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Chicago residents risk daily lead exposure from toxic pipes. Replacing them will take decades.
Chicago's plan to replace its lead service lines by 2076 has come under scrutiny for being too slow and potentially putting residents at risk of lead exposure. The city, known…
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Trump Administration Actions Could Make Hurricane Helene’s Impacts Worse for AshevilleÂ
The Union of Concerned Scientists, along with various partners, organized an extreme weather "People's Hearing" in Asheville, NC on June…
How climate change may be affecting tornadoes
Extreme weather events are becoming more frequent and severe, often making headlines around the world. Climate change, driven by the…
How climate change is worsening flooding and heavy rainfall
Extreme weather events have become a common occurrence in today's world, with disasters breaking records and hitting unexpected places. The…
Atlanta is embracing a cheap, effective way to beat urban heat: ‘cool roofs’
In recent years, the concept of cool roofs has gained traction in cities across the United States as a simple…
Earth911 Podcast: Kelly Ramsey on Life as a Hotshot Firefighter and the Burning Reality of America’s Wildfire Crisis
Wildfire Days: A Woman's Journey into the World of Elite Wildland Firefighting Standing on the front lines of one of…
Administration Cuts Would Leave No Refuge for the Wildlife Refuges
The Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge in Smyrna, Delaware is a haven for a diverse array of wildlife. Bald eagles,…
Disaster 101: Your guide to extreme weather preparation, relief, and recovery
Extreme weather events can strike anywhere, causing significant damage and disruption to daily life. Whether it's a hurricane, winter storm,…
How climate change is worsening extreme heat
Extreme weather events are becoming more frequent and severe, grabbing headlines around the world. Scientific research has shown that human-induced…