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What is Nuclear Testing?
A resumption would increase the risk of nuclear war.
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The Food and Farm Bill
The massive piece of legislation commonly referred to as the “farm bill” should really be called the “food and farm bill” because of its key role in how we eat.
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Environmental Impacts of Natural Gas
This comprehensive overview details the potential environmental impacts of natural gas use and extraction, including its effects on water supplies, global warming emissions, air pollution, and wildlife.
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The Future of Natural Gas
Natural gas is not an effective long-term climate strategy.
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How Natural Gas Is Formed
This comprehensive overview explains the basics of how natural gas is formed and where it can be found in the United States and around the world.
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How Natural Gas Works
This comprehensive overview details how natural gas is formed, extracted, processed, transported, and used, and its associated benefits and environmental impacts.
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Do Electric Vehicles Work in Cold Temperatures?
In short, yes.
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EV Emissions Tool FAQ
How does the tool work and what assumptions are made?
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Climate Change and Population
Population control is not a solution to climate change.
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Water, Wildfire, and Climate Change
Fires across the West, and particularly in California, are threatening the availability and quality of water for millions of people.
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What is Climate Resilience?
Solving the climate crisis isn’t just about cutting carbon emissions. It’s about protecting people from harm.
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Tactical Nuclear Weapons
Also called nonstrategic nuclear weapons, they're designed for battlefield use and have a shorter range than other nuclear weapons.