Oregon's 'bottle deposit bill' was the first, but now it may be getting an overhaul
Oregon lawmakers are considering changes to the state’s landmark bottle deposit law, including curfews for redemption sites and new mobile return options to address rising concerns over safety and homelessness.
Oregon lawmakers are considering changes to the state’s landmark bottle deposit law, including curfews for redemption sites and new mobile return options to address rising concerns over safety and homelessness.
BioLab completes remediation; halts manufacturing at Conyers facility
BioLab announced it will not resume manufacturing operations at the site.
BioLab announced it will not resume manufacturing operations at the site.
Underwater volcano off Oregon's coast inching closer to eruption, scientists say
While scientists don't have an exact timeline of when the volcano could erupt, they say it's likely to happen before the end of the year.
While scientists don't have an exact timeline of when the volcano could erupt, they say it's likely to happen before the end of the year.
These US cities have the worst air quality this year
More than 156 million Americans live among unhealthy levels of air pollution, an annual report from the American Lung Association found.
More than 156 million Americans live among unhealthy levels of air pollution, an annual report from the American Lung Association found.
Atlanta breathes sigh of relief as pollen count dramatically drops
Pollen levels in metro Atlanta have dropped to moderate after weeks of extremely high readings, providing relief to allergy sufferers.
Pollen levels in metro Atlanta have dropped to moderate after weeks of extremely high readings, providing relief to allergy sufferers.
'Kiss of death': 84% of world's coral reefs hit by worst bleaching event on record
Coral reefs are sometimes dubbed “rainforests of the sea" — approximately 25% of all marine species can be found in, on and around coral reefs.
Coral reefs are sometimes dubbed “rainforests of the sea" — approximately 25% of all marine species can be found in, on and around coral reefs.
Endangered bird species lays eggs in the wild, the 1st in almost 40 years
Siheks are native to Guam and were extinct in the wild.
Siheks are native to Guam and were extinct in the wild.
Solar energy installations continue to grow in the United States
Solar energy installations continue to grow in the United States, as does residential solar power, according to a new report from the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA).
Solar energy installations continue to grow in the United States, as does residential solar power, according to a new report from the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA).
Trump hopes to boost coal industry with executive order
Trump signed executive orders hoping to boost the coal industry amid a surging demand for electricity in the U.S. Here’s a look at how coal energy stacks up.
Trump signed executive orders hoping to boost the coal industry amid a surging demand for electricity in the U.S. Here’s a look at how coal energy stacks up.
OSHA cites BioLab for safety violations after Conyers facility fire
OSHA cited BioLab Inc. for six violations related to improperly stored hazardous materials, proposing $61,473 in penalties.
OSHA cited BioLab Inc. for six violations related to improperly stored hazardous materials, proposing $61,473 in penalties.
Trump administration opens up over half of national forests for logging
A new directive from the Trump administration will open up more logging in national forests.
A new directive from the Trump administration will open up more logging in national forests.
Pollen season intensifies across Georgia | How allergy experts are responding
It is safe to say a lot of people are suffering from pollen problems.
It is safe to say a lot of people are suffering from pollen problems.
Prepare for a long spring: Expert warns of persistent high pollen levels in Atlanta
Atlanta's pollen count has reached over 3,000 particles per cubic meter, causing widespread allergy symptoms like sniffles, coughs, and itchy eyes.
Atlanta's pollen count has reached over 3,000 particles per cubic meter, causing widespread allergy symptoms like sniffles, coughs, and itchy eyes.
Road salt blamed for contamination that could take NYC's reservoirs out of commission
Decades of road salt use is taking a toll on New York City’s water reservoirs.
Decades of road salt use is taking a toll on New York City’s water reservoirs.
US stops sharing global air quality data, raising concerns among scientists
The US government will stop sharing air quality data from its embassies and consulates, citing funding cuts. Scientists warn the move will hinder global air pollution research and leave many nations without reliable data.
The US government will stop sharing air quality data from its embassies and consulates, citing funding cuts. Scientists warn the move will hinder global air pollution research and leave many nations without reliable data.
You can eat these 5 invasive animals to help population control, US Fish & Wildlife Service says
An invasive species is an introduced non-native organism that begins to spread or expand its range from an original introduction and can possibly harm the environment, economy or human health.
An invasive species is an introduced non-native organism that begins to spread or expand its range from an original introduction and can possibly harm the environment, economy or human health.
Starbucks locations ditch plastic cups in some states—here’s where and why
Some Starbucks locations have replaced plastic cups with compostable alternatives. Here’s what to expect and where you’ll find them.
Some Starbucks locations have replaced plastic cups with compostable alternatives. Here’s what to expect and where you’ll find them.
Trump targeting showerheads, LED light bulbs in next environmental order
President Trump has long complained of showerheads that use less water and other energy-efficient appliances.
President Trump has long complained of showerheads that use less water and other energy-efficient appliances.
Paper straws: The arguments for and against
Paper or plastic? President Trump has joined the debate on straws.
Paper or plastic? President Trump has joined the debate on straws.
North Dakota considers ending longstanding weather modification program
A state senator introduced a bill to end the practice, with penalties involving fines and jail time.
A state senator introduced a bill to end the practice, with penalties involving fines and jail time.