Environment
Why the United States undercounts climate-driven deaths
A number of limitations prevent health departments from identifying an accurate climate-related death count. Experts say the lack of robust data coverage could hamper state and local governments' ability to implement preventative measures.
‘How’s the air?’ Using AI to track coal train dust
Using artificial intelligence, researchers are tracking how en route trains affect air quality. The data could help improve environmental policy in urban areas hit hardest by poor air quality.
Water conservation model built on the Rio Grande may be a template for rest of US
Sen. Martin Heinrich hopes to add a nationwide groundwater conservation program to the Farm Bill.
A need for green: Cities look to trees to improve health, climate justice
Cities and nonprofits are turning to trees as a possible solution to incoming climate crises and public health disparities.
Montana kids win historic climate lawsuit—here’s why it could set a powerful precedent
COMMENTARY | This result sets a groundbreaking precedent for climate litigation and demonstrates a new way in which green amendments can be invoked to elicit environmental change.
Louisiana breaks ground on experimental project to rebuild lost wetlands
The Mid-Barataria Diversion Project is a cornerstone of a $50 billion effort to save the state’s eroding coast.
Did plastic straw bans work? Yes, but not in the way you’d think.
Plastic straws used to be “environment enemy number one.”
Most cities' climate plans don’t plan for a green workforce, report says
As cities look to meet ambitious climate goals, many are missing key details in their plans to build the workforce they will need.
Early detection helps states control invasive species before it’s too late
By leveraging innovative detection and monitoring tools, state and local land managers can get ahead of the environmental and fiscal consequences of the aggressive spread of non-native plants.
Feds announce funds for renewable energy facility planning
State and local governments can apply for funds to support the complex decision-making processes around large-scale renewable energy planning, siting and permitting.
As EPA cracks down on ‘forever chemicals,’ cities worry about the price tag
In addition to the billions of dollars it will take to keep PFAS out of drinking water, water utilities could be on the hook for even more if a federal law isn’t changed.
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