Environment
Transportation Burdens Add to All that Communities are Already Facing
Transportation and its Impact on Community Health In the wise words of Maya Angelou, "You are the sum total of everything you’ve ever seen, heard, eaten, smelled, been told, forgot…
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This tweak to mortgage rules could save homeowners thousands in energy bills
"It disproportionately impacts low-income households, who often live in older, less energy-efficient homes. By raising the energy efficiency standard for…
Special Live Event: Impact Investing Panel From Climate Week In New York
Earth911 is excited to announce their coverage of a Climate Week panel discussion featuring prominent social and environmental impact leaders.…
Opposing fracking cost one Colombian activist her mental health. She’s fighting to win it back.
Yuvelis Natalia Morales Blanco, a young Colombian environmental advocate, has been facing death threats since the tender age of 19.…
The US is finally curbing development in flood zones
The United States has a long history of building homes in flood-prone areas, with millions of homes constructed along coastlines…
How JD Vance’s hometown has won millions in climate investment that he calls a ‘green scam’
A steel plant in Middletown, Ohio, holds a significant role in the city's economy and history. It is also deeply…
Researchers in Georgia map the lone star tick
Ticks are tiny creatures that can cause big problems for humans and animals alike. Emory University researcher Arabella Lewis is…
What scientists have learned from 20 years of microplastics research
The issue of microplastic pollution is one that has gained significant attention over the past two decades. What was once…
In Montana, 911 calls reveal impact of heat waves on rural seniors
Extreme heat can be particularly dangerous for older adults who may struggle to regulate their body temperature and stay cool.…