Clean News Today — October 23, 2026
Researchers Find Widespread PFAs Contamination in Florida Waterways and more — today's clean signal.
The impacts of our reliance on fossil fuels and the consequences of unchecked industrial pollution are making headlines today. The effects of climate change are being felt across the globe, with rising temperatures linked to a surge in heat-related deaths in Europe. Meanwhile, in the US, fossil fuels are ubiquitous, found not just in energy production but also hidden in plain sight in our daily lives - from the structure of our homes to the data centers that power our digital lives. In Pennsylvania, data centers are emerging as a key issue in competitive congressional elections, highlighting the complex interplay between technology, energy, and politics.
As we continue to grapple with the consequences of our addiction to fossil fuels, the environmental toll is becoming increasingly clear. In Florida, researchers have found widespread contamination of waterways with PFAS, a class of chemicals linked to a range of health problems. These stories serve as a reminder that the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future is not just an environmental imperative, but also a public health and economic one. As we move forward, it's clear that a comprehensive approach will be needed to address the far-reaching impacts of fossil fuel use and pollution, from the energy sector to our homes and communities.
Today's signal:
• Researchers Find Widespread PFAs Contamination in Florida Waterways (insideclimatenews.org)
• Data Centers Are ‘Front and Center’ in Pennsylvania’s Competitive Congressional Elections (insideclimatenews.org)
• Fossil-Fueled Warming Drives Surge in European Heat Deaths (insideclimatenews.org)
• Fossil fuels are hiding all over your house. We built a model home to show how. (grist.org)