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🇺🇦 #NowPlaying on KEXP's #VarietyMix
America:
🎵 Moon Song
#America
https://jenniferterran.bandcamp.com/track/the-america-song

#America, happy 250 anniversary of the first #UFC flight at the White House.

"As Climate Disasters Create an Insurance Crisis, a California Bill Seeks to Make Fossil Fuel Companies Pay"
#US #USA #America

As Climate Disasters Create an Insurance Crisis, a California Bill Seeks to Make Fossil Fuel Companies Pay - Inside Climate News
Premiums “have gone through the roof” and insurers have been leaving the state as the costs of disasters soar amid worsening extreme weather.

"Judge blocks Trump admin’s actions targeting wind and solar"
#US #USA #America #Energy

Judge blocks Trump admin’s actions targeting wind and solar
The wide-ranging order said opponents of the administration’s actions are likely to succeed in legal challenges.

"Five Americans die every hour from toxic vehicle emissions, study finds"
#US #USA #America #Emissions

Five Americans die every hour from toxic vehicle emissions, study finds
Research suggests 41,800 premature US deaths in 2024 were attributable to road pollution

The New Face of #America Inside the Second Great Depression
#America #Depression #Doku

"Trump officials to slash public input on fossil fuel drilling on federal lands"
#US #USA #America #FossilFuels

Trump officials to slash public input on fossil fuel drilling on federal lands
Plan to limit scrutiny of polluters and shift financial risks to taxpayers is attack on democracy, advocates say

"Wildfires in Florida after dry winter and spring lead to drought across US"
#US #USA #America #Florida

"Greenland Wildlife Overpass in Colorado Reconnects Habitat Across Major Highway"
#US #USA #America #Colorado

Greenland Wildlife Overpass in Colorado Reconnects Habitat Across Major Highway | Happy Eco News
The Greenland Wildlife Overpass in Colorado spans Interstate 25, reconnecting 39,000 acres of habitat, and is expected to reduce wildlife-vehicle collisions by up to 90%.

"A ‘strategic mistake of colossal proportions’: Why Trump is losing the war on renewables"
#US #USA #America #Energy

Trump declared war on renewables – but Americans aren’t listening
Donald Trump’s efforts to push polluting coal onto Americans appear to be failing, as more households opt for rooftop solar.

"Wisconsin has conserved 750,000 acres since 1989. These trail cam photos show why it matters"
#US #USA #America #Wisconsin

These Wisconsin trail camera photos show what 750,000 acres of protected land can do for wildlife
Trail cameras in Wisconsin have captured over 100 million photos of wildlife.

"An endangered sea turtle just laid the 300th nest of the season. She's been visiting Florida beaches since 2001"
#US #USA #America

A sea turtle just laid the 300th nest of the season. She's been visiting Florida beaches since 2001
Juno the leatherback sea turtle recently marked a new milestone for her species.

🇺🇦 Auf radioeins läuft...
America:
🎵 Ventura Highway
#NowPlaying #America
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"Solar power could soon be cheaper than natural gas power in Anchorage"
#US #USA #America #Alaska

"Minnesota solar farm produces electricity – plus kale and radishes"
#US #USA #America #Minnesota

Minnesota solar farm produces electricity – plus kale and radishes
At the Big Lake solar installation, farmers grow crops between rows of solar panels.

"Maine's first 'turtle tunnels' help endangered reptiles cross a 'highway of death'"
#US #USA #America #Maine

Maine's 'turtle tunnels' help save endangered reptiles from 'highway of death'
Installed in 2021, local officials now say that there has been a “substantial reduction” in casualties for the endangered species.

"USA’s Largest Renewable Project Comes Online–With More Power Than the Hoover Dam"
#US #USA #America #Renewables

USA’s Largest Renewable Project Comes Online–With More Power Than the Hoover Dam
Complexities included many, from an agreement to relocate existing mature saguaro cacti and large agave, and remote building sites.

"Federal judge blocks Trump administration restrictions on wind and solar projects"
#US #USA #America #Enrgy

"Almost Half of America’s Kids Are Breathing Toxic Air"
#US #USA #America #Pollution

Almost Half of America’s Kids Are Breathing Toxic Air - Inside Climate News
The American Lung Association’s annual report finds that climate change is making dirty air worse, especially for communities of color. The Trump administration keeps targeting rules meant to help.

"30 Years of Volunteering Has Kept This California Creek Pristine"
#US #USA #America #California

30 Years of Volunteering Has Kept This California Creek Pristine
Through the nonprofit's tireless weeding and planting, "extraordinary progress" has been achieved there.

