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Boom — Waymo Takes The Freeway (+ Important Note On Waymo’s Approach)
Waymo took a big step forward today. Well, it has been a very long process of stepping, but I think we can say the foot hit the ground today. Here are a few key notes: Waymo now operates in several cities, but it has historically avoided getting on freeways. In … [continued]
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The People’s Solar: How Plug-In Solar Could Bring Affordable Energy To 60 Million Americans
The Promise Of A New Solar Revolution Most Americans love the idea of going solar. Few can actually do it. Traditional rooftop solar has helped millions cut bills and emissions, but it leaves most of the country behind — renters, apartment dwellers, low-income families, and anyone whose roof is too … [continued]
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New research in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula shows how invasive earthworms are changing forest soils
By Georgia Hill
Scientists studying the body size and growth patterns of non-native earthworms in the UP’s Huron Mountains say they are disrupting forest ecosystems. Contrary to popular belief, most North American earthworms are invaders unintentionally introduced during European colonization. They have a significant impact on ecosystems, especially in the Great Lakes region where they affect soil structure, nutrient cycling and biodiversity.
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Cows, Jamaica, & Solar — Winning The Clean Energy Revolution
People are finding new and creative ways to bring more solar power to the world, from agrivoltaics in the US to islands like Jamaica.
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Michigan has spent $261M on Mundy megasite. Now, the public weighs
Opponents and advocates of the megasite will speak at a town hall in Flint on Thursday night. The public event will feature a Q&A on the state-funded $260 million project….