Articles by John Upton
John Upton is a reporter at Climate Central.
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Tests show Texas well water polluted by fracking, despite EPA assurances
The EPA dropped its investigation into complaints about contaminated water last year. Now Duke researchers have found dangerous levels of methane in wells.
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West Virginia caught unprepared for contamination of water supply, despite warnings
The company that leaked a toxic chemical into the Elk River had told state officials about the contents of its riverside tanks. Why didn't officials draw up emergency plans?
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Enviros and climate scientists continue their fight over nuclear power
More than 300 green groups release a letter saying no to nuclear, and climate scientist Ken Caldeira defends his reluctant support for the technology.
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Maine’s governor signs GMO-labeling law
Maine is now the second state to mandate the labeling of foods containing GMOs, but the law will only take effect if other states follow its lead.