Data center concerns lead to push for a one-year moratorium on projects

Data center concerns lead to push for a one-year moratorium on projects
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By Karlee VanAntwerp

Critics of the proliferation of data centers are calling for a one-year moratorium on the approval of new projects.

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Michigan pushes toward 100% clean energy by 2040 despite funding cuts

Michigan pushes toward 100% clean energy by 2040 despite funding cuts
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 By Bauyrzhan Zhaxylykov

Given dramatic changes in federal energy policy and spending, as well as possible reduction in state financial support for alternative energy projects, is Michigan still on target to reach its clean energy goals?

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More funding approved to improve the Greater Chicago Area’s public transit

More funding approved to improve the Greater Chicago Area’s public transit
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By Joshua Kim

Following the passing of new legislation by the Illinois General Assembly, the Regional Transport Authority, soon to be the Northern Illinois Transit Agency, will receive an additional $1.2 billion for its annual budget this year. The additional funding will be used to improve “frequency, reliability, and safety”

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Book helps residents, visitors, use Chicago’s public transit to access recreational sites

Book helps residents, visitors, use Chicago’s public transit to access recreational sites
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By Joshua Kim

“Chicago Transit Hikes," a new book by Lindsay Welbers, aims to help Chicago residents and visitors reach outdoor recreation sites car-free.

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