Washtenaw County is at a critical crossroads as massive new data centers move in, creating an environmental and public health dilemma. While these facilities promise economic growth driven by AI and cloud computing, local experts warn that their unprecedented demands for electricity and water are straining aging infrastructure and threatening long-term community resilience. The Unpaid […]
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by Jeffrey Tritten, November 2025 Introduction Washtenaw County is currently facing multiple proposals for large-scale, resource-intensive data center developments (Zimmerman, 2025). These facilities, driven by the expanding demand for cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI), are notorious for their massive demand for water, primarily used for cooling and energy, which places a significant strain on […]
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For the environmentally conscious, reducing the impact of a carbon footprint is a must. Whether you’re someone who limits their vehicle usage, attempts to conserve electricity, or is outspoken about saving our forests, we can all do our part to limit the emission of CO2. Even simple home improvements, such as residential gutter replacements, can […]
The nutrients you chose to consume at every hour and every meal have a massive impact on your own health, as well as the world around you. The primary purpose of my blog is to help others make good choices about their future, as well as the future of this planet. Impactful Eating For Health […]
Climate Change is a Hunger Risk Multiplier Animal agriculture continues to be under-represented in discussions and policies geared at curtailing climate change, and the world’s hungriest people will suffer more as a result. Climate change is a hunger risk multiplier, with 20 percent more people projected to be at risk of hunger by 2050 due to […]
Avoid Animal Products Meat, dairy, and eggs use a great deal of resources. They are crop-intensive and energy-intensive. Animal products are inefficient to produce and result in a net loss of calories and protein. Dropping animal products is the best recommendation for eating a greener diet. Enjoy Whole Foods Choose whole grains, fresh produce, nuts, and dried legumes, which result in less […]
