Category: Health
E-Bikes Aren’t The Same As The Bikes You Rode When You Were A Kid
I’m sure the New York Times article over the weekend about e-bike injuries has caused a few arguments to erupt. Haven’t we heard of the many benefits of e-bikes — their energy efficiency, their eco-friendliness, the way they get people out of cars and exercising? Yes, those assets are not … [continued]
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Hawaii’s LNG Detour: Why A Fossil Bridge Arriving In The 2030s Makes No Sense
Hawaii is re-evaluating its electricity system again and LNG is back on the table as a proposed bridge between oil dependence and a renewable future. The idea is simple at first glance. Hawaii burns more oil for electricity than any other state and Oahu still relies on oil for most … [continued]
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The Symbiosis Of Food And Climate Arise At COP30
It was touch-and-go during the final days of COP30 — would there be a declaration on hunger, poverty, and human-centered climate action? Yes! 43 countries and the EU agreed to address the “unequal distribution of climate impacts” through actions including expanding social-protection systems and supporting climate adaptation for small farmers. … [continued]
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OPPD Proposes Extending Life of Dangerous Coal Plant
OMAHA, Nebraska — Omaha residents may continue to face toxic health risks and environmental effects from the North Omaha power plant due to a new resolution from Omaha Public Power District (OPPD) to keep burning coal. The proposal, scheduled for a vote by the OPPD board on Dec. 18, would undo … [continued]
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When Hydrogen Maintenance Meets Meltdown: Inside Plug Power’s Desperation Phase
Plug Power’s announcement that it is suspending work on its Department of Energy–backed green hydrogen projects marks a sobering turning point. Most companies would fight to secure a $1.66 billion loan guarantee from the federal government. Plug Power is walking away from it. That decision, combined with yet another round … [continued]
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