With more 3D printers in homes and schools, potential health risks examined
3D printers, once a novelty, are becoming more common in schools and homes, and that is concerning for some pollution researchers.
Environment
Air quality, climate change and kids
Removal of capsized Golden Ray ship delayed again
The Golden Ray capsized just over a year ago, raising concerns about environmental impacts.
Step by step, metro Atlanta’s paths are linking to create a network
Zoom out on a map of the orphaned paths to see the promise of a useful network, if only they could be connected.
Crop losses, forest fires feared as drought spreads in Georgia
The southern United States is gripped in a “flash drought” brought on by record-setting heat that has dried the air and soil. There were heat waves across the planet, “and we know what’s causing that warming: It’s greenhouse gases,” said one climate scientist. The poles of the planet are warming, and this is flattening the temperature gradient between them and the equatorial region, which could be changing airflow patterns in the atmosphere. Besides the heat wave last month, Georgia saw record highs in May. In Denver, the mercury plummeted from 83 degrees on Wednesday afternoon.
Savannah high school students help prepare city for a changing climate
Students are building a system to help their community cope with flood patterns that have changed with the rise in global temperatures.
A Georgia State University study says diesel school bus fumes drive down test scores
New research is drawing a direct line between diesel fumes and poorer classroom performance.
New stretch of PATH400 to open soon, linking north and south segments
The mile-long ribbon of concrete alongside Ga. 400 will open a car-free route between Lindbergh and Buckhead.
Interest in ‘green’ careers rises among the young; so does the pay
Teacher sees a new generation of teenagers focused on careers that would bend society into a more environmentally conservative future.
Georgia opens first new state park in 18 years despite tight budget
It might not have opened except for lucky timing, strong local support and the enthusiasm of people such as Archie Davis.
'Green' building awards in Atlanta
Schools and communities win environmental design awards.
DeKalb explores tapping sewage for reuse at faucet
As the record drought continues, officials across metro Atlanta are looking for more water sources. One possibility in DeKalb is a sewage re-use plant on the South River.
Landfill a 'green' electricity machine: DeKalb dump turns trash gas to cleaner, yet pricier,
DeKalb County is the first government in Georgia to harness the power of landfill gas.
Sewer fix at crucial step
Sally Bethea wants more limits on the chlorine and other pollutants that would be flushed from the rebuilt system.
Sewer tunnel crack bodes ill for trees
The stream that had gurgled since he was a boy had suddenly gone dry. He worried his trees would die.
Mayor: Sewer fix not enough
Negative impact on growth feared
Pollution of rivers must end: judge warns city faces fines, receivership if orders aren't met
Atlanta's plumbing mess could prevent new water and sewer hookups, thereby stifling development, if the city fails to comply.
