With an increasing number of people affected by wildfire smoke and numerous studies revealing the health risks caused by gas stoves, it’s clear air pollution should be a major concern for pretty much everyone.
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For many Americans, hurricanes are an increasingly concerning feature of the summer and fall. But no matter where we live, many of us don’t have houses designed to tackle these storms head-on.
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A 2021 study estimated that invasive species cost North America over $26 billion per year since 2010. Once an invasive species is introduced to an area, they spread quickly because there’s no natural predator, so it falls on humans to control the spread.
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As New Yorkers and others learned from Canadian wildfires in 2023, wildfire smoke is no longer just a West Coast problem. Poor air quality can become a problem pretty much everywhere, so it’s good to be aware of the air in your neighborhood.
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Studies show that two out of every three Americans are in favor of more nuclear power plants — but are they ready to have them in their own backyards?
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While it is cool to see the incredible advancements being made with robotic technology, there is a real concern about the impact it’ll have on human jobs. It’s something that needs to be considered as more industries utilize automated processes.
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Regardless of where we live, it always feels like our heating costs could be a little cheaper. And with new technologies offering better options, it’s getting easier to question whether we’re getting a fair deal.
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Most of us have too many electronics to count, and it can feel arduous to get into a routine of unplugging everything we don’t need. That said, there are some serious safety and money-saving reasons to do so.
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Air pollution has been linked to countless health issues, from short-term effects like coughing and shortness of breath to more serious long-term effects like COPD, heart disease, and lung cancer.
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While hurricanes, floods, and tornados are terrifying, extreme heat kills more Americans on average than any other extreme weather event. That’s why it’s crucial to keep cool during blistering hot days.
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