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Debris from Vineyard Wind still washing up as Nantucket considers legal action
More than a week after a damaged wind turbine off the coast of Massachusetts sent fiberglass shards into the Atlantic Ocean, residents of Nantucket are still finding debris from the Vineyard Wind project washing up on their shores. Beach crews have been working to recover parts of the wreckage, and a helicopter conducted an aerial… -
Trump open to Chinese EV factories in the US, but with some conditions
Keeping Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) out of the U.S. has been a major goal of President Joe Biden’s administration. However, during a speech at the Republican National Convention on Thursday, July 18, former President Donald Trump said he would take a different approach, indicating his willingness to allow Chinese EV makers to establish operations in… -
Nantucket residents voice concerns as more turbine debris washes ashore
Nantucket, one of New England’s premier summer tourist destinations, experienced significant disruptions this week due to an incident at the nearby Vineyard Wind offshore wind farm. A broken turbine blade released fiberglass shards into the Atlantic Ocean. Some of those shards washed up on Nantucket’s beaches, prompting widespread closures along the island’s coastline. “This is… -
1-in-30-million orange lobster found at Red Lobster in Colorado
Employees at a Red Lobster restaurant in Pueblo, Colorado, made a rare find after an orange lobster was accidentally delivered to the restaurant. The restaurant’s manager and customers noticed how much the lobster stuck out among the other darker colored crustaceans in the restaurant’s tank and made sure it did not become a customer’s meal.… -
WNBA union head believes league is worth more than $2.2B broadcast deal
The WNBA is experiencing a historic season, with viewership and attendance reaching unprecedented levels. However, despite this success, the league is projected to lose approximately $50 million in 2024. This financial discrepancy is central to ongoing discussions about the value of the WNBA’s broadcasting rights. Currently, the WNBA operates as a subsidiary of the NBA,… -
NASA cancels moon rover mission after spending $450 million on development
After spending $450 million to build a water-seeking moon rover, NASA announced on Wednesday, July 17, it is scrapping the mission because of increased costs and launch delays. The agency said that the move will save it an estimated $84 million in developmental costs. NASA said that the decision to cancel the mission was purely… -
Biden’s $160 million push for eco-friendly construction materials
Construction materials are not just the foundation of buildings; they are also a major source of global pollution and responsible for 15% of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions, according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). That’s seven times more than what the entire aviation sector emits annually. Particularly problematic are concrete and steel, with concrete… -
Second man charged in 2022 Oregon substation attack pleads not guilty
The second of two Washington men charged with attacking and damaging two Oregon electrical substations in November 2022 pleaded not guilty to the crime on Tuesday, July 16. Zachary Rosenthal faces three counts of damaging the energy facilities. Authorities said that Rosenthal and Nathaniel Cheney, both from Washington state, vandalized two electrical substations in Oregon… -
Unplugged Performance unveils ‘Tactical Cybertruck’ for police use
Imagine police cars straight out of a sci-fi blockbuster. They are closer to reality than one might think. The Tesla Cybertruck, known for its rugged, stainless steel build and distinctive design, is now looking beyond the consumer market into law enforcement. Unveiled nearly five years ago as a futuristic concept, the Cybertruck is poised to… -
Nation’s largest offshore wind project under federal investigation
The nation’s largest offshore wind farm, located 14 miles off the coast of Massachusetts, is now under federal investigation. The Vineyard Wind project, comprised of 62 turbines and designed to power over 400,000 homes once fully operational, suffered a setback during the week of July 14. The incident occurred when a blade over 350 feet… -
Giant asteroid will fly by Earth in 2029, scientists want to catch it
The asteroid Apophis will fly closely by Earth in 2029, and the European Space Agency is working on a plan to rendezvous with the space rock two months before that encounter. The proposed mission is known as Rapid Apophis Mission for Space Safety, or RAMSES. Its goal is to learn more about the composition of… -
How JD Vance’s VP selection could influence American energy policy
The upcoming presidential election is poised to significantly influence how Americans receive their electricity. With former President Donald Trump’s selection of J.D. Vance as his vice-presidential running mate, the specifics of a potential Trump energy policy are coming into sharper focus. Vance has expressed a desire to do away with the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA),… -
Oil industry pushes back against Biden’s EV policies with new ad in swing states
The oil industry voiced its opposition to the Biden administration’s push for electric vehicles (EVs) with a new advertisement from the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM). The trade group, which includes prominent members such as ExxonMobil, Chevron and Phillips 66, invested millions to air this ad in key swing states ahead of the 2024…
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