NEW DATA: Large share of U.S. climate pollution comes from handful of coal...
America’s most polluting facilities emit more greenhouse gasses than some entire states. The post NEW DATA: Large share of U.S. climate pollution comes from handful of coal and gas plants appeared...
View ArticleThere’s now five times more solar than nuclear power in the world
New report finds global nuclear power capacity is less than the solar added in 2023 alone The post There’s now five times more solar than nuclear power in the world appeared first on Environment...
View ArticleWhole Foods launches a sweet deal for the bees
Whole Foods is joining the fight to save the bees by banning toxic pesticides for their growers and florists starting in 2025. The post Whole Foods launches a sweet deal for the bees appeared first on...
View ArticleThousands tell U.S. Senators: Don’t support wasting energy
As some in Congress push to undo energy-saving measures, constituents urge leaders to stand up for programs that save energy, reduce pollution and save lives The post Thousands tell U.S. Senators:...
View ArticleHeat pump water heater sales soar
More than 190,000 heat pump water heaters were shipped in the United States last year, representing a 35% increase over 2022. The post Heat pump water heater sales soar appeared first on Environment...
View Article6 million kids now attend a solar-powered school
New report finds solar power at U.S. K-12 schools has more than quadrupled in the last 10 years The post 6 million kids now attend a solar-powered school appeared first on Environment Maryland.
View ArticleA surge in energy-intensive computing threatens America’s renewable energy...
We must not allow wasteful new uses of energy to derail our efforts to get off dirty and dangerous fuels The post A surge in energy-intensive computing threatens America’s renewable energy transition...
View ArticleFracking is an environmental disaster
Polluted waterways. Destroyed wild places. Dead wildlife. The environmental impact of fracking is devastating. The post Fracking is an environmental disaster appeared first on Environment Maryland.
View ArticleThe Bethany Beach firefly is threatened
This firefly needs and may soon get the protections of the Endangered Species Act. The post The Bethany Beach firefly is threatened appeared first on Environment Maryland.
View ArticleSolar farms can protect habitats and biodiversity
A recent study shows how solar-pollinator habitats can solve two environmental problems at once The post Solar farms can protect habitats and biodiversity appeared first on Environment Maryland.
View ArticleThe Wilderness Act at 60: A uniquely American legacy
Sixty years old and still going strong, the Wilderness Act shows how shared national values can transcend even the most bitter partisan divisions. The post The Wilderness Act at 60: A uniquely American...
View ArticleCopepods: the Right whale’s favorite tiny snack
Learn more about Copepods, the tiny critter that makes a huge impact The post Copepods: the Right whale’s favorite tiny snack appeared first on Environment Maryland.
View ArticleGeneral Mills shareholders call for less plastic, more truth in recycling
A noteworthy 40% of General Mills shareholders voted last week in favor of a proposal urging the food company to assess how it can increase the scale, pace and rigor of its sustainability efforts,...
View ArticleTricks for cutting waste this Halloween
The amount of excessive waste generated during the spooky season is downright scary. But it doesn’t have to be this way. The post Tricks for cutting waste this Halloween appeared first on Environment...
View ArticleWalmart has big climate plans, so where is rooftop solar?
The retail giant committed to net-zero emissions by 2040. Why do solar panels on their store roofs stores not play a bigger role in their plans? The post Walmart has big climate plans, so where is...
View ArticleNew report: A staggering 73% drop in wildlife populations
The loss of vertebrate animals since 1970 is alarming. Whether on land or at sea, wildlife populations are rapidly declining. The post New report: A staggering 73% drop in wildlife populations appeared...
View ArticleSTATEMENT: Google takes a wrong turn with nuclear deal
Renewable energy alternatives safer, cheaper, quicker to build The post STATEMENT: Google takes a wrong turn with nuclear deal appeared first on Environment Maryland.
View ArticleEnergy storage for solar at record high interest and record low prices
New report from EnergySage finds consumers are more willing than ever to add storage to their solar systems. The post Energy storage for solar at record high interest and record low prices appeared...
View ArticleRELEASE: New interactive map, corporate disclosure show progress on lawn care...
Cities, states, corporations slashing pollution, noise from gas-powered lawn equipment The post RELEASE: New interactive map, corporate disclosure show progress on lawn care electrification appeared...
View ArticleThe marvel of monarch migration
There are so many strange and wonderful facts about the monarch butterfly. Check them out. The post The marvel of monarch migration appeared first on Environment Maryland.
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