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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With the cost of housing on the rise over the past few years, 3D-printed homes create a unique opportunity to quickly build affordable housing.
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In states and cities across the country, governments are encouraging — and sometimes even paying — fishermen and hunters to go after certain invasive species that wreak havoc on local ecosystems.
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Roughly 13% of America’s land is protected by law, but in the coming years, many conservationists and policymakers want to more than double that number.
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It’s clear that PFAS are everywhere. The CDC has found forever chemicals in the blood of 99% of Americans — even newborn babies. It’s also clear that they are linked to a slew of health problems, including cancer, liver damage, and birth defects.
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In the short term, burying nuclear waste is considered safe — but concerns about the long-term risks could make some people worried about having it near their homes.
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Conventional wisdom says that windows need to be replaced every 15 to 20 years, although for many of us, it’s a total afterthought. The problem is what happens when the damage gets beyond repair.
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Rising temperatures around the world are creating the perfect conditions for more powerful natural disasters, such as intense hurricanes, raging wildfires, and severe flooding. If you own a home or are planning to buy one, you should consider how natural disasters may impact that area and what you can do to protect your home and family.
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Space exploration is responsible for countless technologies that affect our lives here on Earth, too. But the question is: Should taxpayers fund the process, or should it come from corporations?
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Employees across the country are letting companies know that they care about sustainability. Whether it’s a plan to deal with plastic waste or reduce harmful carbon pollution, sustainability strategies are increasingly crucial to finding and retaining top talent.
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