Category: Climate Crisis
Giant megaphone installed at Belle Isle Park to amplify the sound of nature
A giant wooden “nature megaphone” built by local high school students is now open to the public. The megaphone next to the Belle Isle Nature Center amplifies the sound of nature when you’re inside it.
It’s So Easy To Fool People — Misinformation & Myths Abound
I’ve been covering electric vehicles for 13 years, renewable energy for 16 years, and climate science for 25+ years. I’ve seen so many myths on these topics, so much misinformation. Unfortunately, a lot of it gets quite popular, and it’s super hard to get people to let go of misinformation … [continued]
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The High-Carbon Truth Behind A ‘Green’ California Microgrid
The just-commissioned Calistoga hydrogen microgrid is a telling example of how public money can end up funding energy pathways that deliver little of what they promise. At first glance, the project appears well-intentioned. PG&E has positioned it as a resilience measure for a California community that faces wildfire-driven grid shutoffs. … [continued]
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Grand Rapids adopts climate action plan
The plan sets a goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 62.8% per capita by the end of the decade, but doesn’t come with any requirements yet.
Stateside: Tuesday, August 12, 2025
First, a look at the debate over Grand Rapids’ climate plan. Then, a Detroit-based artist talks about her woven tapestries, created with a digital loom. Plus, how community service and fly fishing come together for juvenile offenders along the Au Sable River. And, how the face of mobile home lot ownership is changing.