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Justin Nobel, a science journalist for Rolling Stone magazine, spent seven-year investigating how the U.S. oil and gas industry’s avoidance of environmental regulations has created a dangerous and radioactive public

More than $11 million in federal grant money will go to improve land and water conservation in the upper Verde River Watershed and Big Chino Grasslands in north central Arizona. The grant requires a 50% non-federal match, which The Nature Conservancy Arizona and partners will provide - bringing the total to $23 million. Kimberly Schonek - Arizona water director for the conservancy - said the Verde River is one of the states last free-flowing rivers, and calls it a "critical water su...

April is Earth Month, and North Carolinas climate justice groups are addressing the crucial roles of air, land, water and health in protecting the environment. CleanAIRE NC and Sol Nation are working together on an Earth Day event to raise awareness about the environmental challenges confronting communities across the state. Madison Fragnito, partnership manager for CleanAIRE NC, said they are taking a holistic approach and planning STEM activities, with a focus on vital areas like transportat...

The Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge in Georgia faces the prospect of a titanium dioxide mine near its border. Alabama-based Twin Pines Minerals aims to mine titanium and zirconium near Trail Ridge, sparking environmental concerns about potential ecological harm to the area. Christian Hunt, senior federal lands policy analyst for the nonprofit Defenders of Wildlife, warned mining could threaten the ecosystem and its diverse species. ...

Ohios Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comments - and will answer questions in virtual sessions today and tomorrow, on a draft environmental assessment about the impacts of opening up 40,000 acres of Wayne National Forest to oil and gas leasing. The lands are located primarily in Monroe, Noble and Washington counties. Environmental advocates - like Roxanne Groff, a member of the Athens Countys Future Action Network - said they dont believe the assessment fully captures the widespr...

Athens residents will see at least a $7 increase in their monthly garbage rates come the new year after city council's approval.

Athens City Council passed an ordinance Monday that will increase solid waste rates effective Jan. 1, 2024.

Eric Schmidt, former CEO of Google, is indirectly funding the salaries of officials in a White House office tasked with advising President Biden on technical and scientific issues, according to a report.

Center for Biological Diversity: WASHINGTON— More than 360 climate, tribal, religious and conservation groups petitioned the Biden administration today to use its executive authority to phase out oil and gas production on public lands and oceans.

NELSONVILLE- Five individuals dedicated to service in Appalachian Ohio recently accepted honors from the Foundation for Appalachian Ohios Jenco Foundation Fund in a virtual online event.