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Getting to Green: Minnesota’s energy future

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Tesla begins taking orders for its solar energy roof tile systems

Tesla begins taking orders for its solar energy roof tile systems

The company offers an "infinity" warranty on its tiles that integrate solar power into roof coverings. Tesla has published a web tool that can estimate costs and savings.

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What cities are doing to prepare for climate change

Regardless of what happens on a national scale for climate change, cities are starting to deal with the practical effects of extreme weather, heat, and floods.
by Paul Huttner and Elizabeth Shockman

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Climate Cast: Grass isn't always 'greener'

Climate Cast: Grass isn't always 'greener'

Grass is the most widely grown crop in the US, and it's responsible for using an incredible amount of resources including water, pesticides and herbicides.
by Paul Huttner and Marcheta Fornoff

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Dakota Access pipeline leaked 84 gallons of oil in April

Dakota Access pipeline leaked 84 gallons of oil in April

The Standing Rock Sioux tribe says the leak proves the pipeline jeopardizes its water supply and deserves further environmental review. A state official said spill was relatively small and didn't threaten any waterways.
by The Associated Press

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As the seed treatment market grows, so do pesticide concerns

As the seed treatment market grows, so do pesticide concerns

The use of insecticides on seeds has sparked controversy after studies have shown the chemicals can be harmful to bees. One of the largest pesticide companies in the world has a research facility here in Minnesota, developing and testing these seed coatings.
by Dan Gunderson

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Birch bandit: Iron Range man charged with illegally cutting birch trees

Birch bandit: Iron Range man charged with illegally cutting birch trees

An Aurora man has been charged with illegally chopping down 1,200 birch trees on state forest land valued at more than $3,400, part of a growing problem of birch trees being illegally felled to feed a burgeoning home decor market.
by Dan Kraker

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Nine EPA science advisers cut loose

Nine EPA science advisers cut loose

Another four advisers are stepping down from the Board of Scientific Counselors and their replacements have not been announced.
by Cathy Wurzer

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