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Forest Service withdraws key permit for controversial Utah oil-train project opposed by Coloradans

The project would dramatically increase hazardous shipments through Colorado communities.

EPA completes fire-related cleanup on Maui

EPA completes fire-related cleanup on Maui

Hazardous materials have been removed from Lahaina and Upcountry sites nearly three months after the fires.

‘A whole different animal': Addressing construction and demolition debris in the North Country

Construction and demolition debris is often an overlooked contributor to landfill waste, said Reagan Bissonnette, executive director at the NRRA, and in the North Country, it’s an environmental justice issue. 
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Utah’s proposed crude oil railway could see an accident every year

Coloradans fight the oil train project, fearing a repeat of East Palestine’s toxic derailment — but in the Colorado River.
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Colorado lawmakers seek suspension of Utah oil train project

Sen. Bennet and Rep. Neguse wrote a letter to Agriculture Secretary Vilsack urging him to formally suspend a Utah rail project.
Podcast: Cascading effects of pollution in Lebanon's Litani River

Podcast: Cascading effects of pollution in Lebanon's Litani River

The Beqaa Valley river's decline has far-reaching impacts — and is fueling a blame game in the region.

Colonial ransomware hack spurs first-ever cybersecurity regulations for pipeline industry

Colonial ransomware hack spurs first-ever cybersecurity regulations for pipeline industry

Federal officials will replace voluntary cybersecurity guidance for the pipeline industry with mandatory regulations following a devastating cyberattack on the Colonial pipeline earlier this month.
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