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Solar Evangelists: Houses of Worship Could Help Fuel the Energy Transition

"Some faith-based nonprofits are helping congregations fund energy alternatives, an effort that complements a national Sun Day event this weekend to promote solar use."

Source: Inside Climate News, 09/17/2025

Wind And Solar Power Over One-Third Of Brazil’s Electricity For First Time

"Wind and solar power generated more than a third of Brazil’s electricity in August, the first month on record the two renewable sources have crossed that threshold, according to government data made public on Thursday and analyzed by energy think tank Ember."

Source: AP, 09/16/2025

"Riding the High From Data Centers, the Grid Cannot Kick Its Gas Habit"

"Big Tech’s AI frenzy is pressing up electricity demand around the country. The power grid is stuck in natural gas-fuelled inertia, slow to bring new clean energy projects online and leaving consumers on the hook."

Source: Inside Climate News, 09/15/2025

How Tribal Radio Stations Are Preparing For A Future Without The CPB

"In the most remote parts of Alaska, staying in touch can involve a bit more effort than sending a text. Cell service is spotty, highways are nonexistent, and the postal service remains a vital lifeline, delivering supplies and mail by plane. But for anyone who wants to broadcast a different kind of message — a reminder to pick up milk, for example, or birthday wishes — there’s always the Muktuk Telegram."

Source: Nieman Lab, 09/15/2025

"Can Bipartisan Support in Congress Save NOAA From White House Cuts?"

"Both House and Senate lawmakers have advanced bills rejecting the Trump administration’s proposal to eliminate climate research at the weather agency."

Source: Inside Climate News, 09/15/2025

"Under Trump, FDA Seeks To Abandon Expert Reviews of New Drugs"

"FDA leaders under President Donald Trump are moving to abandon a decades-old policy of asking outside experts to review drug applications, a move critics say would shield the agency’s decisions from public scrutiny."

Source: KFF Health News, 09/15/2025

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