Why Do We Celebrate Earth Day?
In the late 1960s, scientists, governments, and citizens were becoming more concerned about the impacts of 150 years of industrial growth. Concerns grew over devastating...
Cactus Pear: A Fruitful Alternative Crop For Bioenergy Production
As the driest state in the country, Nevada is all too familiar with drought and extreme heat. Researchers from the University of Nevada, Reno’s College...
Nevada to strengthen OSHA heat standards to protect employees, businesses push back
In a virtual workshop held on February 2, state regulators discussed Nevada’s current heat illness rules in order to prepare for the expected excessive heat...