Want to Help The Victims Of Hurricane Ian? Start Here
Yes, climate change. But, also: help!
disaster relief
“Daunting & Complex” System A Barrier To Disaster Relief For Low-Income Communities
The system through which localities must apply for relief funding after a disaster like a hurricane or flooding often stands in the way of low-income communities and communities of color from receiving the aid they deserve and need, E&E reports. “It’s a really daunting and complex program,” Amelia Muccio, director … [continued]
Nissan Rolls Out Electric Emergency Response LEAF — RE-LEAF
Nissan has rolled out a concept electric vehicle that I have to admit to liking much more than my brain says I should.
An Interview With Progressive Candidate Lindsey Boylan About Climate Policy & Taking On Jerry Nadler
Lindsey Boylan is taking on representative Jerry Nadler’s NY-10 seat in the upcoming 2020 House election. Running on a platform of climate change legislation, curbing systemic inequality, and expanding economic rights, Boylan is pitching herself as someone who will actively fight for a progressive future.
EPA Report Urges Communities To Prepare For Debris Removal After Natural Disasters
The EPA has published a report designed to help communities prepare to clean up the debris that will result from stronger and more frequent storms. Shhh, don’t tell Andrew Wheeler!
A Call For Help For Puerto Rico
I was delighted to discover, shortly after Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico on September 20, that Donald Trump understood that the island commonwealth is part of the United States. Perhaps he knew that all along, or perhaps someone told him. Either way, the island is entirely without grid power and has the prospect of remaining without grid power for months. It is appalling that citizens of the United States are so exposed to hardship.
Future-Proofing Coastal Cities Like Houston
Houston was devastated by Hurricane Harvey. Now the question is whether it should be rebuilt with federal funds just as it was before or restructured so it is better able to meet the challenges of climate change in the future.
Google Engages Facebook With Nonstop Solar Drones
Originally published on Planetsave. Drones are no longer known as mere weapons of war. At least, that’s how Google, Facebook, and other online giants like Amazon appear to be thinking. Google has just acquired Titan Aerospace, a promising solar-powered drone maker, as part of its plans to globalize wireless internet. … [continued]
Go-Anywhere Solar Power Fits in Standard Shipping Containers
The same concentrating solar power systems used for massive utility-scale solar arrays can now be installed practically anywhere – or at least, anywhere that it’s possible to ship a standard steel container. A company called NANOGEN has developed the concentrating technology into modular components, which the company claims can be … [continued]