"Imagine the US without human-imposed borders. Here's how nature would draw the map"
#US #USA #America #Nature

Imagine there were no human-made borders in the US. Here's how nature would draw the map
For the country's 250th anniversary, Smithsonian curators draw different kinds of maps that tell a story beyond state lines.

"Solar to overtake coal on Texas grid for the first time ever this year"
#US #USA #America #Texas

Solar to overtake coal on Texas grid for the first time ever this year
The Trump administration likes to cast renewables as a socialist scam, but solar has soared in the competitive markets of the Lone Star State.

"By 2100, climate change could make unhealthy air routine for 100 million Americans"
#America #Climate #ClimateChange

By 2100, climate change could make unhealthy air routine for 100 million Americans
New modeling shows almost one in three Americans will routinely breathe air considered unhealthy for sensitive people by the year 2100 due to climate change, a seven-fold increase compared to the turn of the century.

"Scientist Discovers New Species of Wildflower That Only Grows in New Jersey"
#US #USA #America #Flowers

Scientist Discovers New Species of Wildflower That Only Grows in New Jersey
A researcher discovered a ‘rare’ wildflower that only grows in New Jersey—after studying a plant mistakenly believed to be another species.

"30 Years of Volunteering Has Kept This California Creek Pristine"
#US #USA #America #California

30 Years of Volunteering Has Kept This California Creek Pristine
Through the nonprofit's tireless weeding and planting, "extraordinary progress" has been achieved there.

"Trump signs memos to boost US fossil-fuel production for ‘defense readiness’"
#US #USA #America #FossilFuels

"Largest US renewable project begins generating electricity"
#US #USA #America #Energy

Largest US renewable project begins generating electricity
SunZia has quietly begun sending enormous amounts of wind power to California, as President Donald Trump works to thwart the wind industry.

"‘Flying potato’ owls find a home at Arizona solar complex"
#US #USA #America #Arizona

‘Flying potato’ owls find a home at Arizona solar complex
Rescued owls live in artificial burrows at the solar farms.

"Three baby pumas born in Minnesota, US, is a first in more than 100 years"
#US #USA #America #Minnesota

Three baby pumas born in Minnesota, US, is a first in more than 100 years
A female puma with her three kittens was spotted on a trail camera in Minnesota, a first in more than a century.

"Nearly 1.5M people in Louisiana depend on this strip of marsh. But it needs saving."
#US #USA #America #Louisiana

Nearly 1.5M people in Louisiana depend on this strip of marsh. But it needs saving.
The New Orleans Land Bridge protects New Orleans from storm surge. Like much of Louisiana's coast, it's disappearing at a rapid rate.

"US moves to allow commercial fishing in Pacific marine protected areas"
#US #USA #America #Oceans

US moves to allow commercial fishing in Pacific marine protected areas
On June 11, U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive proclamation to open additional commercial fishing grounds in remote areas of the Pacific. The proclamation says restoring access to these areas “will promote economic opportunity.” However, local groups warn it will open the door to overfishing in a crucial marine habitat and sacred cultural site. […]

"Solar to overtake coal on Texas grid for the first time ever this year"
#US #USA #America #Texas

Solar to overtake coal on Texas grid for the first time ever this year
The Trump administration likes to cast renewables as a socialist scam, but solar has soared in the competitive markets of the Lone Star State.

"Trump brands UK ‘crazy’ for not drilling the North Sea. But would it actually lower energy bills?"
#US #USA #America #Trump

No more windmills!’: Why Trump’s call for North Sea oil is misguided
Donald Trump’s latest attack on renewables has reignited calls to drill the North Sea for oil – despite research showing it won’t lower energy bills.

"American farmers bet on solar. Then Trump changed the rules."
#US #USA #America #SolarPower

American farmers bet on solar. Then Trump changed the rules.
We tracked how the collapse of federal rural energy support is ending solar projects across farm country — and costing some developers millions they'll never get back.

"America’s Largest Rainforest Safe from Logging Thanks to Alaska Court Ruling"
#US #USA #America #Alaska

America's Largest Rainforest Safe from Logging Thanks to Alaska Court Ruling
Judge Gleason granted the defendants' motion to dismiss, and did so 'with prejudice,' meaning such a suit can never be brought again.

"Arizona is building its 27th wildlife crossing. Altogether, they've reduced collisions by 90%"
#US #USA #America #Arizona

Arizona is building its 27th wildlife crossing. Altogether, they've reduced collisions by 90%
The new project, over I-17, just south of Flagstaff, is projected to be completed by fall 2026.

"Used EVs are on the upswing in America"
#US #USA #America #EV

Used EVs are on the upswing in America
While sales of new electric vehicles are stalling out, more consumers are buying used EVs than ever. Price has a lot to do with it.

