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NYC food
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

A Key to New York City's Water Quality That's Hiding in Plain Sight

The cast-iron boxes in NYC are water sampling stations, crucial yet often overlooked.
Nearly 1,000 water sampling stations exist in NYC, serving vital public health efforts.
NYC politics
fromPeople.com
2 weeks ago

Man, 59, Killed in Freak Sewage Boat Explosion That Might Have Been Caused by Welding at Work

A dedicated DEP employee, Raymond Feige, died in a sewage boat explosion in New York City, highlighting the dangers faced by workers in essential public services.
NYC food
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

A Key to New York City's Water Quality That's Hiding in Plain Sight

The cast-iron boxes in NYC are water sampling stations, crucial yet often overlooked.
Nearly 1,000 water sampling stations exist in NYC, serving vital public health efforts.
NYC politics
fromPeople.com
2 weeks ago

Man, 59, Killed in Freak Sewage Boat Explosion That Might Have Been Caused by Welding at Work

A dedicated DEP employee, Raymond Feige, died in a sewage boat explosion in New York City, highlighting the dangers faced by workers in essential public services.
#climate-change
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Trump's environmental rule-shredding will put lives at risk, ex-EPA heads say

Former EPA leaders warn against rollbacks endangering public health and environment due to proposed rule changes by EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Green leader Adrian Ramsay: Labour's growth v nature' framing is an outrage

Labour's prioritization of economic growth over environmental protection is criticized for being dangerous by Green party co-leader Adrian Ramsay.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Trump's environmental rule-shredding will put lives at risk, ex-EPA heads say

Former EPA leaders warn against rollbacks endangering public health and environment due to proposed rule changes by EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

Trump's environmental protection budget cuts appear to target San Francisco Bay

San Francisco Bay faces imminent threats from significant funding cuts to environmental protection under the current administration.
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

We used to agree on Earth Day. Political division has changed the environmental priorities

The 55th Earth Day highlights environmental regression under current Republican leadership, undoing Nixon-era protections.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Green leader Adrian Ramsay: Labour's growth v nature' framing is an outrage

Labour's prioritization of economic growth over environmental protection is criticized for being dangerous by Green party co-leader Adrian Ramsay.
#ontario-politics
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago
UK politics

Launch of mandatory Ontario Greenbelt review months overdue, internal docs show | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago
UK politics

Launch of mandatory Ontario Greenbelt review months overdue, internal docs show | CBC News

fromEarth911
5 days ago

Earth Action: Dispose of Pesticides

The most important thing you can do to support bee populations is to eliminate pesticides from your garden.
Public health
#deep-sea-mining
World politics
fromNature
1 week ago

A message from island leaders: protect the Pacific Ocean from deep-sea mining

Deep-sea mining in the Pacific threatens ocean health and cultural heritage.
Economic benefits must not override environmental protection in Pacific nations.
World politics
fromNature
1 week ago

A message from island leaders: protect the Pacific Ocean from deep-sea mining

Deep-sea mining in the Pacific threatens ocean health and cultural heritage.
Economic benefits must not override environmental protection in Pacific nations.
#biodiversity
#planning-bill
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

UK MPs call for ban on bottom trawling in protected marine areas

Even within designated marine protected areas, practices like bottom trawling are allowed to continue, proving detrimental to both the seabed and marine biodiversity.
UK politics
#pollution
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

'Inbox from hell': Environmental groups outraged after EPA says polluters can email for exemptions

EPA facilitates presidential exemptions for polluters under the Clean Air Act, raising concerns from environmental groups.
Environment
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Firms in court over river pollution that threatened fish and sensitive habitats

Legal penalties for environmental violations are insufficient, inadequately addressing severe ecological damages.
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

'Inbox from hell': Environmental groups outraged after EPA says polluters can email for exemptions

EPA facilitates presidential exemptions for polluters under the Clean Air Act, raising concerns from environmental groups.
Environment
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Firms in court over river pollution that threatened fish and sensitive habitats

