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Workforce & Jobs of the Future Philly Pittsburgh

Abandoned PA mines and waste‑heat recycling could make the state’s massive new data centers far more sustainable

Written by Wangda Zuo and The Conversation March 11, 2026March 11, 2026

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Workforce & Jobs of the Future National

How wind and solar power helps keep America’s farms alive

Written by Paul Mwebaze and The Conversation July 29, 2025September 21, 2025

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Professional Development Philly

5 premium online research tools all Philly students can use for free

Written by Joyce Valenza and The Conversation February 12, 2025February 11, 2025

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Civic News National

Eagles and Chiefs have already made Philadelphia and Kansas City economic winners

Written by Michael Davis and The Conversation February 6, 2025December 7, 2025

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Civic News National

How satellites and AI help fight wildfires today

Written by John W. Daily and The Conversation January 31, 2025December 7, 2025

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Civic News Philly

How Philly cops can use the city’s $800k for police drones to improve safety while avoiding unchecked surveillance

Written by Robert Kane, Jordan Hyatt and The Conversation January 22, 2025January 30, 2025

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Civic News National

Trump and Harris share common ground on US technology policy, but are sharply divided on science

Written by Kenneth Allen and The Conversation October 15, 2024December 7, 2025

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Civic News Philly

Air pollution inside Philly’s subway is much worse than on the streets

Written by Kabindra Shakya, Aimee Eggler and The Conversation October 9, 2024October 8, 2024

Software Development National

Tiny robots and AI algorithms could help clean up the environment

Written by Mahshid Ahmadi and The Conversation September 20, 2024December 7, 2025

Civic News Philly

4 ways Wissahickon Valley Park makes Philly more resilient against climate change

Written by Hilton Oyamaguchi, David Contosta and The Conversation August 25, 2024August 25, 2024

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Civic News National

Robocars can reduce traffic jams even when surrounded by regular vehicles, study finds

Written by Weizi Li and The Conversation August 2, 2024December 7, 2025

Civic News Philly

For Philly students with college ambitions, success depends on which high school they attend

Written by Joseph Sageman and The Conversation June 25, 2024June 25, 2024