A recent closure of Naomi L. Brooks Elementary School in Alexandria, Virginia, has raised significant concerns about the safety of school environments after lead contamination was detected during a …
In a landmark settlement aimed at protecting Maryland's waterways, Fleischmann’s Vinegar Company has agreed to pay $1.1 million for unauthorized pollution discharges from its Baltimore facility. This marks a significant step toward environmental accountability and ecosystem restoration.
Hurricane Helene made landfall on September 26, 2024, as a catastrophic Category 4 storm, ripping through Florida’s Big Bend region before surging across Georgia, the Carolinas, and Tennessee. …
Scientists are calling for urgent global action on microplastics, as a new report reveals two decades of research have confirmed widespread environmental and potential human health impacts.
On September 26, 2024, Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida. As of Friday morning, the state grappled with significant power outages affecting nearly 1.2 million residents. The …
This initiative, part of the Biden-Harris Administration's commitment to supporting toxic-exposed Veterans, could lead to kidney cancer being classified as a presumptive service-connected condition, easing access to benefits and healthcare.
As cities continue to grow, integrating Agriculture 4.0 into urban environments will be essential for meeting the food demands of an expanding population while supporting the development of greener, more resilient urban systems.
The village of Maywood is teaming up with the EPA to replace lead water pipes as part of the "Get the Lead Out Initiative." This partnership, fueled by the Biden-Harris Administration’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, aims to ensure clean, safe drinking water for the community’s future.
As the world flocks to Munich for the 2024 Oktoberfest, the iconic beer festival is not only a celebration of Bavarian culture but also a shining example of how even century-old traditions can embrace sustainability.
This incident, the second major PFAS spill in two months, underscores the ongoing challenges faced by the Department of Defense in managing and remediating hazardous substances from legacy systems.
A hidden menace is silently infiltrating our groundwater, posing challenges for water management professionals and treatment facilities. Recent research has uncovered a steady increase in a persistent "forever chemical" that could reshape the landscape of water treatment and environmental monitoring.
As clean drinking water continues to be a global challenge, Xatoms is introducing a novel solution: purifying water with light. The company’s advanced photocatalysts—minute, powder-like materials—are engineered to break down harmful contaminants like bacteria and pesticides. When exposed to sunlight or artificial light, these materials convert polluted water into safe drinking water, without requiring complex infrastructure.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has awarded $3.2 million in research grants to Texas A&M University and Texas Tech University to investigate PFAS contamination in agriculture. These studies will focus on understanding how PFAS chemicals accumulate in crops and livestock and explore innovative strategies for reducing exposure, ensuring the sustainability and health of farming communities nationwide.
A study published in Global Change Biology has documented the largest sponge bleaching event ever recorded.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a significant partnership with the village of South Holland, Illinois, to expedite the replacement of lead water pipes to safeguard public …
In alignment with the UAE’s ‘Year of Sustainability ,’ the Dubai Chamber of Commerce, a part of Dubai Chambers, has unveiled a new ESG Label. Developed by the chamber’s Centre for Responsible …
Multifamily green financing is an essential tool in today’s real estate market. It encourages property owners to invest in energy and water efficiency improvements for multifamily buildings, such …
The Wildlife Trusts' recent publication, A vision for the return of beavers to England and Wales, has ignited discussions about the reintroduction of these industrious mammals. Beavers, known for …
Recent studies from the University of South Florida College of Marine Science have unveiled a concerning trend: South Florida's estuaries are warming at an alarming rate, outpacing both global ocean …
The recent completion of a $190 million C-PACE financing deal for Virgin Hotels Las Vegas marks a milestone in sustainable hotel infrastructure. It highlights a growing trend within the industry …