Designing Climate Resilient Housing
With the frequency & intensity of floods, wildfires & heat waves increasing due to climate change, housing prices have become more volatile.
Tim Weighart
Posts by Tim Weighart:
Hidden Harm: Hazardous Chemicals Lurk In Our Food Packaging
Lots of food packaging contains toxic chemicals that come into contact with foods during manufacturing, packaging or transportation.
Where Does Kamala Harris Stand On Climate & Environment?
While Kamala Harris has always voted green and backed environmental initiatives, her focus within the movement is on environmental justice.
How To Remove Pesticide Residue From Fruits & Vegetables
A recent report found that 20% of 59 different produce categories posed significant health risks to consumers despite current pesticide limits.
Why Are Greens So Scared Of Trump V2?
The fear is that a second Trump presidency would reverse the progress made by Biden & demolish chances of reversing the worst effects of climate change.
Can We Phase Out Expanded Polystyrene?
Despite being made from carcinogens, expanded polystyrene is still prevalent today across the U.S. and around the world despite the risks.
An Uphill Battle Against Wildlife Trafficking Continues
Despite the harm it has caused, wildlife trafficking has continued to expand over the last century & now has an annual value of ~$23 billion.
The Internet of Animals: Global Wildlife Tracking Now A Reality
The ICARUS project — AKA the Internet of Animals — uses GPS tracking chips & satellites to track wildlife numbers & movements globally.
Inflation Reduction Act: A Green New Deal In Sheep’s Clothing?
Homeowners can reap increasing tax benefits for installing solar panels thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act. Credit: Pexels.com.
Sage Grouse: Icon of the American West’s Conservation Debate
The effects of climate change & habitat destruction have caused greater sage grouse populations to decline by 80 percent since 1965…