"Bees are buzzing on Michigan State’s campus"
#US #USA #America #Michigan

Bees are buzzing on Michigan State’s campus
The university is converting acres of grass into wildflower meadows that attract pollinators.

"Minnesota’s Boundary Waters Just Lost Protection From Mining"
#US #USA #America #Minnesota

Minnesota's Boundary Waters Just Lost Protection From Mining - Inside Climate News
Democrat Tina Smith held the Senate floor for hours arguing against the removal of the ban, but GOP senators were unmoved and the Senate approved the resolution 50-49.

"Congress Wants You To Pay $130 A Year Just To Drive An Electric Car"
#US #USA #America #EV

"Florida tightens rules on capturing giant manta rays but stops short of full ban"
#US #USA #America #Florida…

"Wood burning is reintroducing lead pollution into the air, US scientists find"
#US #USA #America #Emissions

"Recycling Glass into Sand Helps Protect Louisiana’s Coast from Erosion"
#US #USA #America #Louisiana

Recycling Glass into Sand Helps Protect Louisiana’s Coast from Erosion | Happy Eco News
Recycling glass into sand by New Orleans startup Glass Half Full processes 100,000 pounds monthly to restore Louisiana's eroding coastline, creating disaster relief materials and supporting wetland protection while diverting bottles from landfills.

"In a First for the U.S., Renewables Generate More Power Than Natural Gas"
#US #USA #America #Energy

For the First Time in the U.S., Renewables Generate More Power Than Natural Gas

"Warmer Waters Bring Great White Sharks to Southern California"
#US #USA #America #California

Warmer Waters Bring Great White Sharks to Southern California

"This Ohio county put a ban on wind and solar. Will voters reverse it?"
#US #USA #America #Ohio

This Ohio county put a ban on wind and solar. Will voters reverse it?
Richland County blocked large-scale renewables in most townships. Voters now have a rare opportunity to overturn that policy at the ballot box.

"Unique Honeybees Found Only in Southern California Can Fend Off Deadly Varroa Mites"
#US #USA #America #California

Unique Honeybees Found Only in Southern California Can Fend Off Deadly Varroa Mites
A unique hybrid honeybee found only in Southern California has demonstrated the ability to survive and fend off deadly Varroa mites.

"11,000 jobs, $1.4 billion in savings: what a decade of green banking built in Philadelphia"
#US #USA #America #Philadelphia

11,000 jobs, $1.4 billion in savings: what a decade of green banking built in Philadelphia | The Optimist Daily
Philadelphia turned $14.7 million in public funding into $1.3 billion in investment and $1.4 billion in energy savings over ten years.

"U.S. deploys 7.8 GW of solar in Q1"
#US #USA #America #SolarPower

U.S. deploys 7.8 GW of solar in Q1 - pv magazine Global
Despite the decline, solar accounted for 60% of all new electricity generating capacity in Q1 2026. Energy storage and solar combined represented 91% of new capacity, found the Solar Energy Industries Association and Wood Mackenzie.

"Why doesn't the US recycle more plastic? Study points to lack of access"
#US #USA #America #Recycling

Why doesn't the US recycle more plastic? Study points to lack of access
A new University at Buffalo study finds that people in the United States generate similar amounts of plastic packaging waste regardless of income, education level or where they live. Yet wealthier and more college-educated communities are much more likely to recycle soda bottles, takeout containers and other plastic packaging. Why? It's complicated, but the study, published in Communications Sustainability, suggests that unequal access to recycling infrastructure plays a key role.

"The year so far: hottest and driest in U.S. history"
#US #USA #America #Climate

The year so far: hottest and driest in U.S. history
After a season-defying March heat wave pushed things into overdrive, it’s an open question – and a crucial one – how soon more generous moisture might arrive.

"Monterey Park becomes first US city to permanently ban data centers"
#US #USA #America #MontereyPark

Monterey Park becomes first US city to permanently ban data centers | The Optimist Daily
Monterey Park voters just made history, permanently banning data centers with 86 percent support. Other cities are watching.

"We bet you can’t guess which states rely most on wind and solar power"
#US #USA #America #Energy

We bet you can’t guess which states rely most on wind and solar power
The share of power generated by wind and solar exceeded 30% in over a dozen states in 2025, which was a banner year for renewables even amid Trump’s…

"Smog, Lies and Pineapples: How LA Cleaned up Its Air and What’s Left to Do"
#US #USA #America #LosAngeles…

Smog, Lies and Pineapples: How LA Cleaned up Its Air and What’s Left to Do - Inside Climate News
In “Smog and Sunshine,” UCLA’s Ann Carlson tells of the scientists, lawyers, government officials and community members behind the decades-long effort to clear Southern California skies.

