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America keeps abandoning its heroes

The country has sacrificed the health of 9/11 first responders, just like it did with Vietnam War veterans

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9/11 25th Anniversary Adds Seventh Moment of Silence for Nearly 10,000 Killed by Toxic Exposure

The 25th 9/11 anniversary adds a seventh moment of silence as nearly 10,000 deaths from Ground Zero's toxic dust now outnumber the 2,977 killed in the 2001 attacks.

International Business Times UK

To bring back historic herring populations, volunteers get down and dirty

Wampanoag tribal member and land manager Marcus Hendricks has been leading cleanups of the Acushnet River in Massachusetts to help herring swim upstream to their spawning grounds

The Independent UK

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Nearly Six in 10 U.S. Counties Have No Public Air Monitor as States Limit Community Pollution Data

Government air monitors fell by nearly half in 20 years, and three states limit community pollution data. Here is what it means for families with asthma.

Medical Daily

Why David Beckham will have my vote for the US Soccer Hall of Fame

The Englishman has gotten no shortage of recognition, but his contributions to the American game deserve an official title

The Guardian - US

The push to remove lead pipes is on. Thousands of water systems still don’t know where theirs are

Thousands of water systems nationwide still have not accounted for potentially dangerous lead pipes supplying homes and businesses with drinking water

The Independent UK

In 2021, UMass Chan dismantled part of its First Road garage for a new research building; 8,445 tons of steel and concrete were reclaimed, 99% by weight

UMass Chan Medical School in Worcester has set a remarkable precedent by achieving a 99 percent material reclamation rate during their latest demolition project. This success starkly contrasts with the national trend of discarding construction waste in landfills. With buildings contributing over 600 million tons of waste each year, the…

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Federal Appeals Court Rejects Constitutional Claims from Jackson Residents Who Say Officials Called Lead Tainted Water Safe

The Fifth Circuit ruled Jackson residents have no constitutional right to uncontaminated tap water or truthful information from city officials.

Medical Daily

In Tucson, a 28,000-square-foot city roof got a white elastomeric coating; cooling energy fell 50–65%, saving over 400 million Btu and nearly $4,000 a year

Cool roof coatings present an easy and efficient method to lower cooling bills during hot summer days. A Tucson city building illustrated impressive energy savings after the installation of a white elastomeric roof coating. Such reflective surfaces are adept at reducing sunlight absorption, successfully decreasing both surface and indoor temperatures.…

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In 1997, Salem cleared seven buildings to make way for a new courthouse square; Marion County diverted 13,726 tons of demolition debris and separately salvaged 661 tons of bricks for local reuse

In 1997, Marion County showcased a remarkable effort in diverting demolition waste. The initiative recycled over eighty percent of construction debris, with local businesses transforming salvaged materials into new roadbed and metal products. Residents also engaged in the initiative by reclaiming bricks for community projects, resulting in significant cost savings…

The Economic Times

Workplace Limits on a Dry Cleaning Solvent Slip to 2027 as Liver Research Raises New Questions

EPA pushed workplace deadlines for the dry-cleaning solvent PCE to 2027. Research links detectable blood levels to triple the odds of liver scarring.

Medical Daily

Chicago planted a 20,300-square-foot green roof on City Hall; EPA says its surface can be about 100°F cooler than nearby conventional roofs and saves nearly $5,000 in energy each year

Chicago's City Hall green roof demonstrates substantial cooling and energy savings. This innovative rooftop garden reduces surface temperatures by about 100 degrees Fahrenheit. It also provides annual energy cost reductions of nearly $5,000. Green roofs absorb sunlight, which helps lower building energy bills effectively. These structures offer climate adaptation and…

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170,000 Pages of 9/11 Records Show Officials Flagged Toxic Air Risks as Public Was Reassured

New York City has launched a 9/11 records portal, releasing 170,000 pages of documents detailing hazardous conditions and official responses around Ground Zero, aiding survivors and researchers in understanding health risks

International Business Times UK

Trump's Executive Order on Mail-in Ballots is an Assault on Federalism and Separation of Powers

It seeks to usurp state and congressional power over election administration.

