Oregon’s pioneering Right to Repair legislation marks a significant step towards sustainability and consumer empowerment. By mandating access to repair manuals, parts, and tools, the state champions a future where electronic devices are maintained longer, reducing waste and fostering a culture of repair over replacement.
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Google’s $1 Billion Investment in Kansas City, Missouri
Google today announces a $1 billion investment in a new data center in Kansas City, Missouri, alongside initiatives to foster community development and sustainable energy use.
Summit Carbon Solutions Adds Valero Facilities to CSS Project
Ethanol facilities in facilities in Iowa, Nebraska, Minnesota, and South Dakota will be incorporated into the carbon capture and storage project, which will remove 3.1 million metric tons of emissions annually.
Minnesota Power Issues RFP for 400 MW Wind Energy
The plan is to add the clean energy capacity by 2027, increasing the company’s wind portfolio by about 50%.
Solar Energy Sites Show Potential for Insect Habitat Restoration
A study by the Department of Energy’s Argonne National Laboratory and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory shows that solar facilities could potentially enhance insect habitats.
Niron Nabs Funding from GM, Others to Expand Rare Earth-Free Magnets
The company is said to produce the first permanent magnet with automotive-grade power entirely free from critical materials, including rare or heavy rare earth minerals.
NASA Research Analyzes Sustainable Aviation Fuel’s Effect on Aircraft Contrails
Researchers test flights with the same aircraft, comparing the use of 100% SAF-powered flights to those using conventional fuel, overall working to determine whether SAF use mitigates the formation of contrails.
Crocs Introduces Takeback Pilot Program
The company is a part of a growing number in the footwear industry looking to improve sustainability and the circular economy by allowing customers to drop off old Crocs shoes at retail stores.
WWF Outlines the High Cost of Cheap Water
The report highlights that water doesn’t magically appear from taps; it originates from nature. Freshwater ecosystems are not only fundamental to economies but are also the foundation of food security, biodiversity, and resilience against climate impacts.
General Mills, Walmart Team Up in Regenerative Agriculture Initiative
Regenerative agriculture generally involves improving soil health and water quality, as well as enhancing biodiversity and reducing emissions through farming and grazing techniques.