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The energy infrastructure we have today is the result of thousands of years of technological development, during which the systems evolved based on what had and hadn’t been invented, and where. The Romans had everything they needed to develop a steam engine, but they didn’t. Where would humanity be today if we had almost 2,000 more years of industrialization? The existence of legacy systems significantly affects the speed with which we design and install energy systems based on the latest tec...
Those foam clamshell containers long used by restaurants for takeout food will soon be illegal statewide in Washington. Coffee cups, plates, trays and other food and drink carriers made from the same material – known as expanded polystyrene – will also be outlawed. Single-use foam coolers, too. The prohibition on the sale and distribution of these products will take effect June 1 under a law the Legislature approved in 2021. “It’s a big deal,” Heather Trim, executive director of Zero Waste Washington said of the restrictions. “We have had, over...
The April 10 story on Langley did not correctly state that city’s 2024 operating budget is $5 million, with another $8 million capital expense for a long-term stormwater and sewer infrastructure project. In the April 17 Master Gardeners column, potting soil products weed seed or herbicides problems were to have been cited as a concern of manufactured bulk mineral soil and not potting soil products from recycled forest products. The editor regrets the errors....
Swinomish Casino & Lodge is open following an 18-day closure due to a cybersecurity incident. The casino closed April 6 for the duration of the investigation. An announcement on the casino's homepage reads: "Our casino, dining, and lodge facilities are operational, and we look forward to welcoming back our valued guests, dedicated team members, and members of the tribal community. As a token of our appreciation, we are increasing promo play offers and promotions for all guests every week until the end of May. Please stop by the Signature...
