Healthcare
Which states passed new abortion laws in 2022?
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Environment
Emissions in the US peaked in the early to mid-2000s and are near early 1990s levels.
Environment
Transportation emissions have been increasing since 1990, until the COVID-19 pandemic hit.
Environment
Where are temperatures fluctuating the most from historical averages? How much money does the government earn on energy and minerals? Get the answers below.
There are more forests in the US than a century ago
Since energy jobs cluster in a few key states, the COVID-19 pandemic's effect on the industry was worse in certain parts of the nation.
Gas prices dropped to $1.95 a gallon in April 2020. By July 2021, they were $3.14 a gallon.
Environment
Wildfires getting more destructive according to available data. Which states are affected the most?
Counties in Arizona, California, North Dakota, New Mexico, Nevada, and Utah are facing droughts that threaten widespread crop loss and water emergencies.
The recent heatwave hit some of the least air-conditioned cities in the country.
Environment
Recycling efforts in the US gained popularity in the 1970s. Data shows the rate of recycling has flattened in recent years.
