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America’s failure to tackle climate change isn’t just a short-term problem. It’s creating a bleak and perilous future for the next generation. Here’s what our inaction means for your children. 1. Widespread Health Crises Rising temperatures and worsening air quality will lead to an epidemic of respiratory diseases, heat strokes, and severe allergies, leaving children perpetually sick and vulnerable. 2. …
How prepared are you for a disaster? Not just any disaster, but one that could end life as we know it? Here are 15 threats that could bring about the end of humanity, explaining why it’s essential for every American to take notice and act. 1. Nuclear Annihilation Even in peacetime, the U.S. is home to thousands of nuclear warheads. …
Ford fans who were looking forward to some new EVs might have to wait a tad longer, as some reshuffling in the car company’s roadmap means bigger (but better) changes. New Plans On Wednesday, Ford Motors announced a major change in its future program for US vehicles. Along with canceling its planned three-row SUV, the car company is also delaying …
A new court ruling in Louisiana has sparked outrage among civil rights advocates. Federal Court Drops a Bombshell on EPA’s Powers A federal court in Louisiana has thrown a wrench into the fight for environmental justice this week. Pollution Knows No Color? In a controversial move, the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Louisiana – led by Judge …
We need to talk about the ticking time bomb that’s lying beneath our soil: zombie oil wells. The Rusting Relics of America’s Oil Boom Millions of old oil and gas wells are scattered across the U.S., not producing energy anymore but instead leaking dangerous chemicals into the environment. An Environmental Nightmare in the Making These rusty relics could become an …
A new study shows how hydropower can be used, stored, and increased in the US, although global warming can still have an impact. Some Good News A new study by the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) brings some hope to those of us stressed about climate change. Published in Environmental Research Letters on August 8th, the study indicates how the …
Adopting a sustainable lifestyle doesn’t just help the planet; it can also lead you to financial freedom. Here are 25 practical ways sustainable living can save you money and boost your financial health. 1. Lower Energy Bills Switching to energy-efficient appliances and lighting can cut your energy bills significantly. Using LED bulbs and ENERGY STAR-rated appliances can reduce your electricity …
Is green energy too good to be true? The details of a new report may shock you. The Hidden Cost of Going Green It seems as though there could be a life-threatening flaw in the race to hit the nation’s green energy targets and to net zero. The Electric Revolution’s Dark Secret We all know about the shift to electric …
A Missouri judge just ruled against a state law forcing financial institutions to get approval when considering environmental, social, and governance factors in their investment decisions. This push from Republican lawmakers is part of the movement against “woke” policies in business. Controversial Regulations An investment regulation was recently introduced as a way of stopping financial institutions from considering environmental, social, …
Warmer air means more lightning bolts, but if you think that is bringing more rainstorms, you’re wrong. Danger, High Voltage When climate scientists tell us that global warming is affecting/worsening everything, they don’t just refer to higher temperatures and faster melting snow. It seems even lightning bolts are aggravated the more our climate is spiraling out of control. But How? …
