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UAW president’s tough words against Stellantis at DNC may be a warning
United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain went after Stellantis, the maker of Jeep and Ram, at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) on Monday, Aug. 19. He claimed that the company is dragging its feet on a promise to restart an assembly plant in Belvidere, Illinois. Fain warned that reneging on the deal could lead to… -
Wind turbines and bird deaths: contextualizing Trump’s claims
Former President Donald Trump recently claimed that wind turbines are responsible for a significant number of bird deaths, describing the areas beneath them as “bird cemeteries” with “thousands of birds dead” beneath them. While his assertion highlights a real issue, the broader context reveals a more nuanced picture. Wind turbines do indeed pose a threat… -
UK researchers seek to harness AI and drones to combat wildfires
Drones could soon be teaming up in swarms to battle wildfires before they spread out of control. Researchers in the United Kingdom hope they can harness the power of artificial intelligence to create fleets of drones capable of detecting and extinguishing flames at an early stage. A combined team of firefighters, scientists and engineers are… -
How a bet on social media turned into a problem for renewable energy
What started as a bet on social media has turned into one of the most unexpected problems facing the renewable energy transition. Back in 2017, Australia faced a series of storms that exposed critical weaknesses in its fossil fuel-dependent power infrastructure. Tesla CEO Elon Musk then claimed on Twitter he could solve the problem within… -
Semiconductor companies under pressure to release more on safety risks
In a push to build more semiconductors in the United States, the Biden administration invested billions of dollars in new facilities. However, while the semiconductors may be vital to modern life, there are serious concerns over the health risks associated with the creation of these facilities, according to some environmental groups. Environmentalists and labor unions… -
Michael Oher of ‘The Blind Side’ speaks out on lawsuit against the Tuohys
Former NFL star Michael Oher has broken his silence on the lawsuit he filed last year against Leigh Anne and Sean Tuohy. The Tuohys were portrayed in the movie “The Blind Side.” Oher, whose life was famously depicted in the 2009 film, accused the Tuohys of deceiving him into a conservatorship rather than adopting him,… -
London Zoo becomes latest to remove Banksy street mural for protection
The London Zoo has taken action to preserve a new street mural by the elusive street artist, Banksy. The artwork, which mysteriously appeared on the zoo’s gate, shows a gorilla lifting up part of the gate, allowing birds and a sea lion to escape. It quickly became a hit with visitors, drawing large crowds. The… -
School bus rides are getting greener, but in some cases more expensive
As students across the United States return to classrooms, their transportation may soon be getting cleaner. School districts nationwide are exploring the adoption of electric school buses, a move that promises environmental benefits but has come with some financial challenges. This year, a district in California is set to unveil the first all-electric fleet of… -
Feds push for ropeless fishing gear to better protect rare whales
It’s a big investment towards protecting one of the world’s most endangered whale species. The federal government announced earlier in August that millions will be invested in new technology to help save the North Atlantic right whale. With fewer than 360 of the whales left, efforts are underway to make commercial fishing safer for these… -
Wind and solar may produce more energy than coal in the US this year
For the first time in U.S. history, renewable energy sources have generated more electricity than coal for seven consecutive months. According to data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), wind and solar power produced more net electricity for the nation than coal from January through July 2024. In addition to this development, the EIA… -
US government invests billions to boost domestic semiconductor production
The U.S. government is making significant investments to increase domestic semiconductor production, a critical component in nearly all modern electronics. This push comes as part of a broader effort to reduce reliance on foreign manufacturing and regain a competitive edge in this industry. In 1990, the United States accounted for over a third of the… -
Study finds some EVs are dropping in value by up to 50% annually
Electric vehicles (EVs) are losing value at a faster rate than their gas-powered counterparts, according to a recent investigation by the magazine “Wired.” While all vehicles depreciate over time, certain EV models are experiencing particularly sharp declines, with some losing hundreds of dollars in value every day. For most gas-powered cars, the average annual depreciation… -
More landlords offer incentives to get more renters
Rent prices have skyrocketed in the past few years, but renters might be finding a bit of an edge now. More rentals are sitting empty — leading landlords to look for ways to sweeten the pot. Zillow said the share of listings offering incentives, like free parking or a few weeks rent-free, is up to…