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Hosting solar can be a lifeline for farmers, but overcoming local opposition is tough
Local opposition to solar has long been an obstacle for green energy developers in the United States, but some communities are working to reverse local restrictions.
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Iran war exposes dependence on petrochemicals
Disruptions from the Iran war are exposing how deeply petrochemicals — made from fossil fuels — are embedded in everyday products and global supply chains.
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Scientists use DNA in efforts to help species adapt to climate change
As climate change outpaces the ability of ecosystems to adapt, scientists are turning to conservation genomics to guide restoration.
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As Trump boosts coal, opponents warn of higher costs and more pollution
The Trump administration is using emergency powers and subsidies to keep U.S. coal plants running. Market analysts believe no coal plant closures are likely during President Donald Trump's term.
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Newcomers arrive and Amazon forests are cleared as Brazil explores for oil
Anticipation of offshore oil development is drawing thousands to a remote Amazon city, fueling rapid, unplanned growth before any economic benefits materialize.
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China's coal capital plots a future that doesn't count on mining
As China runs away from the rest of the world in developing renewable energy, its coal mining industry is facing the prospect of major change.
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Trump's EPA is paving the way for hazier national parks, activists say
Conservationists are warning that the Trump administration is working state by state to undo decades of progress in clearing skies over the country's beloved national parks.
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