US Energy Secretary Granholm to visit Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge National Laboratory is leading many projects that could change how we use and save energy nationwide. U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm will visit East Tennessee next week to check in on the region’s energy innovations. The visit is part of the Biden administration’s plan to fund projects around and emphasize goals of decarbonization, […]
IDEM announces $3.5 million available for clean air projects | News
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management has announced Round 4 of grant funding for clean air projects that reduce diesel emissions from nonroad vehicles or equipment across the state. The program, DieselWise Indiana with Volkswagen Diesel Emissions Reduction Act Option, will distribute awards ranging from $50,000 to $1 million, with a total of $3.5 million […]
5 Principles of Sustainable Architecture
The need for sustainable architecture has never been more urgent. With the rapid pace of urbanization and the worsening effects of climate change, we must build sustainably. But what exactly is sustainable architecture? And what principles should we follow to ensure that our buildings are sustainable? In short, sustainable architecture is the practice of designing […]
Washoe County Commission District 2 Candidate Surveys
Earlier this year, KUNR Public Radio launched a survey asking community members to share topics or issues they would like to hear about from candidates running in Nevada’s 2022 elections. Many community members voiced concern about climate change and wanted to know how their local politicians would respond to environmental issues. With additional environmental questions […]
Rep. Courtney proposes legislation to address mold, issues in public housing
U.S. Rep. Joe Courtney, D-2nd District, is pushing for a federal mold standard and proposing legislation to help address the living conditions at Branford Manor, a federally subsidized housing complex in the City of Groton. Courtney said he plans to introduce legislation that would give the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development more enforcement […]
Vermont Woodlands Association names Forrer executive director
Vermont Business Magazine The Vermont Woodlands Association recently welcomed Kate Forrer as the group’s new executive director. Kate joins the VWA after working in forestry outreach & education at the University of Vermont Extension. Through her work at UVM Extension, Kate partnered with VWA in the past on many projects that served Vermont’s forests. Kate’s […]
Sandy Parrill: Frosty fall days | Local News
“Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower.” I’ve always loved this quote by Albert Camus for the richness of the colorful vision it conjures in my soul — even though what he was writing about was allegorical, referring to the autumn of life (which may be more apt than I care […]
SENIOR LOOKOUT: What to look for in a space heaters, and safe use tips | News
With temperatures starting to drop in the evenings, I find myself using a space heater while I watch TV. I don’t need to keep my entire home toasty, but I do like to have my living room or office comfortably warm while I’m using the room. So, a space heater makes sense for me. Safety […]
The air quality index explained
A regular assessment of air quality in the United States started in 1976, about six years after the Environmental Protection Agency was created. According to AirNow.gov, the law requires any metropolitan area with a population of more than 350,000 to report air quality on a daily basis. The Air Quality Index, better known as AQI, […]
Walls to come down at Topsail Middle as school board bows to pressure on mold issue
Remediation will begin on indoor air quality issues at Topsail Middle School, starting this weekend. (Port City Daily/Amy Passaretti) PENDER COUNTY — More than a year after a report sounded the alarm on poor air quality in Topsail Middle School, followed by public outcry and recent pressure from board members, Pender County Schools is taking […]