environment

State legislators held a press conference on Wednesday alongside public health experts to encourage public support for the adoption of strong clean car standards.

The City of Reno will plant 132 trees with federal grant money in an effort to combat extreme heat.

The Nevada Environmental Justice Coalition celebrated its first lobbying day at the state legislature in Carson City on Monday. The group held a press conference about climate change-related bills they’re supporting during the 2023 Nevada Legislative Session.

Starship Technologies utilizes robots to make food deliveries on numerous college campuses in the U.S., including the University of Nevada, Reno, and one thing is certain — they sure turn a lot of heads when rolling around campus.

Americans are increasing their focus on health and the environment, and there’s a growing market for sustainable home-building materials – like insulation.

KUNR hizo una encuesta sobre el medioambiente para los candidatos locales basándose en las preguntas de la comunidad, aquí KUNR tiene los resultados.

KUNR put together an environmental survey for local candidates in Reno, Sparks and Washoe County based on questions submitted by the community. KUNR’s Natalie Van Hoozer and Shelby Herbert sat down with Lucia Starbuck to discuss what people running for office had to say.

Last September, a woman found what is likely the first DNA-confirmed death cap mushroom in our region. The extremely toxic fungus is a concern for parents and pet owners, alike.

Read or listen to news headlines for Tuesday, July 26, 2022.

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