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Duke Energy on defense in appeals court challenge to North Carolina regulators slashing solar incentives
Lawyers for monopoly power company Duke Energy were on defense on February 7 in a hearing before the North Carolina Court of Appeals over state regulators’ decision last year, at the utility’s behest...
As farm income returns to normal levels, gaps continue to grow
While farm income is expected to return to normal levels in 2024, the gap between the largest, most successful farmers and their poorer neighbors continues to grow. Increasing farm subsidies, as some...
Increasing crop reference prices would hurt young farmers
Increasing price guarantees for major crops, as some farm groups and legislators are proposing, would make it harder for young farmers – those aged 35 or younger – to compete against larger, legacy...
How to buy a mattress without toxic chemicals
How hard can it be to buy a mattress? The answer: There’s more to consider with this big ticket consumer item than you might suspect – including your health.
A mattress is a purchase you may make o...
EPA reveals more evidence of widespread ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water
On February 1, the Environmental Protection Agency posted data confirming 70 million people have drinking water that has tested positive for the toxic “forever chemicals” known as PFAS. That number is...
Protein predicament: Health concerns about protein bars
Protein bars might not immediately come to mind when you think of unhealthy foods, but some aren’t as beneficial as they seem. Many bars sold today contain large amounts of ultra-processed ingredients...
EWG redefines mattress safety standards, launches EWG VERIFIED®: Mattresses with Naturepedic
The Environmental Working Group is reshaping the landscape of mattress manufacturing by introducing a collection of 26 mattresses and one changing table pad that meet stringent criteria for health...
Replacement flame retardant chemicals linked to preterm birth, new study finds
A new study finds a link between premature birth and exposure to organophosphate ester flame retardants, or OPEs, used in furniture and foam for mattresses and more. The study also found the risk of...
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Duke Energy on defense in appeals court challenge to North Carolina regulators slashing solar incentives
Lawyers for monopoly power company Duke Energy were on defense on February 7 in a hearing before the North Carolina Court of Appeals over state regulators’ decision last year, at the utility’s behest...
EWG redefines mattress safety standards, launches EWG VERIFIED®: Mattresses with Naturepedic
The Environmental Working Group is reshaping the landscape of mattress manufacturing by introducing a collection of 26 mattresses and one changing table pad that meet stringent criteria for health...
EPA reveals more evidence of widespread ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water
On February 1, the Environmental Protection Agency posted data confirming 70 million people have drinking water that has tested positive for the toxic “forever chemicals” known as PFAS. That number is...
Chemical industry throws temper tantrum over ‘polluter pays’ tax to cover cleanup of its toxic sites
Chemical industry lobbyists spent more than $131 million between 2022 and 2023 urging Congress to back its interests, including opposition to a newly reinstated and fair tax forcing companies to pay...
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As farm income returns to normal levels, gaps continue to grow
While farm income is expected to return to normal levels in 2024, the gap between the largest, most successful farmers and their poorer neighbors continues to grow. Increasing farm subsidies, as some...
Increasing crop reference prices would hurt young farmers
Increasing price guarantees for major crops, as some farm groups and legislators are proposing, would make it harder for young farmers – those aged 35 or younger – to compete against larger, legacy...
Protein predicament: Health concerns about protein bars
Protein bars might not immediately come to mind when you think of unhealthy foods, but some aren’t as beneficial as they seem. Many bars sold today contain large amounts of ultra-processed ingredients...
How to buy a mattress without toxic chemicals
How hard can it be to buy a mattress? The answer: There’s more to consider with this big ticket consumer item than you might suspect – including your health.
A mattress is a purchase you may make o...
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Heartbreaking: Harmful food dyes in Valentine’s Day candy
Heart-shaped candies, the ubiquitous Valentine’s Day sweet treats, may contain potentially problematic food dyes – likely at levels that are harmful to health.
Replacement flame retardant chemicals linked to preterm birth, new study finds
A new study finds a link between premature birth and exposure to organophosphate ester flame retardants, or OPEs, used in furniture and foam for mattresses and more. The study also found the risk of...
Battle in California court shows urgent need to expand, not limit, solar in the state
A legal fight in California could determine whether the state will meet its clean energy and climate goals – or whether power companies’ greed could prevent millions of hardworking residents from...
Pucker up for less: Lipsticks that won’t break the bank this Valentine’s Day
The right lipstick could be the cherry on top of your Valentine’s Day celebration. Whether you’re getting ready for a dinner date or looking for the perfect gift for your partner, lipstick may be the...
7 reasons to add more plants to your diet
You probably know plant-based and plant-forward diets have considerable benefits. But you might not know the exact benefits.. Do they help your health? The environment?
Hundreds of chemicals in everyday consumer products may increase breast cancer risk
More than 900 chemicals found in cosmetics, drinking water, food and cleaning supplies used by millions of Americans every day may cause biological changes linked to risk of developing breast cancer...
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