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A seat at the table

A seat at the table

Story by Rosa Gómez, Staff writer
February 4, 2021
In good condition

In good condition

Story by Evelyn Nelson, Currents Editor
November 18, 2020
Three plots of land were planted with trees on Bolinger Fields as a part of a transnational garden study.

Trees: a study on the root of climate change

Story by Evelyn Nelson, Currents Editor
October 8, 2020
The decrease in air pollution and tourists has helped waterways and air quality improve while quarantine guidelines are in place.

Is the Earth healing?

Story by Macey VanDenMeerendonk, Copy Editor
March 25, 2020
James Boulter, a professor of chemistry, poses on the UW-Eau Claire footbridge.

New research floods the scene

Story by Kaitlyn Zenner
September 18, 2019
Each Hydroflask water bottle ranges from 20 to 70 dollars depending on the size or style.

Reshape the reusable trend

Story by Evelyn Nelson, Currents Editor
September 18, 2019
Pollution goes beyond just plastic straws and grocery bags, but small lifestyle changes can make waves.

Banning plastic straws isn’t going to save the environment

Story by Hannah Angell
February 20, 2019
Organic materials and food scraps belong in the compost bins, but water bottles, forks and other non-biodegradable items don’t. The Student Office of Sustainability wants students to take the time to sort their trash.

Student Office of Sustainability works to educate students on composting

Story by Alyssa Anderson, Op/Ed Editor
September 19, 2018
Campus and community organizations and businesses came together to show how students can make the Earth a better place.

Earth Claire promotes student sustainability

Story by Taylor Reisdorf, Freelance Writer
April 25, 2018
The Eau Claire farmers market, Just Local Food, and various restaurants are several options where local food is available for purchase and consumption.

Think local

Story by Madeline Peterson, Staff Writer
April 10, 2018
I’m heated

I’m heated

Story by Emilee Wentland, Managing Editor
February 7, 2018
TransCanada reports its infamous pipeline’s leakage has not yet contaminated water tables, but what does this mean for the future of Keystone XL?

Keystone Pipeline spills thousands of gallons of oil in South Dakota

Story by Madeline Fuerstenberg, Freelance Writer
November 20, 2017
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