Impactswww.flickr.com After 60 years, 'Silent Spring' is still changing the world A scientist, farmer, journalist, biologist, and community organizer reflect on the power and ongoing impact of Rachel Carson’s groundbreaking book, and the work that remains to be done.
Politics Senior Justice Dept. official stalled probe against former Interior secretary Ryan Zinke, sources say Deputy Attorney General Jeffrey A. Rosen told prosecutors they needed more evidence to charge Zinke with lying to federal prosecutors.
Solutions www.fairwarning.org A major player in solar energy leaves some customers seething Vivint Solar, one of the largest residential solar panel companies in the U.S., has attracted hundreds of consumer complaints.
Solutions www.fairwarning.org Curbside quandary: Who will fix America's ailing recycling programs? A new study finds that 54 communities have ditched their curbside recycling, but solutions may lie with government, industry and consumers.
Causes www.fairwarning.org Fields of waste: Artificial turf, touted as recycling fix for millions of scrap tires, becomes mounting disposal mess With hundreds of fields reaching end of life each year, the artificial turf industry is under pressure to find a sustainable solution.
Causes www.fairwarning.org Most states legalizing pot growing have yet to grapple with power demand Growing cannabis indoors requires a huge amount of energy, but states are doing little to limit or monitor usage.
Impactsc1.staticflickr.com A slow burn over burn pits Momentum grows for action on veterans' claims of serious illnesses from exposure to smoke from burn pits in Iraq and Afghanistan.
