Saildrones on the Lakes, EVs on the Rise

Q-90.1's The Environment Report by The Environment Report with Jeff Kart

May 26, 202600:02:59News & Politics

The U.S. Coast Guard is using autonomous Saildrones on the Great Lakes. As gas prices rise, so do electric vehicle sales. Beach wellness is a couple of weeks away. Learn more: Support this podcast:

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