Native American Leaders Turn to Solar to Power Their Communities
Indigenous communities are using the power of the sun to transition away from fossil fuels and fight pipeline construction.
Culture
Meet the TV weathercasters who are shifting public opinion on the climate crisis
Meteorologists’ reports help viewers understand what is happening and why it’s important – and they’re having an impact.
Inspiring Conservation in Unconventional Ways
A local nonprofit has figured out that getting kids excited about river conservation can be as easy as giving them a paddle and a board.
Bringing Together Monet, Pissaro and Air Pollution
The Carnegie Museum of Art's exhibit, "Monet and the Modern City," connects the industrial landscape of the 19th century with today's air pollution.
There’s This Really Good Hot Dog Stand. In the Middle of a River.
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The Famous River Hot Dog Man has been serving tubers coming down the Delaware River for more than 30 years.
Environmental, Indigenous, and Religious leaders Gather for World Peace and Prayer Day
They gathered along the Allegheny river with a Seneca water ceremony and a call to protect western Pennsylvania's water.
Art That Grows Awareness and Appreciation for Trees
A Pittsburgh artist hopes to reconnect people to trees through Tree Pittsburgh's new exhibit FRUITFUL.
Indigo Banners Bring Attention to Toxic Dyes in Our Blue Jeans
The group is growing 9,000 plants to make natural dyes for fabric that is grown, woven and dyed in Cleveland. Their project marks the 50th anniversary of the Cuyahoga River Fire.
Poet and Journalist Chronicles Human Cost of Fracking
Eliza Griswold's book chronicles the story of the Haneys as they try to get the drilling company to take responsibility for pollution near her home.
Amid Global Push to Reduce Carbon Emissions, Japan Envisions a ‘Hydrogen Society’
Japan is looking beyond battery-powered electric cars. Hydrogen fuel buses are on tap for 2020 Olympics, and more fuel stations are planned
