By SMPN When devastating floods swept through the Texas Hill Country in early July, claiming the lives of over 130 people, a wave of grief was quickly followed by controversy. Some blamed the tragedy on a cloud seeding operation that took place more than 100 miles away, pointing fingers at Rainmaker Technology Corporation and its CEO, Augustus Doricko. Though experts …
By P.J. Heller Little did Bill Gaston know when he landed a summer job while in high school with a tree surgeon company that more than five decades later, he would still be in the industry. “The first couple of days at work, when I saw these guys climb trees, I knew immediately I could do it,” he recalls. “It …
Soil contamination by heavy metals (HMs) is a growing environmental concern, particularly in areas affected by industrial activities such as mining and metallurgy. These pollutants persist in the environment, posing risks to agricultural productivity, soil health, and human safety. One promising method for mitigating heavy metal contamination is the use of organic amendments, such as livestock manure compost, to stabilize …
By Kathleen Marquardt The recent Los Angeles/Palisades wildfires have sparked a heated debate, with many attributing the devastation to various factors, including climate change, political mismanagement, and environmental policies. While these fires are undeniably tragic, understanding the complex array of contributing factors behind them requires examining everything from weather patterns to urban development and resource management. Climate vs. Weather: Understanding …
