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Amid the chocolate-covered cheesecake on a stick, the 4-H pavilion and the carnival rides, you ll find the Clean Energy Corner at this year s New York State Fair. A half-dozen groups in the state have collaborated for what they say is an informative and entertaining look at clean-energy options across New York. There will also be activities such as solar-bead bracelet making and a virtual-reality headset where a person can tour a solar farm. . ....
Youth climate activists in Maine are working to enshrine "the right to a clean and healthy environment" into their state s constitution. It is called the Pine Tree Amendment, and activists say it is part of a growing movement nationwide, aiming to hold the government accountable for policies contributing to climate change. Audrey Hufnagel, a high school student and organizer for Maine Youth for Climate Justice, said the amendment would be on par with the right to free speech. . ....
Restaurant workers are feeling the heat now more than ever as they battle hotter working conditions due to climate change, and they are calling for safer regulations in the workplace. A recent study conducted by Restaurant Opportunities Center United, titled "Beat the Heat: Restaurant Workers Fight for a Safe and Dignified Work Environment," highlighted the urgent need for improved working conditions in the face of rising temperatures. The report revealed elevated temperatures not only increase the likelihood of workplace injuries, illnesses and fatalities but also lead to chronic dehydration and long-term kidney damage. . ....
Educators in Maine will have a new online resource this school year to help them teach what they say is one of the most challenging subjects: climate change. The Maine Climate Hub offers free, scientist-and teacher-vetted lessons for students Pre-K through twelve, which teachers can integrate into standard courses such as math, social studies, and even art. Olivia Griset, Maine Environmental Education Association Executive Director, said the lessons are Maine-centric and will help those students already witnessing changes to their environment. . ....