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Plastic pellet contamination in New England

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Latest: New England waterways face surge of plastic pellet pollution, spurring federal legislation

In early July 2026, reports emerged that tiny plastic pellets, or nurdles, were found contaminating shellfish and waterways across the New England region. The initial observations highlighted the potential for these part

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New England renewable energy eases heat‑wave power demand

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Latest: New England Offshore Wind Cuts Oil Use During Record Heat Wave

During the July 2026 heat wave, New England’s power system increasingly relied on distributed and offshore renewable resources. Early in the event, rooftop solar installations supplied about 25 % of peak electricity dema

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