Inflation Reduction Act Boosts Delaware Coastal Research Funds

TL/DR - Delaware is set to receive a part of the $16.7 million marine technology innovation funding awarded by the Biden-Harris Administration. The funding will be divided across 12 awards to support the development of new technologies and initiatives focused on sustainability, equity, biodiversity, and climate adaptation. Two of the awards will…

Train Derailment in Matteson Triggers Evacuations – NBC Chicago

TL/DR - A freight train derailed in Matteson, leading to the brief evacuation of residents and businesses due to a suspected leak. The Canadian National updated that a car containing liquified gas did leak a limited amount of product, but it was quickly contained and there is no ongoing danger to the public. An estimated 25 cars left the tracks…

Grand Rapids Implements Smart Cameras for Recycling Bin Scans

TL/DR - The city of Grand Rapids is implementing new camera technology on its recycling trucks to help educate its residents about improper recycling habits. The new system is a collaboration between the city, The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE), The Recycling Partnership, and Prairie Robotics. The initiative…

Biden Admin’s Inflation Reduction Act Impacts Environmental Programs

TL/DR - The Biden Administration is attempting to cement key provisions of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), a legislation focusing on clean energy, climate, and domestic manufacturing before the November elections. Problems in implementing several IRA provisions have been criticized by industry, independent groups, and Republicans, including…