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The Independent UK

Asbestos dust and toxic smoke-filled air were no match for officials seeking to reopen NYC after 9/11, documents reveal

Some 170,000 pages of documents released by Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s administration show city and federal officials were aware of health risks from reopening lower Manhattan after 9/11 and also feared extensive lawsuits

The Economic Times

In 1990, Waupaca Foundry supplied 20,000 tons of used sand for a Wisconsin highway pilot project. 12 years later, its next contract called for 80,000 tons for Highway 10

A highway in Wisconsin became an unexpected test ground for recycled industrial sand. In 1990, Waupaca Foundry supplied about 20,000 tons of used foundry sand for a pilot road project. Twelve years later, the company was contracted to provide 80,000 tons for Highway 10 near Waupaca. The shift showed how…

The Economic Times

In 2020, NTU used orange peel to recycle spent lithium-ion batteries; the process recovered about 90% of cobalt, lithium, nickel, and manganese from old cells

Researchers have found orange peels can recover metals from dead batteries. This method extracts valuable cobalt, lithium, nickel, and manganese efficiently. The process offers a sustainable alternative to traditional industrial chemicals. It connects fruit waste with the critical battery supply chain. This research presents a greener option for battery recycling…

The Economic Times

New York is building a $21.2 million bridge with recycled glass, 106 tons of waste will become part of the concrete

A bridge project in New York is pioneering the use of recycled glass in its concrete mix. This groundbreaking technique not only keeps waste out of landfills but also leads to a noteworthy reduction in carbon emissions. KLAW Industries has created this technology, converting unused glass into a sustainable cement…

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A Rare Lyme Bacterium Turned Up in Herkimer County Ticks and a Resident Who Never Left New York

New York confirmed its first locally acquired Borrelia mayonii infection and found the bacterium in ten ticks from one Herkimer County property.

The Times of India

New York is building a bridge with recycled glass: $21.2 million project to divert 106 tons of glass from landfills and prevent over 72 tons of CO2 emissions

A New York bridge initiative is making headlines by incorporating recycled glass into its concrete mix. This project effectively diverts waste glass from landfills, significantly cutting down on carbon emissions. By transforming unwanted glass into a sustainable alternative for cement, this pilot demonstrates forward-thinking in construction materials. The expected completion…

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2027 Chevrolet Bolt 70-MPH Range Test: Here’s How Far America’s Cheapest EV Goes

The new Bolt starts at less than $30,000 and promises over 250 miles of range on a full charge.

The Economic Times

At California’s McCormick and Baxter Superfund site, a pilot study used hybrid poplars to treat polluted groundwater; runoff from the planted system held 99% less contamination

Poplar trees are playing a key role in detoxifying polluted groundwater at a previous industrial site. Through this innovative pilot project, there has been a remarkable decrease in water runoff pollutants. These trees utilize their intricate root systems and specialized enzymes to break down contaminants, presenting a cost-effective alternative to…

The Economic Times

Los Angeles recycled old street asphalt with microwaves instead of buying virgin paving material; over 800,000 tons were avoided over 5 years, saving approximately $8 million

Los Angeles has pioneered a groundbreaking method for recycling old asphalt pavement through microwave technology. This inventive technique not only minimizes waste but also leads to significant financial savings. Over 800,000 tons of virgin pavement were conserved, alongside millions of dollars. The process effectively repurposed reclaimed asphalt pavement into new…

The Independent UK

EPA seeks more public comments as it struggles to devise water rule that limits scope on wetlands

The Environmental Protection Agency is seeking additional public comments as it tries to redefine the scope of the nation’s bedrock clean water law to significantly limit the wetlands it covers

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Ford Won't Say If The $29,945 Fathom Can Tow Your Trailer

Ford Fathom aims at affordable everyday use, leaving towing capacity, range, and payload questions unanswered until official specs arrive.

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