Virginia Tech researchers use new technology to simplify desalination processes
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One of the biggest global challenges facing future generations will be providing access to clean water for daily use.
Search Results for climate
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David Swanson: Unsolicited advice on terrorism to UVA Basketball player Austin Katstra
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The “intelligence community” is neither. Community, like intelligence, is to be found completely elsewhere.
McEachin: HHS needs to address racial disparities in COVID-19
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Virginia Congressman Donald McEachin is urging HHS to address racial health disparities in COVID-19 outcomes, and to collect comprehensive demographic data on the race and ethnicity of individuals tested and treated for the coronavirus.
50 years of Earth Day: Will we have 100?
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Today is the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. Started in 1970 in the wake of a number of environmental disasters, particularly the Santa Barbara, CA oil spill and burning of the Cuyahoga River in Ohio, both in 1969, it has grown into a worldwide movement.
COVID-19 lockdown cutting CO2 emissions: With a caveat
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One bit of good news from the economic collapse that has come with the COVID-19 public health response: CO2 emissions are falling dramatically.
Ladakh travel guide
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Ladakh is situated in the laps of the Himalayas and the Karakoram mountain ranges. Known as a former Buddhist kingdom, Ladakh is famous for its monasteries, majestic mountains and turquoise blue lakes.
Earth Day Staunton goes digital for 2020
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To count down to the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, Earth Day Staunton is launching seven days of digital activities that individuals and families can complete at home and share via social media.
Northam signs, amends clean energy legislation
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Gov. Ralph Northam signed the Virginia Clean Economy Act and amended the Clean Energy and Community Flood Preparedness Act that requires Virginia to join the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative.
Can our dogs, cats, other pets, get COVID-19?
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Given that Covid-19 probably originated in bats means that it’s no surprise that the dreaded virus can pass between animals and humans.
Seven benefits of studying online
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Learning a new skill is easier than ever before – and this is all thanks to the wonderfully diverse and accessible world of online learning.