Legal penalties for environmental violations are insufficient, inadequately addressing severe ecological damages.
#wildlife-conservation
SF politics
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Why changing the Endangered Species Act's definition of 'harm' would undo key protections

The Trump administration's proposed change to the Endangered Species Act could jeopardize the protection of endangered species by altering the definition of harm.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Environment

Ford government's proposed new legislation would be 'catastrophic' for wildlife, environmental groups warn | CBC News

SF politics
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Why changing the Endangered Species Act's definition of 'harm' would undo key protections

The Trump administration's proposed change to the Endangered Species Act could jeopardize the protection of endangered species by altering the definition of harm.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Environment

Ford government's proposed new legislation would be 'catastrophic' for wildlife, environmental groups warn | CBC News

#mining
fromFast Company
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Peru shrinks Nazca Lines reserve by 42%-sparking environmental and cultural concerns

Privacy professionals
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Peru shrinks Nazca Lines reserve by 42%-sparking environmental and cultural concerns

Peru's reduction of its Nazca Lines archaeological park sparks concern over weakened protections against mining activities.
#community-advocacy
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Sargent Ranch: Landowners who proposed controversial quarry sell large chunk of property in Santa Clara County

fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Sargent Ranch: Landowners who proposed controversial quarry sell large chunk of property in Santa Clara County

Tech industry
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

How microwave tech can help reclaim critical materials from e-waste

Improved recycling technology is crucial for recovering valuable materials from e-waste, making recycling safer, cleaner, and more effective.
#water-quality
Skiing
fromeuronews
2 weeks ago

Video. Everest faces pressure from climate change and overcrowding

The Nepal government is working to improve climbing safety and environmental practices after concerns raised by Everest summiteers.
#ontario
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago
Toronto startup

Ontario First Nations leaders warn of 'conflict on the ground' if controversial Bill 5 passes | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago
Canada news

Ontario NDP, Liberals successfully stall Bill 5 after filibustering until midnight Thursday | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago
Toronto startup

Ontario First Nations leaders warn of 'conflict on the ground' if controversial Bill 5 passes | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago
Canada news

Ontario NDP, Liberals successfully stall Bill 5 after filibustering until midnight Thursday | CBC News

#indigenous-rights
Remote teams
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

A deadly mission: how Dom Phillips and Bruno Pereira tried to warn the world about the Amazon's destruction

The tragic disappearance of Pereira and Phillips highlights the dangers faced by those protecting Indigenous rights in the Amazon.
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago
Canada news

First Nations leaders in Ontario's Ring of Fire region demand Bill 5 be struck down | CBC News

Remote teams
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

A deadly mission: how Dom Phillips and Bruno Pereira tried to warn the world about the Amazon's destruction

The tragic disappearance of Pereira and Phillips highlights the dangers faced by those protecting Indigenous rights in the Amazon.
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago
Canada news

First Nations leaders in Ontario's Ring of Fire region demand Bill 5 be struck down | CBC News

Miami Marlins
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 weeks ago

Florida charter boat captain sentenced to prison, $51,000 fine for shooting and poisoning dolphins

A charter boat captain was sentenced for poisoning and shooting dolphins, violating federal marine protection laws.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

I honestly don't know what's going to happen next': Brockwell Park festival row ignites debate over public space

This is about a small number of people trying to limit a larger number of people's access to space.
London politics
#conservation
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago
Black Lives Matter

Calif.'s newest national monument targeted by Texas group in lawsuit

fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago
Black Lives Matter

Calif.'s newest national monument targeted by Texas group in lawsuit

fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

Young tourist faces massive fine for tossing large rock into visitor-filled gorge: 'Your little joke could've ended badly'

This stunt could cost you dearly, with fines ranging from about $5,600 to a whopping $224,500 for disturbing the environment in national parks.
OMG science
#community-issues
#trump-administration
California
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Opinion | What the War on California's Water Is Really About

