Tag: Pigs
Bacon, Hotdogs, Pork Chops, & Ham Bad For Climate Change Too?
Years ago, there was an article I read about Harvard University research which identified a connection between consuming some amount of bacon on a regular basis and increased death risk. In general, it’s processed red meat that is regarded to be a problem for human health, not only bacon. “Cutting … [continued]
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Empowering environmental stewardship: Barn sanctuary champions compassion and Conservation
By Donté Smith
The Great Lakes, a vital freshwater expanse for millions, face an ongoing environmental crisis. Beneath the vast waters lies a significant threat: pollution stemming largely from agricultural runoff. This flow of excess nutrients like phosphorus and nitrogen contributes to harmful algal blooms and expanding “dead zones,” jeopardizing ecosystems, water quality and public health across the region. Amidst these challenges, Barn Sanctuary in Chelsea, Michigan, works to make a positive impact on the region. Tom McKernan, sanctuary co-founder and operations director, wants the farm to stand as a living model where animal welfare and ecological stewardship aren’t just compatible, but linked.
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Rural Roads: Exploring the Frontier of EV Adoption
By Mark Jacobs, Co-Founder, EVmath.org In the national conversation about electric vehicles, rural America is often treated as an afterthought—or worse, a lost cause. There’s a sense that rural communities are bought into all the myths about EVs—that they’re too expensive, can’t handle country roads, and will end up stranded … [continued]
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Feds give key approvals in effort to restart nuclear reactor near Lake Michigan
Operators can now load fuel into the Palisades Nuclear Plant’s reactor, though its owner still needs to pass more regulatory hurdles before it can come back online.
Empowering Environmental Stewardship: How Barn Sanctuary Champions Compassion and Conservation in the Great Lakes
The Great Lakes, a vital freshwater expanse for millions, face an ongoing environmental crisis. Beneath the vast waters lies a significant threat: pollution stemming largely from agricultural runoff. This flow of excess nutrients like phosphorus and nitrogen contributes to harmful algal blooms and expanding “dead zones,” jeopardizing ecosystems, water quality and public health across the region.