Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “Eco Matters”
“Highly confident” Governor Jared Polis aims to make the state 100% renewable “by 2040”. Presenting New Plants Thanks to Colorado’s investment in geothermal energy, a handful of utility-scale hot water electricity plants can be expected within the next few years. This is according to studies released on Monday by Gov. Jared Polis, the 43rd governor of Colorado, and his energy …
Vice President Kamala Harris, who recently announced her intention to run against Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential election, has a strong record on climate change. Climate Change Remains Critical for Democrats Climate and the environment are among some of the most pressing issues driving Democratic voters in the 2024 election. For many, Kamala Harris is just the candidate they’ve …
Let’s cut through the hysteria: every piece of produce you’ve ever eaten is genetically modified, one way or another. So why the panic over foods not labeled as ‘non-GMO’? 1. Understanding Genetic Modification Genetic modification isn’t just about what happens in a lab; it’s been a part of agriculture for thousands of years through selective breeding. Crops like corn and …
We know the rising heat in the US isn’t good for climate change, but now we hear that corn fields in high temperatures also contribute to global warming? How?? Wait, Corn Sweats? We know how wildfires can exacerbate the high heat conditions that the US is suffering from, but corn? More specifically, the “sweat” seeping out of the corn? But …
Climate change is here, and some states are shockingly unprepared. Are you living in one of these states of denial? 1. Florida: Paradise Under Siege Florida faces catastrophic risks from rising sea levels, with 3 million people projected to be affected by 2050. Miami is already experiencing regular flooding, and adaptation costs are estimated to reach $4 billion by 2030. …
SpaceX has postponed its much-anticipated Polaris Dawn mission. This was because of a helium leak detected in the ground-side equipment. The Helium Leak: A Critical Issue The leak was discovered during pre-launch checks. It is one of the main reasons for delaying the Polaris Dawn mission. Helium is used to pressurize the rocket’s fuel tanks, and any leak could become …
A widely-used weedkiller has been banned in the US after the EPA judged it too dangerous for farmworkers, particularly pregnant females and their unborn children. Emergency Ban Issued In a historic move, the Environmental Protection Agency has issued an emergency ban on the pesticide DCPA, also known as Dacthal, due to the health risks it poses. DCPA Dimethyl tetrachloroterephthalate (DCPA) …
The UN Secretary-General has recently highlighted the dangers of rising seas as he advocates more cuts to toxic emissions. Coming For Us All Millions of people around the globe are at risk of displacement, starvation, and disease as the sea levels continue to rise. The General Secretary warns that the “surging seas are coming for us all” in his speech. …
From high-heat warnings to snow-covered mountain peaks, this week’s weather watch brings something for everyone – but what about hurricanes? What a Week for Weather Heatwaves, flash floods, hurricanes… it’s been a crazy time for US weather. And although some hot temperatures are still doing their thing, it might be some of the last we see of this year’s excessively …
The temperature rise has reached unprecedented heights across the US. However, four states have experienced such severe heat waves that they have prompted warnings and necessary emergency actions. The Unending Sauna Arizona, California, Nevada, and Texas have been experiencing severe temperature spikes for over a month. Recently, Phoenix has seen record-breaking temperatures of over 110°F, raising heat stroke and healthcare …
