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Flying Insects Have Declined by 60 Percent in the U.K., Survey Finds

Yale E360

A new survey of flying insects in Britain found their numbers have dropped nearly 60 percent since 2004, a "terrifying" decline given the vital role that insects play in pollinating crops, consuming organic waste, and killing pests , advocates say. Read more on E360 ?.

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A Busy Legislative Season in California Adds Up to a More Climate Proof Future

Union of Concerned Scientists

When EVs do retire, it is critical that we can keep hazardous waste out of landfills and communities while limiting the amount of critical minerals (lithium, cobalt, nickel, etc.) As these regulations drive down emissions, we will also see an increase in battery retirements. that need to be mined for new batteries.

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Independence Conservancy Hosts Waste Tire Collection Events In Beaver, Washington Counties

PA Environment Daily

The Independence Conservancy will host three waste tire collection events in Beaver and Washington counties to provide an affordable way for vehicle owners to get rid of tires or wheels from cars and light trucks and other vehicles. All collections are held on Saturday mornings from 9:00 a.m.

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Independence Conservancy Hosts 4 Waste Tire Collection Events In Beaver County

PA Environment Daily

The Independence Conservancy will host four waste tire collection events in Beaver County to provide an affordable way for vehicle owners to get rid of tires or wheels from cars and light trucks and other vehicles. Clinton -- May 6: Ambridge Borough Building, 600 11th St., Rochester -- May 20: Aliquippa Street Dept., 1497 Kennedy Blvd.,

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Independence Conservancy To Hold 3 Waste Tire Collection Events In Allegheny, Beaver Counties

PA Environment Daily

Since 2004, Independence Conservancy has properly disposed of over 58,000 tires through this program, reinvesting all proceeds into clean water and open green space. The Independence Conservancy is a nonprofit land conservation and environmental stewardship organization active in Beaver, Washington and Allegheny Counties.

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Independence Conservancy Hosts Waste Tire Collection Events In Beaver, Washington Counties

PA Environment Daily

Since 2004, Independence Conservancy has properly disposed of over 64,000 tires through this program, reinvesting all proceeds into clean water and open green space. The Independence Conservancy is a nonprofit land conservation and environmental stewardship organization active in Beaver, Washington and Allegheny Counties.

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Federal Water Tap, September 27: New Projections Show High Risks for Colorado River Reservoirs

Circle of Blue

The waste is stored at 75 nuclear power sites in the country. Some scholars argue that the stress test is not stressful enough for depicting a worst-case scenario of several extremely dry years, like those that occurred in 2000 to 2004. By the Numbers. 86,000 Metric Tons : Amount of used nuclear fuel from U.S. On the Radar.