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Mountaintop Removal Mining: Why Clean Coal is a Lie
The coal lobby has thrown billions of dollars at convincing consumers that “clean coal” is the future of American energy. It’s abundant, it’s cheap, and thanks to carbon capture technology, burning coal isn’t as bad for the planet as it used to be! That’s the claim, and it’s partly true. Unfortunately, there is really no such thing as “clean coal.”
New Anti-Coal Film Takes on Mountaintop Removal Mining
The Last Mountain takes a hard look at mountaintop removal mining and how it’s destroying Appalachia.
Understanding HVAC Helps Keep Energy Costs Low
It’s estimated that the average American home uses over $2,000 of energy every year. Almost half of this amount is spent on heating and cooling costs alone.
Understanding The Dangers Of Radiation Exposure (Infographic)
Recent fluctuating reports that dangerous levels of radiation have been detected in Japanese food and water have many people concerned. This graphic provides information about radiation risks and how to stay safe.
Poop Power: Dog-Fueled Park Lamps
Weird sources of renewable energy seem to be popping up every day. Now, a park in Cambridge, Massachusetts is trying out lamp posts powered with dog poop.
