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Green Fuel and Biden’s Climate Law: A Poison to the South

TL/DR - The article discusses how the production of wood pellets, a type of green fuel, has resulted in health and environmental issues in the American South. This is largely due to the clearing of large sections of forests, which are then turned into pellets and burned for energy, releasing harmful pollutants into the atmosphere. The situation…

IRS Uses Inflation Act to Improve Services, Taxpayer Experience

TL/DR - The US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is using provisions in the Inflation Reduction Act to improve its services and the overall experience for taxpayers. The Act allows federal agencies to use innovation labs to leverage existing resources, increase efficiency, and improve operations. The IRS is collaborating with industry experts to…

EPA grants $4.3B for climate projects in 30 states

TL/DR - The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded $4.3 billion to fund climate projects in 30 states. The funds are intended to help improve water infrastructure and create jobs, while also addressing climate change issues. The projects will also focus on protecting public health and the environment, with an emphasis on…

Oregon Receives $200M for Climate Change Battle

TL/DR - The state of Oregon has been granted $200 million to combat climate change. The funds will be directed towards initiatives aimed at reducing carbon emissions, particularly in the transportation sector. The specific projects that will be funded have not yet been enumerated. Oregon Secures $200M Funding to Combat Climate Change Oregon's…