April 22, 2024
Environmental Racism
Environmental Racism
Environmental racism remains a pressing issue in the United States, highlighted by a series of modern-day examples that underscore systemic inequalities.
A Geothermal Energy Boom Could be Coming to Chicago’s South Side
Summary
In a bid to ensure Chicago's Black community is not excluded from the emerging green economy, Naomi Davis of Chicago’s Blacks in Green is championing geothermal energy. The organization, having secured a $10 million grant from the Environmental Protection Agency, is collaborating with other environmental justice communities in the Midwest. Blacks in Green, selected by the U.S. Department of Energy in 2023, aims to develop a community geothermal heating and cooling district in Chicago’s West Woodlawn neighborhood. The key to success lies in utilizing the city's trademark alleys, overcoming challenges posed by tightly spaced lots. Geothermal energy, considered nearly inexhaustible, could provide a sustainable solution to heating and cooling, not only in Chicago but throughout the country. The project aligns with broader national initiatives, reflecting a growing commitment to environmentally friendly energy solutions. While challenges remain, including ownership and rate decisions, the hope is to explore equitable ownership models, ensuring community benefits throughout the process.
April 22, 2024
Climate Change
Climate Change
A lawsuit filed by a coalition of advocates and inmates against the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) over extreme temperatures in state prisons
April 22, 2024
Climate Change
Climate Change
President Joe Biden has announced the opening of applications for the American Climate Corps, aiming to enlist 20,000 individuals in its inaugural year.
April 19, 2024
Energy Justice
Energy Justice
Reuters reports that the U.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) will announce its plan on May 13 to expedite the development of long-distance transmission lines to accom
April 19, 2024
Environmental Justice
Environmental Justice
Over $300 million is being directed towards addressing the migrant crisis while longstanding issues of poverty in their communities have been overlooked for decades.
April 18, 2024
Climate Change
Climate Change
Newsweek reports that the National Weather Service (NWS) Climate Prediction Center forecasts a months-long drought in western Texas, exacerbating concerns about water scarcity.
April 18, 2024
Environmental Justice
Environmental Justice
The activism of Black-led environmental organizations, such as Outdoor Afro and Justice Outside, in combating environmental racism and advocating for marginalized communities
April 17, 2024
Environmental Justice
Environmental Justice
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has granted Houston an extension to utilize or reimburse $5.7 billion earmarked for Hurricane Harvey housing recovery
April 17, 2024
Climate Change
Climate Change
Efforts by the Texas Land Office and Houston City Council to locate 900 households owed relocation assistance due to the buyout of four low-income housing complexes following Hurr
April 17, 2024
Climate Change
Climate Change
A new study published in Nature revealing that climate change-induced extreme weather events could lead to a substantial reduction of approximately 19% in global income by 2050.
April 17, 2024
Environmental Justice
Environmental Justice
Daji Aswad reports on the launch of a pollution tracker by Lone Star Legal Aid, enabling Houston residents to report environmental issues directly.
April 16, 2024
Climate Change
Climate Change
FEMA's enforcement of the 50 percent rule, which mandates the rebuilding of flood-damaged homes above flood level, has sparked controversy in Lee County, Florida.
April 13, 2024
Energy Justice
Energy Justice
Yahoo Finance, delves into the natural gas surplus gripping the US, particularly in Texas.
April 12, 2024
Climate Change
Climate Change
As preparations for COP29 ramp up, the debate over the financial commitments of wealthy nations to support developing countries in decarbonization and disaster recovery intensifie
April 12, 2024
Environmental Justice
Environmental Justice
The United States Department of Justice issued an amicus brief supporting claims from a Wisconsin tribe that Enbridge's Line 5 pipeline is trespassing on tribal lands.