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Asset Owners Double AI Environmental Risk View in Year — 3dGrowing concerns about AI's environmental footprint are rising among asset owners and the public, with surveys showing worries about data-center energy use, electricity costs, and climate impacts as AI expands. Meanwhile, new research explores using generative AI to forecast air pollution more efficiently, and debates over data centers include pollution from power plants and calls for policies on grid upgrades and clean energy.

EPA Finalizes Repeal of Power Plant Climate Rules — Sep 11, 2026Methane remains a critical climate threat as researchers pursue new removal methods, including MIT’s catalyst system that turns methane into formaldehyde and other advanced approaches, while policymakers debate how to regulate methane pollution in energy production. At the same time, the administration’s proposals to loosen leak-inspection rules for low-producing stripper wells and heightened scrutiny of other methane-emitting facilities spark concerns from environmental groups and public watchdogs about worsening air quality and climate impacts.

Excessive Light Pollution At Night Linked To Increased Alzheimer’s Risk — Sep 6, 2024American researchers investigated correlations between outside nightly light pollution and Alzheimer’s disease. HUDSON MCDONALD VIA PEXELS. “> Excessive light pollution at night may increase the risk of Alzheimer’s…

Harris VP Choice Signals Tougher Stance on Pollution Under BidenReporting — Aug 12, 2020By bringing U.S. Senator Kamala Harris onto the ticket, Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden has signaled support for the enforcement of U.S. anti-pollution laws and for suing companies that pollute…

IJREXCLUSIVE: Trump’s EPA Wants More Plastic Turned Into New Products, And The Paper Lobby Is Fighting ItSimon August · 4 min · 10h

EPA Plans Repeal of Power-Plant Carbon Standards — Sep 11, 2026The EPA is moving to roll back Biden-era carbon rules for coal- and gas-fired power plants, including repeal of the endangerment finding, as part of a broader push under President Donald Trump to ease environmental regulations; the actions are being pursued around the G20 energy ministers meeting in Houston. At the same time, the agency is proposing to weaken public-participation rules for data-center and related pollution permits, a move that critics say undermines environmental safeguards and could accelerate data-center development despite community opposition.

YourlistRankingMost Influential Women in World HistoryFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.1379 votes · 26 candidates

Dems Mourn Closure Of EPA Office That Once Tested Toxic Pollutants On Humans — Jul 24, 2025Democrats are lamenting the impending closure of an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) office that once conducted experiments that exposed people to toxic pollutants. The EPA announced a major reorganization on…

Earth Day Reminder: Green Groups Linked To World’s Top Polluter — Apr 22, 2025Some prominent green groups — including ones that play up Earth Day — also happen to have financial connections to the government of China, the nation that pollutes the planet more than any other. The Natural Resources…

Batteries Needed For Green Transition Are ‘Unrecognized’ Source Of Pollution, Study FindsReporting — Jul 10, 2024The lithium-ion batteries that are essential to the green energy transition are an “unrecognized and potentially growing” source of chemical pollution, according to a new study published in Nature. The study sought to…

WMO warns wildfire smoke may be undercounting tens of thousands of deaths — Sep 7, 2026Global health and ecosystems are at risk as the WMO warns that escalating wildfires and heatwaves are eroding progress in air quality, calling for coordinated climate and air-pollution policies and enhanced monitoring of PM2.5, ground-level ozone, black carbon, and microplastics. The bulletin also highlights that wildfire-derived PM2.5 can be more toxic and may lead to underestimations of mortality, with hotspots and long-term averages showing troubling trends in places like northwestern Spain, northern Canada, and parts of Africa.

Tom Gallagher My asthma got way worse during that smoky week last summer and I bet none of that shows up in official death counts anywhere.

On X · @ArsenalArsenal Wishes Happy Birthday to Legend David SeamanThe official Arsenal account posted a simple birthday greeting to former goalkeeper David Seaman, generating overwhelmingly positive and nostalgic reactions from fans with virtually no opposition.1,083 likes · 20m

Indonesia targets 14-fold aluminum growth by 2030 with coal and Chinese funding — Sep 1, 2026Indonesia is racing to expand aluminum and alumina production, leveraging coal-fired smelting and heavy Chinese investment as Middle East disruptions from the Iran war tighten global supply and boost prices. While this accelerates output toward ambitious 2030 targets, critics warn coal-powered smelting undercuts climate aims and could worsen local air pollution, fueling debates over greener energy options.

Marcus Bell Trading one environmental crisis for an economic win rarely ends well long-term, especially when coal's doing the heavy lifting.