The California Delta symbolizes the conflict between agricultural needs and environmental protection, highlighted by political interventions and debates over resource allocation.
SF politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago

Scientists express growing concern over Trump administration targeting CA environmental laws

The Trump administration's rollbacks of environmental laws in California raise serious concerns about water management and protections for endangered species.
from48 hills
1 month ago
SF politics

Trump attacks on the environment aren't new. But why are Democrats helping? - 48 hills

California
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Opinion | What the War on California's Water Is Really About

The California Delta symbolizes the conflict between agricultural needs and environmental protection, highlighted by political interventions and debates over resource allocation.
SF politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago

Scientists express growing concern over Trump administration targeting CA environmental laws

The Trump administration's rollbacks of environmental laws in California raise serious concerns about water management and protections for endangered species.
SF politics
from48 hills
1 month ago

Trump attacks on the environment aren't new. But why are Democrats helping? - 48 hills

Trump's administration threatens environmental laws, while some Democrats aid in weakening protections against environmental degradation.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 month ago

San Jose tightens abandoned shopping cart policies - San Jose Spotlight

"At least 2,000 shopping carts are abandoned across San Jose per year, and beautification workers are tired of having to 'fish out' carts from the waterways."
San Jose Sharks
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Letters: Santa Clara County board must deny builder's remedy plans

Santa Clara County's rural areas are threatened by builder's remedy proposals that could lead to significant loss of farmland and open spaces.
US Elections
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 month ago

Defra taps BT to connect workers, sensors across UK | Computer Weekly

Defra's five-year contract with BT aims to enhance rural connectivity, enabling real-time reporting of environmental data critical for farming and flood management.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

First-of-its-kind Hawaii bill raises tourist taxes to fund climate relief

Hawaii lawmakers' legislation, the first in the US, increases lodging taxes for environmental protection and disaster resilience funding amid a growing climate crisis.
NYC politics
#public-health
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Can philanthropy fill the gap as government aid shrinks? A NYT reporter weighs in

The Trump administration is significantly cutting government funding for crucial sectors, prompting philanthropists to step in, often with conditional support.
SF food
fromNature
2 months ago

How to get rid of toxic 'forever chemical' pollution

Wilmington, NC uses reactivated carbon to remove PFAS chemicals from drinking water as part of a $43 million initiative, highlighting effective water safety efforts.
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Can philanthropy fill the gap as government aid shrinks? A NYT reporter weighs in

The Trump administration is significantly cutting government funding for crucial sectors, prompting philanthropists to step in, often with conditional support.
Environment
fromTruthout
1 month ago

New EPA Regulatory Changes on PFAS Spark Public Health Concerns

Trump administration's new PFAS regulatory framework raises health advocates' concerns over public safety.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
2 months ago

EPA Cuts Would Strike a Blow to New York, Former Agency Administrator Says

Federal cuts to the EPA threaten critical environmental protections and data essential for public health in New York.
Environment
fromFast Company
1 month ago

'Forever chemicals' were about to be more tightly regulated-now Trump will decide whether to loosen the rules

PFAS exposure may have serious health consequences and was a contributing factor in a kidney cancer diagnosis for a North Carolina teacher.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Italy's appetite for wood fuels Albanian forest crisis DW 04/29/2025

"In the last 20 years, Albania has lost approximately 33% of its woody biomass," says Abdulla Diku, a forestry engineer who has been studying the situation in Albanian forests for years.
Europe politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Cement head dumped tons of concrete in fire-ravaged Long Island pine barrens - and now he's facing hard time: cops

Our environment is precious. These types of crimes cannot and will not be tolerated, and law enforcement will find and arrest anybody who dares to illegally dispose of any waste in Suffolk County.
NYC politics
San Francisco
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Pope Francis's progressive legacy remembered in Bay Area for LGBTQ, immigration, environmental stands

Pope Francis's progressive teachings deeply resonated in California, shaping discussions on immigration, the environment, and acceptance.
UK politics
fromHomebuilding
1 month ago

