Your local park is bringing in the green (and by that, we mean money)
A new report finds that for every dollar invested in parks, cities reap $3 in economic benefits.
Tag: public health
Advocates call for action as harmful algae blooms threaten Tallahassee waterways
Community advocates and researchers confront the growing concern over harmful algae blooms.
Data centers impact the health and energy costs of surrounding communities
Data centers affect five main areas: air quality, water quality, noise levels, land use and electric bills.
Wildfires are reversing America’s progress on ozone pollution, the main ingredient in smog
As the Earth and its atmosphere warm, wildfire seasons are becoming longer and more severe.
Using diesel generators to power the AI revolution would kill hundreds of Americans a year
Diesel generators are among the dirtiest energy sources, emitting fine particulate matter and related chemicals.
Trump funds two new coal plants and extends another dozen, citing ‘energy dominance’
An emergency order is being used to stave off closure of a coal plant in Orlando that was set to ...
Video: What are forever chemicals?
This bite-sized video explores the impact of PFAS, or forever chemicals, on our environment and health.
The race to mine critical minerals for AI and clean energy is creating ‘sacrifice zones’
These zones are places where human and ecological well-being are traded away for technological breakthroughs.
Salty drinking water could be increasing your blood pressure – people living in coastal areas are most at risk
Groundwater is becoming saltier as rising sea levels push sea water into freshwater aquifers.
Blocking net-zero pollution policies is dangerous for Floridians
HB 1217 blocks net-zero policies to cut climate pollution, even when those policies protect public health.