Hydrogen has been seen as the clean fuel of the future for decades. Now, a new effort is pushing for southwestern Pennsylvania to become a “hydrogen hub.” A new kind of pipeline would be needed to transport CO2 for storage underground. But a report warns of the dangers of these pipelines and a lack of federal oversight. Plus, the ivory-billed woodpecker has been rediscovered.
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The race is on (again) to build out a low-carbon hydrogen economy - Companies in Appalachia are hoping federal funds will help develop 'blue' hydrogen power made from natural gas. But will it reduce carbon emissions enough?
How backyard chicken owners are protecting their flocks from the deadly avian flu outbreak - Owners need to keep their chickens away from wild birds and watch for signs of illness. An extra pair of boots is a good idea too.
Safety advocate warns of a lack of oversight for new CO2 pipelines needed for carbon capture - A new report by Pipeline Safety Trust outlines the dangers of CO2 pipelines and calls for new regulations.
Pittsburgh researcher part of a team documenting the elusive ivory-billed woodpecker - The last accepted documentation of the bird was in 1944. A researcher from the National Aviary and his team have new data from a Louisiana swamp.
New study takes close look at where to protect at-risk species - It found the ranges of most threatened species across the country are not in protected areas. The authors hope the work can help focus conservation efforts in Pa.
