Tag: Environmental impact
Supreme Court Nuclear Waste Texas Decision – Inside Climate News
The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear arguments in a groundbreaking case that could determine whether Texas will become the first state to host an independent disposal ground for spent nuclear fuel. This...
Rebuilding in LA After Fires: Pros and Cons Explained
David Brancaccio, a seasoned journalist in public radio and television, found himself at the center of a devastating disaster when Los Angeles was hit by fires in January. Having recently purchased a home in...
N.C. Plastic Waste to Diesel Plant: Environmental Impact Analysis
In Fayetteville, North Carolina, a company with a tumultuous financial past is pivoting to a new venture that could transform plastic waste into ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel. The firm, Waste Energy Corp., had previously...
Trump’s Gas Exports Impact on Power Bill Costs
Amidst the political landscape and the ever-evolving energy sector, the impact of gas exports on power bill costs has been a contentious topic. The former President Joe Biden, in a bold move, paused the...
Eaton Fire Disrupts Altadena’s Future: Truce Shattered
The Eaton Fire that ravaged Altadena disrupted the town's future, striking a devastating blow to the California suburb's prospects. Previously, residents had engaged in heated discussions regarding a Los Angeles County government plan aimed...
Environmental Justice Pioneer Reflects on Current Challenges
Environmental Justice Leader Ben Chavis Reflects on Decades of Advocacy In an illuminating interview with the Rev. Ben Chavis, a trailblazer in the realm of environmental justice, we delve into the roots of his activism...
Impact of Climate Change on Bird Flu and Egg Prices
Egg Prices Soar Amidst Bird Flu Outbreak: An In-Depth Look at the Impacts In recent months, a trip to the grocery store has become a daunting task for many Americans as they face the reality...
Threat to Pennsylvania Wetlands Under Trump’s Fast-Track Order
Pennsylvania’s wetlands are facing a new threat following a recent order from the Trump administration. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has been directed to "fast-track" applications from fossil fuel and other companies to...
Trump orders removal of federal EV charging stations.
The Trump administration has recently issued a directive to dismantle federal electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, signaling a shift away from clean energy and EV infrastructure. Inside Climate News obtained an email from a...
Federal Regulator Sparks Outrage with Gas Plant Approval
Federal Regulator's Decision Sparks Controversy Over Energy Projects Approval The recent approval by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) of PJM Interconnection's proposal to prioritize 50 power projects, including nuclear and gas-fired plants, over stalled...

















