John Green announces $1M annual donation to fight his (least) favorite disease
YouTuber and author John Green has just announced a major investment in the fight to end tuberculosis in the Philippines.
Read MoreA rebooted community solar program provides support for for lower-income Minnesotans
A new state law is ushering in several changes to the state’s community solar program, with developers seeing new rules and requirements, as well as new opportunities.
Read MoreA new Michigan law will automatically register people to vote when leaving prison
The law is the first in the nation and expands the Department of Corrections’ current effort to restore voting rights to returning citizens.
Read MoreNebraska invests $20 million in Malcolm X museum, honoring Black history icon
Legendary Civil Rights leader Malcolm X will be honored at the site of his birth and in the Nebraska Hall of Fame.
Read MoreDiscover the important history behind the country's newest national park
The Amache National Historic Site is the newest designated site of the National Parks Service, honoring a painful chapter of American history.
Read MoreDenver will now pay residents who commute on bikes to meet city's climate goals
Participants can receive mile reimbursement and training and coaching stipends, aiming to encourage biking over driving and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Read MoreMayor of Boston commutes with residents to learn how to improve public transit
Michelle Wu, the first woman and person of color Mayor in Boston, has a history of advocating for transportation improvements. Her new TikTok series does just that.
Read MoreNew report: Plastic bag bans have already prevented billions of bags from being used
“The bottom line is that plastic bag bans work. People realize quickly it’s easy to live without plastic bags and get used to bringing a bag from home or skipping a bag when they can.”
Read MoreFEMA says it will overhaul its disaster aid system — after decades of criticism
The agency will offer upfront cash payments to disaster survivors and slash some of its infamous red tape.
Read MoreThe 3 Best African Climate Good News Stories from 2023
The developments highlight the growing commitment to climate action in Africa and the continent's potential to play a leading role in the global transition to a low-carbon economy.
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