Labour MP sparks internal split over planning reforms for housing due to environmental concerns

Chris Hinchliff calls for a 'left alternative' to planning reforms, emphasizing environmental protections and community control over housing.
#austin
#heritage-conservation
#law-enforcement
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Man Pleads Guilty to Selling Sperm Whale Teeth and Bones

A South Carolina man pleaded guilty to importing and selling protected sperm whale parts illegally, highlighting issues of wildlife trafficking.
fromInsideHook
2 months ago

Bali's Government Isn't Happy With Rude Tourists

It's prompted a number of governments to take action and clarify regulations on how tourists should behave - and recently, Bali's governor, Wayan Koster, joined the list of officials speaking out against ill-behaved tourists.
Environment
fromwww.denverpost.com
2 months ago

The prettiest places in the U.S. that you'll need a lottery permit to visit

The iconic Wave hike attracts visitors to its unique sandstone formations, but strict permit systems ensure that its delicate environment is preserved.
Wine
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

London boroughs raise fly-tipping fines to 1,000

Fly-tipping is a criminal offence under the Environmental Protection Act 1990, and as councils increase fines, action remains crucial to address the growing problem.
London politics
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

SOS suing state agency over failure to provide information on MoPac expansion - Austin Monitor

Bobby Levinski, an attorney with Save our Springs Alliance, emphasized the environmental risks posed by excavation in the recharge zone of the Edwards Aquifer, warning that the construction plan would jeopardize precious ecosystems and endangered species.
Alternative transportation
NYC politics
fromBrownstoner
2 months ago

Long-Delayed Gowanus Canal Overflow Tank Progresses

The Red Hook tank is vital for the Gowanus Canal Superfund cleanup and ensures the canal's protection during storms.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

DEP hits NYC woman, 86, with $22K water bill she says is mistake - and could see her lose her home

"DEP not only needs to cancel this ridiculous $22,000 bill. They need to issue an apology to Mrs. McGowan," said Senator Liu, who expressed concern that this could be happening to other city residents.
NYC politics
Europe news
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

Brought to eel: France busts elver-smuggling ring

A major operation to dismantle eel smuggling in France revealed significant ecological damage and the involvement of fishing professionals in illegal trade.
Running
fromiRunFar
2 months ago

How Federal Layoffs Threaten Trail Races and Public Lands

Iconic trail races on public lands face threats due to federal layoffs; advocacy is crucial to maintain access.
#raul-grijalva
US politics
fromwww.twincities.com
3 months ago

Democratic Rep. Raul M. Grijalva of Arizona dies at 77

Rep. Raul M. Grijalva, a champion of environmental causes, passed away at 77 after battling cancer, leaving behind a legislative legacy.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Democratic Rep. Raul M. Grijalva of Arizona dies at 77

U.S. Rep. Raul M. Grijalva died at 77, leaving a legacy of environmental advocacy and leadership in Congress.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Democratic congressman Raul Grijalva dies aged 77

Raul M. Grijalva, a prominent advocate for environmental protection, passed away due to cancer complications after an impactful 12-term career in Congress.
US politics
fromwww.twincities.com
3 months ago

Democratic Rep. Raul M. Grijalva of Arizona dies at 77

Rep. Raul M. Grijalva, a champion of environmental causes, passed away at 77 after battling cancer, leaving behind a legislative legacy.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Democratic Rep. Raul M. Grijalva of Arizona dies at 77

U.S. Rep. Raul M. Grijalva died at 77, leaving a legacy of environmental advocacy and leadership in Congress.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Democratic congressman Raul Grijalva dies aged 77

Raul M. Grijalva, a prominent advocate for environmental protection, passed away due to cancer complications after an impactful 12-term career in Congress.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
UK politics

The sewage scandal ends now': UK water company fines to be used to clean up rivers

Fines imposed on water firms will support environmental restoration efforts for waterways, ensuring funds are not diverted to the Treasury.
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