Super Bowl banners transformed into handbags
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Super Bowl LVII has come and gone, and in previous reports, we have touched on ways officials tried to make the big game sustainable during its time in Glendale. It has been months since the game took place, and people are still at work to make it happen, as one non-profit is working hard to give new life to banners for the big game. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen reports.

How bird poop is affecting your solar panels

Many Arizona residents have heard the sales pitch for solar panels: no maintenance required and lower energy bills. However, one Valley company says that's not entirely true - and it's all because of bird poop.

As Arizona looks to desalination as a drought solution, questions mount over its feasibility for the state

As Arizona officials look at desalination, or the process of creating freshwater by removing salt from saltwater, as a way to solve the state's water crisis, there are also mounting questions over whether such ways to create water can even work for the Grand Canyon State, which has no access to the ocean.

Is reusing wastewater a solution for Arizona's water woes?

As the megadrought continues, there are a number of solutions being offered to help cities, as well as households, save water. One solution involves reclaiming water from sewage, as well as water used in washing dishes, doing laundry, and bathing.

Good news for Lake Powell as snowpack continues to melt

Water levels on Lake Powell are rising thanks to the heavy snowpack in the Colorado Rockies, and currently, water levels are at 3,525 feet – up three feet compared to last year.

Hawaii lawmakers fail to pass bill that would have charged annual fee to tourists

Hawaii lawmakers failed to pass a bill that would have made tourists help pay for the protection of Hawaii’s forests and wildlife even though the idea has widespread public and political support.

As water crisis persists, San Diego looks at treated wastewater as a drinking water source

While San Diego is relying on desalination to turn saltwater into freshwater for a portion of its water needs, the city is also looking at treated wastewater as another water source. Officials say education is key on this issue, as some do not find treated wastewater to be a palatable idea.

Takeaways about heat deaths and vulnerable older people

In America’s hottest big metro, older people accounted for most of the people who died last summer in broiling heat inside their homes, almost all without air conditioning. The heat dangers well known in greater Phoenix are becoming known familiar nationwide.

China’s Mars rover discovers signs of recent water in sand dunes

The rover's radar detected what appears to be a subsurface layer of water ice beneath a layer of Martian soil. The discovery is significant as it suggests that water may exist in a liquid state on Mars.

Tempe celebrates 25th year of its Zero Waste clean up event
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Hundreds of people spent the day getting rid of trash in Tempe. It's the 25th year for the city's "Zero Waste Day." Everything from paper products, to electronics, are on the way to being recycled. FOX 10's Irene Snyder has more.

Saudi-owned farm's water use in Arizona under scrutiny

Worsening drought has focused new attention on the Saudi-owned dairy company and whether Arizona should be doing more to protect its groundwater resources.

What to know about ticks and Lyme season following a mild winter

Researchers say it is hard to predict how the tick season will play out. This year’s mild winter and early snow melt, though, could mean more ticks earlier than usual.

GM ditching Chevy Bolt, shifting to electric trucks

General Motors is ready to move on from its top-selling electric vehicle to make room for larger models that run on new battery technology.

How has Arizona's wet winter impacted the honey bees?

After a winter and early spring of low temperatures and seemingly constant rain, one researcher says it has likely lowered the bee population in the state.

Water drilling permits for Saudi Arabia-owned farm in Arizona revoked

The company, Fondomonte Arizona LLC, uses sprinklers to grow alfalfa in La Paz County and exports it to feed dairy cattle in Saudi Arabia. It does not pay for the water it uses.

Where does your state rank on the ‘2023 Greenest States’ list?

The list compared the 50 states across three dimensions: environmental quality, eco-friendly behaviors and climate change contributions.

Interesting facts about Earth Day: Who created the holiday?

The founder of Earth Day was Senator Gaylord Nelson, who was inspired to create the global observance after one of the worst ecological disasters in U.S. history.