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Columbus, Georgia, Inaugurates First Renewable Natural Gas Plant at Pine Grove Landfill

Columbus, Georgia, Inaugurates First Renewable Natural Gas Plant at Pine Grove Landfill

Columbus, Georgia, has officially commenced commercial operations of its first renewable natural gas (RNG) plant at the Pine Grove landfill. The facility, a partnership between the City of Columbus and The Landfill Group, began running on August 10, 2026, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony held on November 12, 2026. This plant is designed to capture methane gas produced by decomposing waste in the landfill, process it, and then inject the upgraded gas into the local natural gas system operated by Liberty Utilities (Peach State Natural Gas) Corp. The project, named Columbus Power Producers, aims to convert landfill gas into a usable energy source, reducing emissions and enhancing the sustainability of landfill operations. According to the EPA, the project at full build-out is expected to reduce CO2 emissions equivalent to over 21 million gallons of gasoline annually.

Liberty Tire Recycling Employees Volunteer to Combat Childhood Food Insecurity Across U.S.

Liberty Tire Recycling Employees Volunteer to Combat Childhood Food Insecurity Across U.S.

Employees from Liberty Tire Recycling, North America's leading tire recycler, participated in meal packing events at five of their U.S. locations to support Blessings in a Backpack. This nonprofit organization focuses on providing weekend meals to children who experience food insecurity when school meals are unavailable. The events, organized by Liberty Cares, the company's employee engagement committee, took place in Midlothian, Texas; Jackson, Georgia; Minerva, Ohio; Santa Fe Springs, California; and Portland, Oregon. Volunteers assembled meal bags designed to help children and families in their local communities. The initiative underscores Liberty Tire's commitment to community involvement beyond its environmental stewardship, aiming to invest time and resources into programs that support local families.

Wells Fargo Seeks Tellers to Enhance Customer Experience and Foundational Banking Skills in Lawrenceville, Georgia

Wells Fargo Seeks Tellers to Enhance Customer Experience and Foundational Banking Skills in Lawrenceville, Georgia

Wells Fargo Seeks Tellers to Enhance Customer Experience and Foundational Banking Skills in Lawrenceville, Georgia

Democrat Holscher wins Kansas governor's race amid datacenter backlash

Democrat Holscher wins Kansas governor's race amid datacenter backlash

By Valerie Volcovici WASHINGTON, Nov 13 (Reuters) - Democrat Cindy Holscher, who campaigned on a moratorium for data-center development, won the Kansas governor's race as the tech backlash reverberated in one of the country's most conservative states.

Data Center Demand Reshaping U.S. Electricity Costs, Driving Up Prices in Key Regions

Data Center Demand Reshaping U.S. Electricity Costs, Driving Up Prices in Key Regions

Data Center Demand Reshaping U.S. Electricity Costs, Driving Up Prices in Key Regions

Qcells Achieves Top Reliability Marks, Bolstering U.S. Solar Manufacturing and Domestic Content Tax Credits

Qcells Achieves Top Reliability Marks, Bolstering U.S. Solar Manufacturing and Domestic Content Tax Credits

Qcells Achieves Top Reliability Marks, Bolstering U.S. Solar Manufacturing and Domestic Content Tax Credits

Representatives Schrier and Bonamici Reintroduce 'Healthy Meal Time Act' to Standardize School Lunch and Recess Durations

Representatives Schrier and Bonamici Reintroduce 'Healthy Meal Time Act' to Standardize School Lunch and Recess Durations

U.S. Representatives Kim Schrier (D-WA-08) and Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR-01) have reintroduced The Healthy Meal Time Act. This federal bill aims to ensure public school students receive adequate time for eating and playing during the school day. Currently, federal regulations under the National School Lunch Program specify nutritional requirements for meals but do not mandate the duration students have to consume them. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends a minimum of twenty minutes of seated eating time, but this is not a federal requirement, leaving such decisions to state and local school administrators. Research indicates that shorter meal periods lead to reduced consumption of fruits, vegetables, and entrees, alongside an increase in food waste. The proposed legislation seeks to address this by directing the USDA and the U.S. Department of Education to conduct a national study and disseminate evidence-based best practices for school meal durations.

Cayuga County Department of Planning and Economic Development Offers Composting Workshop and Free Bins to Residents

Cayuga County Department of Planning and Economic Development Offers Composting Workshop and Free Bins to Residents

The Cayuga County Department of Planning and Economic Development is hosting its second StormwaterSmart Workshop, focusing on reducing household food waste and promoting composting. The event, held at the Cayuga County Natural Resource Center, includes a presentation on food waste reduction, a live composting demonstration, and practical tips for protecting water quality at home. Registered participants will receive giveaways, and free compost bins are available to Cayuga County residents, limited to one per household. This additional workshop was scheduled due to remaining bins after the initial session. Composting is highlighted as a method to divert material from landfills, create a free soil amendment, and help soil retain water. The workshop aims to educate residents on sustainable practices and provide resources for at-home composting.

USDA Proposes Rule Changes for Pecan Industry in 15 States to Enhance Council Representation and Data Collection

USDA Proposes Rule Changes for Pecan Industry in 15 States to Enhance Council Representation and Data Collection

USDA Proposes Rule Changes for Pecan Industry in 15 States to Enhance Council Representation and Data Collection

Georgia Power's Obscure Calculation Favors Natural Gas Over Battery Storage in Grid Expansion

Georgia Power's Obscure Calculation Favors Natural Gas Over Battery Storage in Grid Expansion

Georgia Power, the state's largest utility, is facing scrutiny from renewable energy advocates over its use of an obscure calculation called Effective Load Carrying Capability (ELCC) in its latest plan to expand the electric grid. The utility is preparing to add between 2,000 and 6,000 megawatts of new capacity by 2032 and 2033, considering both natural gas and battery storage. However, Georgia Power is currently assigning battery storage an ELCC of just 20%, meaning a 1,000-megawatt battery project would only count for 200 megawatts towards its capacity needs. In contrast, a 1,000-megawatt natural gas plant is assigned an 80% ELCC, counting for 800 megawatts. This significantly lower ELCC for batteries, compared to previous calculations of around 75%, is seen by advocates like Bob Sherrier of the Southern Environmental Law Center as putting a "thumb on the scale for gas," making battery storage appear artificially more expensive and less valuable in the procurement process.

Animal Agriculture Significantly Contributes to Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Environmental Degradation

Animal Agriculture Significantly Contributes to Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Environmental Degradation

Animal agriculture is a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, deforestation, water usage, and pollution, according to recent findings. Livestock, particularly cows and sheep, produce methane during digestion, a potent greenhouse gas that traps significantly more heat than carbon dioxide, accelerating climate change. The demand for land to raise livestock and grow feed crops leads to extensive deforestation. Furthermore, the livestock sector consumes vast amounts of water; for instance, producing just one kilogram of beef requires approximately 15,000 liters of water, compared to about 2,500 liters for one kilogram of soybeans or tofu. Manure from livestock also contains high levels of nitrogen and phosphorus, which contaminate both water and air. These environmental impacts are prompting discussions about the sustainability of current agricultural practices and the potential benefits of reducing animal product consumption.

The Latest: Senators investigate whether Health Secretary RFK Jr. lied to Congress about Samoa trip

The Latest: Senators investigate whether Health Secretary RFK Jr. lied to Congress about Samoa trip

Two Democratic senators are launching an investigation into whether Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. lied to Congress about his reason for a 2019 trip to Samoa after The Associated Press and The Guardian published documents in August refuting his testimony