This alien-like field of mirrors in the California desert was once the future of solar energy. It’s closing after just 11 years
For some, Ivanpah now stands as a huge, shiny monument to wasted tax dollars and environmental damage. For others, failures ...
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Mojave desert tortoise officially joins California's endangered list
The California Fish and Game Commission has formally recognized the Mojave desert tortoise as endangered ... About 1 million animal and plant species are at risk of being endangered — more ...
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Nevada’s Highly Imperiled Mojave Poppy Bee Takes Step Toward Endangered Species Act Protection
“Unless this bee is protected, the Mojave Desert is at risk of losing three species that define ... crops — including 35 percent of the global food supply — depend on animal pollinators for ...
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For 25th year, Mojave Max contest open to all Southern Nevada residents
Groundhog Day marks the start of Mojave Max watch. The desert tortoise mascot is Clark County's official prognosticator, but it'll be a while before he emerges.
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As solar farms sprout up in Southern Nevada, concern for desert tortoises grows
Solar projects in the Mojave Desert are becoming more common ... and are difficult to find,” Cunningham said. “All these animals are just disrupted,” she said. “And their ecosystem ...