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Disinfecting wipes are clogging the nation’s sewer systems
Bathroom wipes are being marketed as flushable, but once they reach the wastewater treatment plant they become a pain in the butt.
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World Bank joins war on coal
The international lender says it won't support coal-fired power plants in most circumstances, opting instead to fund cleaner energy.
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Hate fruits and veggies? These freaky photos will not help
Whether created by a nuclear power plant meltdown or a kid with Photoshop, this produce is MESSED. UP.
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Plant matters: Is photosynthesis the best defense against climate change?
Photosynthesis, in the form of biochar, may be an important weapon in the fight against climate change.
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Why don’t farmers believe in climate change?
And does it really matter whether they do?
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Have fun, stay single — it’s sustainable
People who live alone tend to live more sustainably, which is good news for cities.
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E.U. bans another bee-killing insecticide
First the European Union banned three neonicotinoid pesticides, and now it's restricting use of a nerve agent that's toxic to bees. If only the U.S. were so concerned about pollinators.
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Handy map shows you where to find a moment of silence in New York City
If you're fed up to death with urban noise, this crowdsourced map will help you find a place where you can hear yourself think for half a second.
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Antarctic marine reserve plans scuppered by Russia
Russia blocked proposals from America, New Zealand, and others to protect more than 1.5 million square miles of Antarctic ocean areas from fishing.
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CIA backs $630,000 scientific study on controlling global climate
Conspiracy theorists, rejoice! The scientists will study how humans might influence weather patterns.
