Climate and Energy News Roundup: November 2023
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Recent research indicates that accelerated ice melt in west Antarctica is inevitable for the rest of the century.
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Exhibit at Waynesboro Public Library highlights how homelessness ‘could be any of us’
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“This is Home,” an interactive photo project exploring local housing insecurity issues, is currently on exhibit at Waynesboro Public Library.
Congress passes critical funding package including FDA, DOT, DVA for 2024
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One month ago, Congress averted a government shutdown by passing a stopgap funding bill to keep the government funded.
First farm animal welfare rules set for ‘organic’ labels; mostly applauded by animal groups
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture has released standards for animal products to use the “organic label,” a move applauded by animal groups.
Wayne Theatre to build music and technical resource center; requests $5M grant from state
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The Wayne Theatre envisions turning a downtown building in Waynesboro into a music center with learning labs, an outdoor stage and resources that focus on instrumental and technical training.
Virginia projects awarded nearly $2.25M for environmental justice in disadvantaged communities
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The EPA has awarded five projects in Virginia nearly $2.25 million to advance environmental justice as part of Investing in America.
Two Virginia localities receive HUD support for improvements to low-income properties
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Two Virginia localities have received financial support to renovate low-income households to be zero energy and resilient.
Staunton: DEI Commission reaching finish line to deliver final report to city council
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Staunton’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commission will share preliminary findings of their work at a public hearing on Oct. 25 at 6 p.m.
Bipartisan bill looks to learn more about VA benefits that may help prevent suicide
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Efforts are under way to pass legislation that would require the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to better track veterans who use its services and die by suicide.
‘Citizen input is essential’: Augusta County requests feedback on comprehensive plan
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The Comprehensive Plan is a proactive guide and vision for Augusta County’s future development and growth over the next 20 years.
