolded in 2024, as a staggering 331.9 million visits were recorded, surpassing the previous all-time high set in 2016. However, a startling revelation...
Study Finds Microplastics in Birds’ Lungs – EcoWatch
The revelation of microplastics infiltrating birds' lungs has sparked concern among researchers and environmentalists alike. While it is not the first time microplastics have been found in living organisms, the recent study sheds light...
Illinois Leads in Community Power Scorecard with Most States Receiving ‘D’ or ‘F’ Grade
Illinois Shines in Community Power Scorecard While Most States Lag BehindAs communities across the United States strive to improve their community power initiatives, a recent study by the Institute of Local Self-Reliance (ILSR) reveals...
UN COP16: Countries Support $200-Billion Biodiversity Conservation Plan
The COP16 UN Biodiversity Conference recently concluded in Rome, with countries pledging $200 billion annually by 2030 to safeguard the planet’s biodiversity. While this agreement marks a significant step forward, critics argue that more...
EU Clean Industrial Deal: Turning Ambition Into Action – Eco-Friendly
In a bustling steel forge in Sheffield, England, welders work tirelessly to craft the materials that build our world. Their efforts, along with those of industries like steel and cement, are crucial to our...
France Bans PFAS ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Key Products
France Makes Historic Move to Ban PFAS 'Forever Chemicals' in Consumer GoodsIn a groundbreaking decision, the French Parliament recently passed a law targeting the restriction of toxic per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly known...
Countries Gather in Rome for COP16 Biodiversity Conference
Countries from all corners of the globe have converged in Rome this week for the United Nations' 16th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (COP16). Their mission? To devise a...
