(KCPW/ Explore Utah Science) The public has made it’s voice heard when it comes to air pollution in the state. Regulators and government officials say they are developing a Utah solution for air quality. This year, there are plenty of people ready to hold them accountable. Kim Schuske from Explore Utah Science has the story.
(KCPW/ Explore Utah Science) Batteries that power our electronic devices contain heavy metals and other materials that are toxic to the environment. A new battery technology inspired by biology, bio-batteries, overcomes many of these problems. The technology may one day lead to biodegradable batteries that store energy more efficiently than today’s heavy duty lithium-ion batteries.…
(KCPW/ Explore Utah Science) Each year, thousands of vehicles collide with deer and elk that are crossing Utah’s highways, often causing major property damage, and even death. To protect both people and wildlife, scientists are investigating the safest, most cost-effective ways to get big game across the road. Julie Kiefer with Explore Utah Science has…
(KCPW/ Explore Utah Science) Thousands of animal and ambient sounds from eleven western states have been recorded and archived in a digital library in Utah. While fascinating in their own right, sounds can also be used to track environmental change. Kim Schuske has the story.
(KCPW/ Explore Utah Science) Antibiotics are our main line of defense against bacteria that can make us very sick. But that defense is breaking down as the microorganisms are increasingly becoming resistant to our most effective drugs. How we deal with this threat may determine if we will become at risk of dying from infectious…
(KCPW/ Explore Utah Science) The US has a lot of depleted uranium that needs to be stored and EnergySolutions wants to get in on the action. Over the next few months, the Division of Radiation Control will be looking at a study on the safety of storing the low level radioactive waste, which may ultimately…
(KCPW/ Explore Utah Science) Utah is the second driest state in the country and we use about 40% more water per person than neighboring states such as Arizona, Colorado, and New Mexico. With the climate changing and the population growing, water will not stretch as far in the future as it has in the past.…
(KCPW News) A proposal to eliminate the personal tax exemption in order to fund schools was presented to a legislative committee on Wednesday. KCPW reporter Kim Schuske has the story.
(KCPW News) On Tuesday, Governor Gary Herbert announced the creation of a Clean Air Action Team that will gather air quality data, analyze possible solutions, and make policy recommendations to fight air pollution. KCPW reporter Kim Schuske has the story.
(Explore Utah Science/ KCPW) The cost of removing a cataract – between $2,000-$4000 dollars – is prohibitive for many, leaving them to struggle with a completely curable form of blindness. The Moran Eye Center has started a Charitable Surgery Day, to help restore sight to some Utahns. Kim Schuske has the story.
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