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The Philippines' dependency on coal-fired power surged 62% last year, overtaking China, Indonesia and Poland, according to London-based energy think-tank Ember. Last year, the share of electricity generated from coal in the Philippines climbed to 61.9% from 59.1% in 2022, making it the most coal dependent country in Southeast Asia.

Philippines overtakes China and Indonesia to be most dependent on coal-generated power

South Carolina State

The Associated Press

Wood pellet production skyrocketed across the U.S. South to feed the European Union’s recent push for renewable energy but residents near manufacturing plants -- often those in poor, rural swaths -- believe the process is making people sick. (AP video by Stephen Smith) GLOSTER, Miss. (AP) — This southern Mississippi town’s expansive wood pellet plant was so close to Shelia Mae Dobbins’ home that she sometimes heard company loudspeakers. She says industrial residues coated her truck and she no longer enjoys spending time in the air outdoors.  Dobbins feels her life — and health — were better before 2016, when Drax opened a facility able to compress 450,000 tons of wood chips annually in the majority Black town of Gloster, Mississippi. To her, it’s no coincidence federal regulators find residents are exposed to unwanted air particles and they experience asthma more than most of the country. Her asthma and diabetes were once under control, but since a 2017 diagnosis of heart and lung disease, Dobbins has frequently lived at the end of a breathing tube connected to an oxygen cannister.

Wood pellets boomed in the US South. Climate activists want Biden to stop boosting industry growth

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	After decades of research and billions of dollars in funding, nuclear fusion has produced “net energy” (more energy coming out of a reaction than was necessary to start it) in exactly two places in our solar system: Lawrence Livermore National Lab, and the sun. Even the scientists who did it on Earth say that using the technology for real-world energy generation is still a “very distant” prospect. 

	On the bright side, however, the regulatory path for fusion energy has gotten a lot clearer. 
	
	The ADVANCE Act, signed by President Biden last week, contained language that will simplify the path...

The Future of Nuclear Fusion Is Clear — Legally, At Least

West Virginia State

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Norfolk, VA

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Four Virginians were confirmed to be onboard when the Titanic sank on April 14, 1912. Phillip Acts and Selini Decker, who lived a few blocks apart in Norfolk, died when the ship sank. Richmond native Robert Decker and Eloise Smith, who later moved to Richmond from West Virginia, survived.

There's a reason no remains from the Virginia Titanic victims will ever be found

Polk County, FL

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Uncovering Florida

In a recent operation, officers responded to reports of illegal harvesting of saw palmetto berries in the Arbuckle Wildlife Management Area. The officers, Cody Seitz and Vincent Fioramanti, observed two individuals harvesting saw palmetto berries. As the officers approached, the individuals attempted to flee on foot but were quickly located by Officer Seitz, hiding in the saw palmettos.

Meth & Berries: Illegal Berry Harvest Leads to Arrests in Polk County

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Fond Du Lac, WI

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Mercury Marine is laying off around 1,700 hourly employees in Fond du Lac, according to a spokesperson. The company is hitting the brakes with “short-term layoffs,” which will see workers lose eight weeks of work, split into two-week chunks. This move has certainly caught many by surprise.

A Wisconsin company is laying off thousands of workers

New research suggests that global shipping regulations intended to improve air quality may have inadvertently caused a climate reaction that is warming the planet. In January 2020, the International Maritime Organization reduced the amount of sulfur dioxide (SO2) content allowed in shipping fuel from 3.5% to 0.5%. This shift resulted in an estimated 80% reduction in harmful SO2 emissions from ships worldwide, as the Los Angeles Times detailed.

New research suggests major change to ships' fuel may have kick-started a bizarre unintended effect: 'These kind of studies should in no way be seen as a way to say we should stop'

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

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Diesel engines have been a long running staple in a number of vehicles (read: trucks) for a very long time. It's still the better engine choice over gasoline when it comes to hauling power, which is why it's still so prolific in shipping and distribution. Diesel engines also tend to last longer than regular gas engines, and are generally more efficient.

What Is A Diesel Death Zone And Are You At Risk?

Aurora, CO

David Heitz

Aurora’s pallet shelters for people experiencing homelessness, which only allow a maximum 30-day stay, have been cycling the same individuals in and out, city staff told council members Thursday. Many return to street encampments when their time in the pallet shelter runs out, Jessica Prosser, homeless services director for the city, said. Then, the city sweeps the encampment again, and they get to come back to the shelter for another 30 days, Prosser explained. This process can repeat multiple times.

Aurora pallet shelters a revolving door for homeless

Explore Beaufort SC

The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

(Reuters) The amount of electricity produced by wind farms in the U.S. fell to a 33-month low on Monday, forcing power generators to crank up natural-gas fired plants to keep air conditioners humming during a hot summer day. Over the past few years, much of the money energy firms have...

US Wind Power Falls to 33-Month Low, Generators Burn More Natgas

Denver, CO

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

You may have heard about harmful chemicals lurking in your food or water. But a new study has revealed another way these "forever chemicals" can sneak into your body: through your skin. What's happening?. Groundbreaking research published in the journal Environment International has revealed that per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)...

Scientists sound alarm over news about absorption of 'forever chemicals': 'We are coating ourselves in this stuff'

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s medical cannabis program has taken significant steps toward ensuring those with qualifying conditions have access to medical cannabis as soon as possible, said Gov. Andy Beshear this week.

State to open licensing applications for medical cannabis businesses beginning July 1

Publisher of NeutronBytes, a blog about nuclear energy online since 2007. Consultant and project manager for technology innovation processes and new product / program development for commercial... DOE RFI For Interim Storage of Spend Nuclear Fuel. Holtec Calls For Supreme Court To Reinstate New Mexico License. DOE RFI For Interim...

DOE Issues RFI For Interim Storage of Spent Nuclear Fuel

The Nuclear Company , a fleet-scale nuclear development company based in America’s heartland, announced plans to construct a series of nuclear power plants in the. The company’s fleet-scale model combines using proven, licensed technology and a design-once, build-many approach with developing coalitions across communities, regulators and financial stakeholders.

The Nuclear Company Announces Plans to Develop Fleet-Scale Nuclear Power in the U.S.

Here’s a story that’s making waves in the retail world: Conn's HomePlus, a well-known discount furniture chain, has just filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. And the news isn’t just about numbers—it’s about real people and places, so let’s dive into what’s happening.

Another retail giant has just filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and is shutting down several stores.

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Concrete has long been one of the most common construction materials, and you can see it just about everywhere. Lately, however, some scientists have been trying to find ways to create cement-free concrete. And now, they’ve come up with a pretty solid option.
One of the main reasons behind wanting to use concrete without cement is that it can help reduce the environmental impact that traditional concrete has on the planet. Cement production is actually one of the more significant contributors to greenhouse gas emissions, so finding a way to cut down on that will greatly benefit the fight against climate...

Revolutionary new concrete doesn’t have any cement in it

Redbox, the iconic movie rental company with over 34,000 locations nationwide, has announced the closure of its operations following its parent company's filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. This decision has left many of its loyal users saddened, marking the end of an era for physical media enthusiasts.

A rental company with 34,000 locations has closed its doors

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Georgia’s coal ash cleanup controversies, explained

This story is part of a collaboration with Grist and WABE to demystify the Georgia Public Service Commission, the small but powerful state-elected board that makes...

Georgia’s coal ash cleanup controversies, explained

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