Environment

At the Heartland Biogas Project, millions of tons of food waste are collected and converted into usable methane gas.

How Colorado Is Turning Food Waste Into Electricity

1:28pm April 05, 2016

by Luke Runyon

At the Heartland Biogas Project, spoiled milk, old pet food and vats of grease combine with helpful bacteria in massive tanks to generate gas. It's all thanks to anaerobic digestion.

Food fraud is a common issue all over the world. Inspectors of veterinary services and fraud inspect seafood products at the Rungis international market, located near Paris.

Is There Wood Pulp In That Parmesan? How Scientists Sniff Out Food Fraud

11:08am April 03, 2016

by NPR Staff

Whether it's olive oil that's not so extra-virgin or burgers with a hint of horse meat — Chris Elliott, founder of the Institute for Global Food Security, explains how his laboratory uncovers fraud.

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Flint Can Learn From Lansing's Lead Line Trial And Error

7:58am April 03, 2016

by Sarah Hulett

Lansing, Mich., has been ripping out its lead water pipes for more than a decade and is now and has learned a few things. It's now sharing those tips with Flint.

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As Oceans Rise, Arctic Circle Town Offers Front-Row Seat To Climate Change

5:15pm April 02, 2016

Mayor Richard Beneville talks about how Nome, Alaska, is dealing with global warming, which has brought about an increase in tourism. An ocean liner will be stopping in his town.

'Earthquake Lady' Says We Need Better Buildings

8:15am April 02, 2016

Lucy Jones is ending her career as noted seismologist, but says her retirement won't be dormant. NPR's Scott Simon asks Jones about her career and what she plans to do next.

Inaccurate Municipal Records Hinder Mapping Of Lead Water Pipes

1:48pm April 01, 2016

by Lindsey Smith

The crisis in Flint, Mich., reveals that the city has no clue where its lead service lines are. A service line is the pipe that gets water from the main line into a home. Flint is not alone.

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"You really never know how you're going to respond to a crisis until that time happens." — Ken Kamler

When Crisis Strikes On Everest — How Do You Respond?

8:55am April 01, 2016

by NPR/TED Staff

Physician Ken Kamler describes his experience as a doctor on Mount Everest during one of its deadliest days in its history.

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A Madison Water Utility Crew works to dig up and replace a broken water shutoff box in preparation for a larger pipe-lining project. Madison started using copper instead of lead pipes in the late 1920s.

Avoiding A Future Crisis, Madison Removed Lead Water Pipes 15 Years Ago

5:40am April 01, 2016

by Cheryl Corley

The water crisis in Flint, Mich., raised an alarm about the dangers of lead in our water supply, but it is not new knowledge. Madison, Wis., knew about it and removed all its lead pipes 15 years ago.

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The village of Hoosick Falls, N.Y., sits along the Hoosick River in eastern New York. Elevated levels of a suspected carcinogen known as PFOA were found in the village's well water, which is now filtered.

Elevated Levels Of Suspected Carcinogen Found In States' Drinking Water

4:57pm March 31, 2016

by Hansi Lo Wang

A chemical widely used to make many water-resistant and nonstick items can be found in many community water supplies. But elevated levels of PFOA are turning up in three Northeastern states.

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Environment

When Hawks Attack! Area Birds Ready To Defend Their Nests

3:27pm March 31, 2016

by David Ford

In the spring, North Carolina's many hiking trails provide the perfect urban escape for hikers and bikers. But for one Triad area cyclist, his carefree ride through the woods turned into a nightmare.

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