In a bold move to address pressing civic challenges and stimulate economic growth, San Jose, California, has launched an innovative pilot program that leverages artificial intelligence (AI) to transform the local landscape. With a $200,000 grant fund, the city is supporting tech startups that focus
Imagine a summer in the western United States where smoke blankets entire states, homes are reduced to ash, and firefighters battle blazes that seem unstoppable—a recurring reality with wildfires burning millions of acres annually, threatening lives, ecosystems, and economies. Projections suggest
What happens when a rural town of just 900 souls stands on the brink of a technological revolution worth $3 billion? In Harwood, North Dakota, nestled near the expanding edge of Fargo, a proposed data center by Applied Digital has ignited a fierce clash between progress and preservation. This isn’t
In the heart of the Balkans, Montenegro faces a stark challenge: preserving its breathtaking landscapes while battling rampant pollution and eco-crime. On World Environment Day, a powerful response emerged with the launch of Čuvaj da te čuva ("Protect So It Protects You"), a national environmental
Introduction to Scotland's EV Charging Efforts Imagine driving through the serene, rolling hills of rural Scotland, only to find that charging an electric vehicle (EV) is as challenging as navigating a narrow country road. This scenario underscores a critical gap in sustainable transport
Imagine a state rich in resources, poised to fuel national energy and economic goals, yet shackled by bureaucratic delays that stall progress for years. Alaska faces this very challenge, with critical infrastructure and mining projects languishing under federal permitting bottlenecks. A historic
