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Study finds EVs, hybrids twice as likely to hit pedestrians, causing more fatalities
A recent study published by the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health found that drivers of electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrids are twice as likely to hit pedestrians compared to those driving traditional gas-powered cars, potentially leading to more fatal accidents. This conclusion came from a review of British road accidents. The study examined 32… -
Study: Bison herd removes more carbon than world’s largest CO2 capture plant
A herd of bison in Romania might actually be better for the planet than the world’s largest carbon capture facility, according to recent findings by scientists at the Yale School of the Environment. Over 200 years ago, these animals roamed across what is now present-day Romania, playing a crucial role in the ecosystem before they… -
Amid worsening crisis, aid delivery being halted by UN from Gaza pier
Amid disruptions to aid delivery, the United Nations is planning new routes to deliver aid from a U.S.-built pier off of the Gazan coast, according to a Gaza spokesperson. The halt to deliveries comes after crowds of Palestinians desperate for food intercepted trucks, causing operations to be suspended for a third day on Tuesday, May… -
Controversial, massive $1.2 billion solar farm set to be built in Wyoming
A major green energy company proposed a $1.2 billion solar farm near Laramie, Wyoming. When completed, the farm will have around 1.2 million solar panels. However, the proposal does not come without controversy as landowners and environmentalists have expressed concerns about its impact on the land. The project is part of a larger effort in… -
Slow build up of EV chargers in the US may actually be a good thing
The United States is experiencing a shortage of electric vehicle (EV) chargers as the number of EVs on the roads continues to grow. While EV adoption has increased in recent years, the infrastructure to support these vehicles has not kept pace. In 2016, there was one EV charger for every seven electric vehicles in the… -
Biden admin to end mining leases in the nation’s largest coal-producing region
The Biden administration announced it will stop offering new coal leases in the Powder River Basin. The region produces nearly half of America’s coal supply, which powers about a fifth of the nation. This decision marks the administration’s most decisive action yet toward phasing out the coal industry in the United States. The White House… -
Honda will use Formula 1 technology in its upcoming EV lineup
Technology from some of the fastest cars on the Formula 1 racing circuit is being used in a new lineup of electric vehicles (EVs). The plan is all part of Honda’s $65 billion effort to break into the competitive EV market. Historically, Honda has lagged behind in the production of electric models. However, the company’s… -
Eli Electric’s affordable micro-EV coming from China to the US despite new tariff
In the face of recently announced tariffs exceeding 100% on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) bound for the United States, one automaker remains committed to bringing affordable EVs to American consumers. Eli Electric Vehicles is grappling with the implications of the new tariff rate on its plans to introduce a less expensive electric micro-car in the… -
Nearly 2 months after Baltimore bridge collapse, Dali crew still stuck on board
On March 26, the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed in Baltimore, killing six people after a ship hit the bridge. Nearly two months later, the men aboard the ship are still stuck on board the Dali. In total, 21 men remain trapped aboard the vessel. Of those men, 20 are from India while one is… -
China’s BYD launches hybrid truck in Mexico, US may target these vehicles
Electric pickup trucks in the United States are known to be fairly expensive, but China’s BYD is launching a more affordable model just south of the border in Mexico. The development comes amid an ongoing trade conflict between the U.S. and China over electric vehicles (EVs). The Biden administration recently quadrupled tariffs on EVs imported… -
30% of world’s power now comes from renewables, fossil fuels set to decline
A recent report from climate think tank Ember has revealed a record-setting 30% of the world’s electricity was generated from renewable energy sources in 2023. Experts said this milestone now sets the stage for a potential global decline in fossil fuel usage, with projections indicating that this shift could occur as early as 2024. “In… -
Red Lobster shutters 48 stores across 27 states amid uncertain future
On Monday, May 13, the founder and CEO of a liquidation firm announced he’s leading the closure efforts of 48 Red Lobster locations. The seafood chain will have the locations’ kitchen equipment and more auctioned off as questions linger about the company’s long-term future. Some customers looking to get a bite were blindsided by the… -
Russia may disregard international law and environment to get Antarctica’s oil
Antartica, the most remote continent on Earth, is home to one of the planet’s most valuable resources, and Russia may be willing to decimate the environment and break international law to tap into the supply. Russian research vessels have reportedly identified 511 billion barrels of oil in Antarctica, a discovery valued at nearly $41 trillion.…
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