The Agricultural Food Chemical Reassessment Act, championed by U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky, proposes a significant overhaul in the safety evaluation of seven key chemicals used in the production of meat, dairy, and egg products.
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Sites Reservoir Aims to Reshape California’s Water Landscape
In accordance with the Bureau of Reclamation’s recommendation, Congress greenlit the allocation of $205.6 million in federal funding for the Sites Reservoir Project.
North Carolina is Home to a New Solar Recycling Plant
In its inaugural year, SPR processed around 68,000 panels, and projections for this year indicate an increase to over 150,000 panels.
Furno Ignites Decarbonization in Cement Production with $6.5M Seed Funding
With a dedicated commitment to decarbonizing one of the world’s most carbon-intensive industries, Furno has recently announced the closure of a remarkable $6.5 million seed funding round.
California’s Climate Challenge: Can it Accelerate Progress to Meet 2030 Goals?
The just released California Green Innovation Index reveals significant strides towards decarbonization but also a crucial rebound in emissions, posing challenges to meeting the state’s ambitious 2030 climate goals. Despite advances in renewable energy and electric vehicle adoption, California faces hurdles in its power sector and needs accelerated efforts to stay on course.
unspun, Walmart Pilot Innovative 3D Weaving Tech to Revolutionize Garment Production
The pilot project promises to significantly reduce fashion’s environmental footprint, promising a greener future for apparel production and localized textile manufacturing.
Next Wave of Renewable Energy Storage Featuring Hot Sand and Bricks
With the innovative use of heated sand and specially designed bricks, these simple materials are being transformed into powerful tools to store and release energy, offering a promising answer to the fluctuating nature of solar and wind power.
The Electrochemical Charge Against PFAS Pollution
University of Rochester’s study introduces a scalable, cost-effective electrocatalysis method to combat PFAS pollution. The research develops nanocatalysts for the defluorination of PFAS, promising a significant leap in water treatment technology.
Microplastics in Human Blood: A Health Risk for Stroke and Heart Attacks
In the wake of growing concerns over the environmental and health impacts of plastic pollution, recent research has spotlighted the insidious presence of microplastics in human tissues and their potential link to significant health issues, including cardiovascular diseases.
President Biden’s Clean Energy Agenda Takes Root in Alaska
With a focus on affordability, resilience, and dependability, these projects reflect a significant step toward a greener future.