"For first time, Americans are getting more of their electricity from solar than coal"
#US #USA #America #Energy

For first time, Americans are getting more of their electricity from solar than coal
Solar provides more than twice the share of electricity it did five years ago.

"Google to Use Natural Gas to Power Massive Data Center in Texas"
#US #USA #America #Texas

Google to Use Natural Gas to Power Massive Data Center in Texas

"‘Woefully unprepared’: extreme heat will double US hospitalizations by 2040, study finds"
#US #USA #America #Climate

"This LA neighborhood is choked by smog. The solution: a network of sensors on offices, homes and bags"
#US #USA #America #LosAngeles

"Wildfires Are Reversing Years of US Air Quality Gains, Study Finds"
#US #USA #America #Wildfires

Wildfires Are Reversing Years of US Air Quality Gains, Study Finds - Inside Climate News
Tailpipe emissions standards implemented early this century helped reduce smog levels. Longer, more intense fire seasons have erased much of that progress.

"US proposes endangered species protections for an imperiled Jamaican butterfly"
#US #USA #America #Jamaca

US proposes endangered species protections for an imperiled Jamaican butterfly
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) recently proposed listing Jamaica’s most imperiled butterfly, the Jamaican kite swallowtail, as endangered under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). The species (Protographium marcellinus), a small, fast-flying butterfly, flutters through its limestone forest home. Its wings, painted in streaks of bright turquoise and black with a dash of red, […]

"US is ‘using Mexico as a garbage sink’ leading to ‘toxic crisis’, UN expert says"
#US #USA #America #UN

"Second-warmest spring in U.S. history"
#US #USA #America #Climate

Second-warmest spring in U.S. history
Record-low snowpack and historic late-March heat were among the standout events.

"U.S. Cities See Public Transit Use Grow as Fuel Prices Remain High"
#US #USA #America #PublicTransport

U.S. Cities See Public Transit Use Grow as Fuel Prices Remain High

"Hatchings of two California bald eagle chicks delight vast livestream audience"
#US #USA #America #California

"New Desalination Plant Gives San Diego So Much Water it’s Helping Other States Suffering Drought"
#US #USA #America #SanDiego

New Desalination Plant Gives San Diego So Much Water it's Helping Other States Suffering Drought
In exchange, the states would fund the quarterly costs of running San Diego's Carlsbad Desalination Plant.

"Majority of US’s new AI datacenters to be built on drought-hit land"
#US #USA #America #AI

"Can a carbon price lower power bills? Virginia is betting yes."
#US #USA #America #Virginia

Can a carbon price lower power bills? Virginia is betting yes.
With power demand from data centers skyrocketing, the state is rejoining a regional climate initiative.

"Weather tracker: Warm March in US leaves snowpack critically low"
#US #USA #America #Weather

"Mule deer already using incomplete $20m wildlife bridge in California"
#US #USA #America #California

"Endangered whale protections may be delayed to 2035 under Trump-backed plan"
#US #USA #America #Whales

Endangered whale protections may be delayed to 2035 under Trump-backed plan
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — For roughly 380 right whales left in the North Atlantic, which can die after getting tangled in fishing ropes or hit by ships, the Trump administration said this month it wants to delay new protections by almost a decade in favor of commercial fishing interests. The sleek black whales, which weigh as much as a […]

"California and New York weaken climate rules as red states ramp up green energy"
#US #USA #America #NewYork …

"California’s Battery Array Is as Powerful as 12 Nuclear Power Plants. Here’s What’s on the Horizon."
#US #USA #America #California

California’s Battery Array Is as Powerful as 12 Nuclear Power Plants. Here’s What’s on the Horizon. - Inside Climate News
An expert in the state’s energy grid explains how the state is faring amid federal cuts.

"US adds 26.6 GW of solar in 2025 as renewables dominate"
#US #USA #America #SolarPower

US adds 26.6 GW of solar in 2025 as renewables dominate
Solar and wind accounted for nearly 90% of all new utility-scale generating capacity added to the US grid through December 2025, according to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).

"Scientists lose critical climate record as ocean observatory will go dark under Trump funding cuts"
#US #USA #America #Climate

Scientists lose critical climate record as ocean observatory will go dark under Trump funding cuts
A portion of one of the most ambitious ocean monitoring networks ever built will go dark this month when scientists board a research vessel and motor off the Oregon coast to pull a research buoy from deep out of the Pacific.

"California neighbors cut carbon together"
#US #USA #America #California

California neighbors cut carbon together
The EcoBlock project helped 15 homeowners on a single Oakland block get new rooftop solar, heat pumps, and insulation.

"WA’s latest emissions report shows small decline"
#US #USA #America #Washington

"US garbage incinerators are failing to eliminate ‘forever chemical’ air pollution, experts warn"
#US #USA #America #PFAS