www.sustainability-times.com
19 June 2019
Our consumer habits are driving primates extinct
The drastic decline in primate populations is driven by global demand for agricultural products in the tropics.
The Department of Defense has essentially frozen permitting for new wind installations over the last year, preventing more than 155 projects from moving forward.
As the world races toward electric vehicles, the United States risks becoming the Cuba of gas cars — left behind with outdated guzzlers.
A new study finds climate anxiety in Tampa Bay falls hardest on the lower-income residents already most exposed to heat, flooding, and rising bills — while wealthier neighbors stay buffered from threats.
Infections are still relatively uncommon, but the costs of infection are severe.
One facility has emitted cancer-causing chemicals into waterways at levels up to 520% higher than legal limits.
“They're terrorizing these scientists because they want to keep them silent.”
"The reality is, we are not exposed to one chemical at a time.”
A new report assesses the administration’s progress and makes new recommendations
“We cannot stand by and allow this to happen. We need to hold this administration accountable.”
“The chemical black box” that blankets wildfire-impacted areas is increasingly under scrutiny.