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SpaceX has postponed its much-anticipated Polaris Dawn mission. This was because of a helium leak detected in the ground-side equipment. The Helium Leak: A Critical Issue The leak was discovered during pre-launch checks. It is one of the main reasons for delaying the Polaris Dawn mission. Helium is used to pressurize the rocket’s fuel tanks, and any leak could become …
A widely-used weedkiller has been banned in the US after the EPA judged it too dangerous for farmworkers, particularly pregnant females and their unborn children. Emergency Ban Issued In a historic move, the Environmental Protection Agency has issued an emergency ban on the pesticide DCPA, also known as Dacthal, due to the health risks it poses. DCPA Dimethyl tetrachloroterephthalate (DCPA) …
We need to talk about the ticking time bomb that’s lying beneath our soil: zombie oil wells. The Rusting Relics of America’s Oil Boom Millions of old oil and gas wells are scattered across the U.S., not producing energy anymore but instead leaking dangerous chemicals into the environment. An Environmental Nightmare in the Making These rusty relics could become an …
The UN Secretary-General has recently highlighted the dangers of rising seas as he advocates more cuts to toxic emissions. Coming For Us All Millions of people around the globe are at risk of displacement, starvation, and disease as the sea levels continue to rise. The General Secretary warns that the “surging seas are coming for us all” in his speech. …
From high-heat warnings to snow-covered mountain peaks, this week’s weather watch brings something for everyone – but what about hurricanes? What a Week for Weather Heatwaves, flash floods, hurricanes… it’s been a crazy time for US weather. And although some hot temperatures are still doing their thing, it might be some of the last we see of this year’s excessively …
Ford fans who were looking forward to some new EVs might have to wait a tad longer, as some reshuffling in the car company’s roadmap means bigger (but better) changes. New Plans On Wednesday, Ford Motors announced a major change in its future program for US vehicles. Along with canceling its planned three-row SUV, the car company is also delaying …
The temperature rise has reached unprecedented heights across the US. However, four states have experienced such severe heat waves that they have prompted warnings and necessary emergency actions. The Unending Sauna Arizona, California, Nevada, and Texas have been experiencing severe temperature spikes for over a month. Recently, Phoenix has seen record-breaking temperatures of over 110°F, raising heat stroke and healthcare …
Adapting to a changing climate is one thing, but trying to survive record-breaking temperatures causing runaway wildfires and a (possible) failure of an entire state’s electrical grid (meaning no A/C) is quite another. Not Cooling Down It might only be a few weeks away from September 22nd, the “unofficial” end of summer, but that hasn’t stopped the temperatures from doing …
A new study shows how hydropower can be used, stored, and increased in the US, although global warming can still have an impact. Some Good News A new study by the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) brings some hope to those of us stressed about climate change. Published in Environmental Research Letters on August 8th, the study indicates how the …
Residents of Twin City Community face a tough choice after Hurricane Debby’s devastation – one that could see many of them become homeless. Help Still Needed Residents of Twin City Mobile Home Community in St. Petersburg, Florida, were still battling floodwaters days after Hurricane Debby touched down. Now, it’s been a few weeks since the Debby disaster – and the …
