The Sustainability of Federal Food Assistance Programs in Rhode Island

By: Grace Feisthamel Edited by: Muhammad Hani Ahsan and Katherine Farrell Graphic by: Ava Lagressa and Arsh Naseer Farm Fresh Rhode Island Farm Fresh Rhode Island, a nonprofit food hub operating out of Providence, Rhode Island, works to connect local farmers and producers to consumers with an emphasis on increasing food access using federal benefit… Read more »

Qosh Tepa Canal: A Hope or a Threat

By Aiman Smagulova Editors: Katie Farrell and Muhammad Hani Ahsan Graphic by: Ava Lagressa and Arsh Naseer The construction of the Qosh Tepa Canal in the north of Afghanistan by the Taliban Government in 2022, represents one of the country’s largest projects, costing $684 million and involving over 4,000 workers.1 Designed to enhance both agricultural… Read more »

Charging a Nation: The Implementation of Electric Vehicle Stations in the United States

Authors: Natalie Alechko, Jenifer Bustamante, Katie Farrell, and Annika McGraw Edited By: Muhammad Hani Ahsan Graphic By: Norie Wright and Arsh Naseer Research Question: How will electric vehicle (EV) charging stations be deployed and made sustainable, following ESG criteria? Introduction Electric vehicles are defined as “vehicles that can be powered by an electric motor that… Read more »

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