Biden Admin Pouring Millions of Dollars Into ‘Environmental Justice’ for MinoritiesReporting — Jul 8, 2021The Environmental Protection Agency announced Wednesday that it will direct an additional $50 million to strengthen the monitoring of air pollution and improve air quality for communities of color and “environmental…

YourlistVS BattleMadonna vs Lady GagaThe Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.Madonna vs Lady Gaga · 152 votes — pick a side

EPA proposal to cut data center permit notices sparks backlashPolitics — Sep 1, 2026The EPA proposed a rule to remove federal public-notice and comment requirements for minor air permits tied to data centers, delegating public involvement to state and local authorities while keeping emission standards unchanged. Critics argue this reduces transparency and could leave communities uninformed about environmental impacts, especially as data-center development accelerates amid concerns about AI infrastructure, whereas supporters say the change would streamline permitting without altering pollution limits.

Obama Allies Melt Down After Trump Trashes Landmark Climate Reg — Feb 13, 2026Several Democrats framed the Trump administration’s repeal of a cornerstone climate regulation on Thursday as a move that will allow pollution to sweep the nation. The Trump Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)…

Don’t Believe Dem Lies – They’re Still Coming for Our Gas Stoves and Here’s the ProofOpinion — Mar 13, 2024Don’t believe Democrats when they claim the left isn’t coming for your gas stoves. They are, and it’s happening through a propaganda campaign linking the appliances to air pollution. In a Feb. 29 statement , the U.S…

DDaily Caller News FoundationEXCLUSIVE: Trump’s EPA Wants More Plastic Turned Into New Products, And The Paper Lobby Is Fighting ItA conservative group is pressing six paper giants to rein in their lobbying against a Trump administration-backed push to recycle more plastic.10h · 1 reads

Economy, Pandemic Overshadow Climate for Young US VotersReporting — Oct 18, 2020The two dozen students who signed up for air pollution expert James Goldstene’s advanced environmental studies class all say they are deeply passionate about fighting climate change. But when it comes to voting in the…

QuizieQuizHow charismatic are you, really?Not a score out of ten — the AI identifies your specific brand of charm and where it's most dangerous.3 min · today's quiz

California Accuses Oil Giant Of Lying About Plastic Recycling In New Lawsuit — Sep 23, 2024The state of California is suing ExxonMobil, alleging that the company deceived the public about how effective recycling plastic products is and facilitating pollution. Democratic California Attorney General Rob Bonta…

Study Turns Up Surprising Way ‘Green’ Cars Pollute More Than Gas-Powered EnginesOpinion — May 17, 2022Editor’s Note: Our readers responded strongly to this story when it originally ran; we’re reposting it here in case you missed it. Remember the complaints about the feasibility of electric vehicles, particularly in…

STEVE MILLOY: Trump EPA Gets Fraud Out Of Air Pollution Rules — Jan 18, 2026The Trump Environmental Protection Agency just decided to no longer inflate the monetized benefits of EPA air quality regulations with imaginary deaths prevented. This has put the greens into orbit. The New York Times…

Offshore Wind Turbine That Dumped Debris Into Atlantic Damaged Again By Lightning Strike — Mar 3, 2025The same Vineyard Wind offshore wind turbine that malfunctioned and polluted the ocean in July 2024 was again damaged by a Feb. 27 lightning strike, according to multiple reports. The developer of the offshore wind farm…

IJRItaly Scrambles Warships Toward Red Sea As Houthis Close In On Global Shipping ChokepointFrancis Kapper · 6 min · 13h

North Carolina Residents Ravaged by Hurricane Helene Allege Mining Company Taking Advantage — Aug 11, 2025Residents in Poplar, North Carolina, are demanding action against what they say is an illegal mining operation polluting the Nolichucky River and sending dust into the air for nearly a year while the community rebuilds…

9,000-Pound Hummer EV Pollutes More Than a Gas-Powered Chevy MalibuReporting — Jul 8, 2022The hype says electric vehicles are much better for the environment than their gas-powered counterparts. But the truth is more nuanced, as evidenced by the Hummer EV, according to a report from the American Council for…

STEVE MILLOY: Trump’s EPA Is Right To Be Skeptical Of ‘Sun-Blocking’ — Apr 21, 2025Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin acted this week to stop a dubious, if not dangerous, idea: blocking sunlight with air pollution to cool the planet. Make Sunsets is private company in South…

US Sen. Harris, Rep. Ocasio-Cortez Offer Environmental Justice BillReporting — Aug 6, 2020U.S. Senator Kamala Harris and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez on Thursday introduced legislation to beef up federal accountability for pollution in minority communities disproportionately harmed by climate…

Major Science Organization’s Claim Climate Change Might Increase Mental Illness, Suicide Has More Craters Than Moon — Sep 18, 2025The National Academy of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine (NASEM) highlighted in its Wednesday report about greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) that some researchers have linked climate change and air pollution to mental…

On X · @FCBarcelonaFC Barcelona Releases Squad List Ahead of La Liga Clash with SevillaBarcelona's official squad announcement for the Sevilla match generated mostly positive and neutral fan engagement focused on hype, lineups, and minor gripes, with no real controversy or split in opinions.1,152 likes · 20m