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An aerial view of the AltEn facility, surrounded by green fields.

How a Nebraska ethanol plant turned seeds into toxic waste

State regulators shuttered the AltEn plant in 2021 after years of environmental violations. Residents are just beginning to grapple with its toxic legacy.

Diana Kruzman Health April 21, 2022

In a red-state first, Nebraska plans to decarbonize power sector by mid-century

There are some caveats, but it’s an ambitious goal for a state that currently gets more than half of its electricity from coal.

Zoya Teirstein Energy December 10, 2021

A look behind the scenes of what could be Google’s biggest test of carbon capture

Documents indicate that the tech company may be planning a massive natural gas-powered data center project in Nebraska — but it could hinge on one piece of legislation.

Anila Yoganathan Accountability March 24, 2026

A home displays a “Stop the Date Center” sign along South 11th Street on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 in Nebraska City.

Nebraskans are taking a hard look at data centers

Residents and officials are finding ways to slow down the development rush.

Anila Yoganathan Energy June 3, 2026

Grist partners with Flatwater Free Press to fund climate reporter

The new hire will cover climate impacts in Nebraska for local and national audiences.

Rachel Glickhouse Updates July 23, 2025

Members Of House Armed Services Committee Attend Closed Briefing On Medical Intelligence On Coronavirus

Progressives bet that drinking water can help the left flip a House seat in Nebraska

An ad backing Green New Deal Democrat Kara Eastman in the Omaha area race casts GOP Representative Don Bacon as a polluters’ stooge.

Alexander C. Kaufman Politics October 31, 2020

In Nebraska, he’s working to break up meat monopolies

Graham Christensen comes from a long line of Midwestern farmers. Now, he’s setting his sights on improving the landscape for the next generation.

Brianna Baker Culture September 1, 2020

A home is severely damaged after Hurricane Beryl swept through the area on July 08, 2024 in Freeport, Texas. Tropical Storm Beryl developed into a Category 1 hurricane as it hit the Texas coast late last night. (Photo by Brandon Bell/Getty Images)

Is your state becoming uninsurable? We have the latest data.

Home insurance is buckling under climate risk and construction trends. Find out how your state fares.

Jake Bittle, Emily Jones, Vivian La, Anila Yoganathan, Katie Myers, Clayton Aldern, & Juanpablo Ramirez-Franco Economics March 18, 2026

A woman and man play with a baby and toddler in front of a house

The EPA was considering a massive lead cleanup in Omaha. Then Trump shifted guidance.

Tens of thousands of Omahans have lead in their yards at levels that experts say is dangerous, especially for kids. Growing momentum to do more cleanup in what’s already the nation’s largest residential lead Superfund site now may stall.

Chris Bowling, Flatwater Free Press Accountability December 14, 2025

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