Environment - Latino News Network

In Laredo, families grapple with air pollution as efforts to reduce toxic emissions stall

Activists and residents organize as they fear their city might be a hotspot of exposure to a dangerous chemical.

How California’s Clean Energy Shift Is Reshaping Latino Communities

California has stopped buying coal power, marking a major clean-energy milestone. Advocates say the next step is making sure Latino communities share in the benefits.

Environment

Energy Instability in Rural Puerto Rico: Building Power Structures From the Ground Up

Faced with limited government support,, local activists are providing for sick and elderly residents in Puerto Rico’s Cordillera Central.

Environment, Health

As Puerto Rico’s Power Grid Crumbles, Rural Medical Patients Are Turning to Rooftop Solar

Special report outlines the lasting impacts of Hurricane Maria and how mismanagement of Puerto Rico’s electric grid in the years since has led to ongoing instability.

Environment

Environmental justice activism finds energy in MN’s Latino communities

Researchers said the harmful impact of climate change is one of the drivers behind Latino populations migrating to the Midwest.

Environment

As DOE Redirects Funding for Puerto Rico’s Rooftop Solar, Experts Say the Change Could Strengthen Gas Systems

The Puerto Rico Energy Resilience Fund was supposed to fund rooftop solar in vulnerable communities. Since January, these funds have virtually disappeared.

Environment, Solutions Journalism

Solutions to an Illinois City’s Flooding Issue

Investigation of the many approaches that Berwyn’s local government can take to mitigate urban flooding for its residents, including green alleys.

Environment, Solutions Journalism

Illinois Residents Grapple With Urban Flooding

Excessive water that accumulates in developed areas, is a growing concern for residents and infrastructure.

Environment, Solutions Journalism

Improving Infrastructure In Washington To Benefit Both People and Nature

A project in Bellevue to update essential wastewater systems is designed to improve habitats for fish and wildlife and increase access to natural areas for people of all abilities.