Dirt pollution issues with the Rivian electric vehicle plant site violated environmental regulations, according to the state, and have triggered a resident lawsuit seeking to halt the project.
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Dirt pollution complaints at controversial Rivian site underline critics’ environmental concerns
The state is investigating reports of dirt blowing and flowing off the site of the Rivian electric vehicle plant in Morgan and Walton counties.
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Million Air Challenge encourages folks to hop on bike, train instead of driver’s seat
Atlanta and the metro area are notorious for traffic jams and excessively long commutes.
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Atlanta seeking to curb use of gas-powered leaf blowers
Leaf blowers as both a polluter and an irritant of urban life are coming under scrutiny in Atlanta and possibly, at Atlanta’s behest, by state environmental officials. Recommendations to manage their use are due in Atlanta by May 31.
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A climate solution that cuts carbon and gives money to people
By Guest Columnist STEVE VALK, an Atlanta resident who serves as communications coordinator for Citizens’ Climate Lobby
At long last, it appears the climate crisis will finally be addressed with the urgency it demands. In his inaugural address, President Joe Biden said, “A cry for survival comes from the planet itself, a cry that can’t be any more desperate or any more clear now.”
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Storm brewing over Atlanta’s draft flood-control rules
New draft rules set off enviros, developers.
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Plastic-Free July Challenge can begin with reusable dishes, etc. at July 4th parties
As Plastic-Free July Challenge 2020 begins for many with a July 4th party amid concerns about the spread of COVID-19, advocates have a simple suggestion – eat, drink and be merry, and be sure to use something other than single-use plastic plates, glasses and flatware.
