Pacific Northwest Grapples with “Right to Cooling” Amidst Rising Heat Extremes
Tenant advocates are pushing for legislation requiring landlords to install cooling systems as extreme heat events become more frequent, while some progress…
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Oregon Coast Bicycle Route Map Updated After Ten Years
The Oregon Department of Transportation has released a new version of its Oregon Coast Bicycle Route map, providing cyclists with updated information…
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Colorado Establishes Fund for Wildlife Crossings to Enhance Road Safety
A new bill in Colorado creates an optional fund, supported by a small driver fee, to finance infrastructure aimed at reducing wildlife-vehicle…
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Kentucky Data Centre Plan Highlights Growing Energy Demands
A proposed bitcoin mining data centre in northeastern Kentucky is set to require an immense amount of electricity, raising questions about energy…
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Chicago University Block Remained Vacant for a Decade, Sparking Resident Frustration
After Northeastern Illinois University acquired a city block using eminent domain in 2014 with plans for student housing, the properties remain vacant,…
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HUD Guidelines Suggest Removing Green Building Requirements to Boost Housing Supply
New federal guidelines from the Department of Housing and Urban Development propose that local and state governments eliminate green-energy building requirements as…
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Beavers Transform California Landscape into Climate-Resilient Hub
An initiative to reintroduce beavers to California is yielding significant ecological benefits, enhancing water management, supporting wildlife, and bolstering natural fire defenses.
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Lessons from Nuclear Hubs for Data Centre Communities
Communities considering hosting large data centres can learn valuable lessons from the experiences of areas that have previously hosted nuclear facilities, particularly…
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California Advances Offshore Wind Project Amid Federal Uncertainty
Southern California's Port of Long Beach is planning a significant offshore wind energy project, demonstrating a commitment to clean energy goals despite…
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Philadelphia Enhances 13th Street Bike Lane with New Safety Measures
New delineator posts, paint, and modular plastic curbs have been installed on a key cycling corridor in Philadelphia to improve safety for…
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