First of its Kind in America: Plant Will Turn Trash Into Fuel in West Virginia
This plant will turn trash into coal replacement, reducing West Virginia CO2 emissions by 28,000 tons every year.
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Sunflowers Planted in Japan to Absorb Radiation and Lift Hopes
To combat excessive radiation levels in the agricultural regions surrounding the Fukashima nuclear plant, monks at a Japanese Buddhist temple began growing and distributing sunflowers, which are known to absorb radiation. Hundreds of thousands of flowers are now in bloom, spurring deeper connections between people in Fukushima and the rest of the country.
Humpback Whale Rescued off Rhode Island
Officials from Rhode Island's Mystic Aquarium freed a 30-foot juvenile humpback whale from entanglement in a fishing net Monday.
Congressman Touts Rhode Island's Switch to Hybrid Buses, Trollies
U.S. Rep. Jim Langevin is encouraging other agencies to follow the lead of the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority that recently bought 53 hybrid buses and upgraded 10 trolleys to run on a hybrid system.
Dubai Metro Stations Will Double as Art Museums
The Dubai Metro stations are being turned into art museums to display artworks and creations from different themes and cultures, by order of the city's royal sheikh. The trains will also be decorated inside and out to reflect the project.
Duchess Kate Calls For Mental Health Support in Schools w/ Heartfelt Video
The stigma against mental illness and silence surrounding it is harmful to those of all ages, but thankfully, kids have a Royal on their side.
40% Less Mercury in Fish Shows Success of US Coal Industry Caps
A new study shows mercury levels in bluefish off the U.S. Atlantic coast have dropped 43% since 1972, after coal-fired plants cut emissions in half.
Genetically Pure Bison Found In Utah Gives Hope for Restoration of Iconic Species
Scientists have found a rare herd of American bison that have never interbred with cattle, offering hope of restoring the species.
The Animal Welfare Movement Saw Major Victories in 2015 in the U.S.
Humane laws passed in 2015 are now protecting animals ranging from your dog and cat to some of the biggest and most endangered creatures in the world.
Japan's Abandoned Golf Greens Find New Life As Solar Power Farms
Japan's abandoned and bankrupt golf courses are getting a second life as solar power stations.
Berlin Turns Former Secret Police HQ into Home for 500 refugees
The former headquarters of East Germany's feared Stasi secret police has become a sanctuary for hundreds of refugees pouring into the country.
Giant Chestnut Tree Found in Maine Could Help Save a Near-Extinct Species
Discovery of this record-breaking tree could help breed disease-resistant American Chestnuts to restore the nearly extinct species.
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