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Hunt for the ‘blood diamond of batteries’ impedes green energy push

Hunt for the ‘blood diamond of batteries’ impedes green energy push

Dangerous mining conditions plague Congo, home to the world’s largest supply of cobalt, a key ingredient in electric cars. A leadership battle threatens reforms.
Are Canadian uranium workers still more likely to die from lung cancer?
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Are Canadian uranium workers still more likely to die from lung cancer?

A study by the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission is examining health data from 80,000 people who have worked in Canada’s uranium mines, mills and processing and fabrication facilities.
Biden's climate goals bank on reviving NYC public transit
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Biden's climate goals bank on reviving NYC public transit

To meet President Biden's climate goals, America's lowly public transit has to be better than ever. Can NYC lead the way by convincing commuters trains and buses are safe from COVID-19 and crime?

West Virginia remembers Upper Big Branch Mine disaster on 11th anniversary

West Virginia remembers Upper Big Branch Mine disaster on 11th anniversary

Monday marks 11 years since the Upper Big Branch coal mine disaster in Raleigh County, WV, where 29 miners were killed.
Unsheltered in place
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Unsheltered in place

Housing was already scarce and expensive. Then came the virus and the fires.
How California can recover from wildfires without leaving its most vulnerable behind
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How California can recover from wildfires without leaving its most vulnerable behind

A new study has found that California’s disaster response excludes at-risk communities.
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