Environmental Issues in Michigan: 8 Biggest Problems and What Is Being Done
The 8 biggest environmental issues in Michigan, from PFAS and lead pipes to Lake Erie algae, Line 5, Detroit smog, invasive species and extreme weather.
Environmental Issues in the US: 8 Biggest Problems and What Is Being Done
The 8 biggest environmental issues in the US, from climate change, smog and lead pipes to wildfires, drought, plastic waste, wildlife loss and toxic sites.
Meta Signs Deals for 180,000 Tons of Low-Carbon Cement and 25 Electric Trucks
Meta signed multi-year deals for certificates tied to 180,000 tons of Sublime cement, 25 Nevoya electric trucks on I-10 and near-zero steel from Stegra.
How Much Does a Heat Pump Cost? Installed Prices, Running Costs and Rebates in 2026
A heat pump costs about $4,000–$15,000 installed, a one-room mini-split $2,000–$4,000 and geothermal $15,000–$35,000. See prices by size, extras and rebates.
10 Eco-Friendly House Ideas That Cut Energy and Water Use (With the Numbers)
10 eco-friendly house ideas ranked by what they save, from air sealing (15% off heating and cooling) to heat pumps, WaterSense fixtures and solar.
Massachusetts and Nova Scotia Seek Input on Offshore Wind for New England
Massachusetts and Nova Scotia issued a joint request for information on Nova Scotia offshore wind for New England. Responses are due December 31, 2026.
GM Backs 2 Michigan Solar Farms Totaling 300 MW, Its Largest Clean-Energy Project
GM is the main buyer of power from two NorthStar solar farms in Michigan totaling 300 MW, which it calls its largest clean-energy project to date.
10 Agricultural Technology Examples: From GPS Tractors to Vertical Farms
See 10 agricultural technology examples, from GPS auto-steer and drones to drip irrigation and gene editing, with USDA data on how widely U.S. farms use them.
Is Water a Renewable Resource? Yes, but Not Everywhere
Water is renewable thanks to the water cycle, but fresh water is only 2.5% of Earth’s water and some aquifers barely refill. See U.S. data and what it means.
U.S. PET Bottle Recycling Rate Falls to 29% as Recycled Content Hits Record
NAPCOR’s 2025 report puts the U.S. PET bottle recycling rate at 29%, down from 30.2%, while recycled content in bottles hit a record 22.9%.