Great Lakes Echo

Vacant lots boost diversity among Detroit’s birds, study finds

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By Eric Freedman

Empty lots in deindustrialized cities like Detroit may contribute to bird species diversity, says a new study by researchers at MSU and Carleton University in Canada. The study is based on sound recordings collected at 110 sites in 11 Detroit neighborhoods. The study recommends that vacant land management in the city takes a balanced approach that considers the needs of both residents and birds. There are other concerns about vacant land, too, including as sites for solar arrays.

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Clean Technica

California Still Has Some EV Purchasing Incentives

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About a week ago, I wrote an article about Colorado increasing its EV purchasing incentives. The federal EV incentives are gone, so it matters a lot if some US states still offer them. I wondered if California still has its incentives, and the answer is yes, fortunately — at least … [continued]

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Dystopian Denials Of Climate Change Don’t Change The Facts

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I just finished the Kamala Harris memoir about the 2024 election, 107 Days. I come away from reading it even more unsettled than ever about the dystopian state of our democracy under President Donald J. Trump and his Project 2025 backers. Private companies and US citizens are hesitant to practice … [continued]

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