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Nebraska Arboretum Gets $10M Boost for Urban Trees
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The Nebraska Statewide Arboretum has been granted a substantial $10 million from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Forest Service. This funding is designated for the enhancement of Nebraska's urban forest infrastructure, particularly in disadvantaged areas. This grant is part of a larger pool of 385 awards nationwide, amounting…
Key Insights from Black Leaders’ Workforce Roundtable Discussion
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The White House recently held a roundtable discussion with Black mayors, county officials, philanthropy,…
2023 National Hunting & Fishing Day Proclamation Unveiled
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The President of the United States highlighted the importance of hunting and fishing to the country's…
Boost Tax Savings & Cut Pollution with PA’s EVs: Research Reveals
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Pennsylvania governments could save over $360 million and reduce pollution by switching their fleets to electric vehicles, according to a recent report. The switch would reduce global warming pollution in the state by over 800,000 tons, decrease carbon monoxide emissions by 94%, volatile organic compound emissions by 92%, and nitrogen oxide…
Federal Funding Fuels Colorado River Conservation Efforts
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Despite a megadrought, Western states have avoided drastic cuts to their allocations of Colorado River…
Boosting U.S. Renewables: Impact of Inflation Reduction Act
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), a driving force behind clean energy equipment manufacturing and major land…
France Targets Oil Profits: Possible Regulations Ahead
In a move towards controlling escalating profits in the refining sector, French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire indicated potential policy adjustments during a press conference last Thursday. Le Maire highlighted France's commitment to addressing inflation concerns that have been impacting Europe, and shared the country's efforts to reduce the…
Deputy Secretary Adeyemo Leads NY Roundtable on Community Finance
NEW YORK - Deputy Secretary of the Treasury Wally Adeyemo spearheaded a high-profile roundtable discussion at the…
Schumer, Gillibrand, Tonko Secure Massive Funding Boost
Albany, Glens Falls, and Capital Region to Benefit from Federal Funding for Urban Forest Program
In a bid to…
Welch Slams Big Pharma for Spreading Fear
BURLINGTON, Vt. - Vermont's junior senator, Peter Welch, criticizes big pharma following the White House's announcement of drug price negotiations, stating that pharmaceutical companies are resorting to fear mongering tactics. This news comes as part of the ongoing discussions about the Inflation Reduction Act.
These negotiations are part of the…