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Pittsburgh researchers investigate some of climate change’s most critical questions

by PublicSource

Pittsburgh climate researchers ask: Can clouds slow down climate change? Will the city be able to cope with the rain? Can we use carbon capture to suck up greenhouse gases?

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Single-use plastic and air pollution: Two leading experts share their knowledge about climate change

by PublicSource

PublicSource spoke to two Pennsylvania-based experts, air quality researcher Albert Presto and environmental advocate Larry Schweiger about climate change.

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Climate migration: Could Pittsburgh be a haven for residents leaving other regions?

by PublicSource

Some Great Lakes cities are specifically marketing themselves as a destination for those fleeing climate change. Pittsburgh has been more measured.

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West Michigan residents fear coal ash contaminating drinking water wells

by Energy News Network

State environmental officials are reviewing claims by multiple West Michigan residents that a coal ash storage site near Lake Michigan is contaminating drinking water wells.

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Great Lakes freighters may have to treat ballast water

by The Associated Press

Environmentalists and researchers are claiming Great Lakes-exclusive freighters are helping spread invasive species around the lakes, and new ballast water regulations are being determined, while industry groups argue that the research needs more work.

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Climate change brings urgency to debate over Detroit’s grid resilience

by Energy News Network

A look at Detroit’s recent blackouts and possible stakeholder solutions for grid resilience brings forward ideas that can be applied to power grids across the Great Lakes region as water levels and wild weather continue to impact energy needs.

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