2 States Ban PFAS From Firefighter Gear. Advocates Hope More Will Follow
"Massachusetts and Connecticut are the first two states in the nation to ban PFAS from firefighter gear, citing health hazards."
Source: USA TODAY, 09/04/2024
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"Unauthorized Drones Are Making Wildfires More Destructive"
"An alarming trend, and confusing regulations, hamper firefighting efforts across the country"
Source: Sierra, 08/28/2024
Scientists Seek To Make Your Hamburger Less Bad For The Planet
"Researchers in California are working to genetically engineer the cow microbiome -- and in the process, eliminate methane emissions."
Source: Washington Post, 08/26/2024
"Second Major Solar Storm Of Year Hits Earth As Sunspot Cycle Intensifies"
"Federal forecasters are warning of a severe solar storm through Tuesday that potentially threatens satellites, orbital communications and some infrastructure."
Source: The Hill, 08/13/2024
"The ‘Internet of Animals’ Could Transform What We Know About Wildlife"
"Scientists studying migrations, endangered species, and global change are placing tracking devices on thousands of animals that will be monitored by a satellite-based system set to launch next year. If successful, the project could help illuminate the planet’s nonhuman worlds."
Source: YaleE360, 08/01/2024
"A Company Wanted To Store Carbon Under US Forests; It May Get Its Wish"
"The U.S. Forest Service said ‘no’ when CapturePoint asked to put carbon capture projects under national forests. The agency is now reconsidering."
Source: Floodlight, 07/29/2024
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