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His roof wasn’t suitable for solar panels. Here’s what he did instead

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Release Date: 02/14/2024

Many U.S. households spend more than 15% of their income on energy, research finds show art Many U.S. households spend more than 15% of their income on energy, research finds

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In some cases, people may forgo food or medicine to pay their energy bills.  Learn more at 

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Tips for hiking during wildfire season show art Tips for hiking during wildfire season

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Plan ahead, have a way to get emergency reports while hiking, and make sure to carry a GPS-enabled device that can call for help. Learn more at 

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Kids in Portland, Oregon, take a ‘bike bus’ to school show art Kids in Portland, Oregon, take a ‘bike bus’ to school

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They pedal with their parents in a parade of bikes.  Learn more at 

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Art project encourages Philly residents to take the bus to city parks show art Art project encourages Philly residents to take the bus to city parks

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A multimedia art project called ‘Routes to Roots’ aims to connect people to the outdoors without using a car. Learn more at 

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Climate change poses new problems for Massachusetts cranberry farmers show art Climate change poses new problems for Massachusetts cranberry farmers

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Warmer temperatures and more periods of drought are making it increasingly difficult to grow and harvest the iconic crop. Learn more at 

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Delicious ways to reduce food waste this Thanksgiving show art Delicious ways to reduce food waste this Thanksgiving

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You can put potato skins, turkey bones, and more to good use. Learn more at 

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Wildfires are forcing hikers off parts of the Pacific Crest Trail show art Wildfires are forcing hikers off parts of the Pacific Crest Trail

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During the 2024 wildfire season, over 600 miles of trail had to be closed. Learn more at 

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‘My life will never be the same.’ Widow speaks out about the dangers of extreme heat show art ‘My life will never be the same.’ Widow speaks out about the dangers of extreme heat

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Amy Dishion’s husband died while hiking in Arizona. Learn more at 

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Alberta's trout habitat shrinks as streams warm show art Alberta's trout habitat shrinks as streams warm

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Climate change is warming streams in the Canadian province’s mountains. Learn more at 

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Flooded streets plague Northeast Houston residents show art Flooded streets plague Northeast Houston residents

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The city’s 2,000-mile system of roadside drainage ditches often fails during storms. Learn more at 

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