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Downtown Denver joins a growing list of U.S. cities opting for a drone show instead of fireworks for the 4th of July

Instead of fireworks, Denver’s annual 4th of July celebration, Indy Eve will feature a drone show instead of fireworks. It will also feature two different projected light shows.

Also featured in the local celebration will be small businesses, food trucks, DJs, and a live performance from the Colorado Symphony Brass & Percussion Ensemble.

Recognizing the impacts of fireworks on veterans with PTSD, wildlife, air pollution, litter, and more — the city is part of a growing movement of communities reimagining what Independence Day celebrations can look like.

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More drones doing good:

• ​Nepal is using drones to speed up tuberculosis testing in mountainous, rural areas and help slow the spread of the world’s deadliest disease.
• Sweden is the first country to use drones to deliver life-saving emergency medical care to people in need — beating ambulances to the scene.
• Earlier this year, cities across the globe opted for drone light shows to provide more eco-friendly Chinese New Year celebrations.

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​New data shows that renewable sources made up the majority of electricity generation in the EU in 2023. Thanks to the rapid installation of new solar and wind projects, renewables accounted for 44.7% of all electricity production generated in 2023, a 12.4% increase from 2022.

​The White House announced a first-of-its-kind strategy to reduce food waste. Food waste expedites climate change, and the government is looking at strategies to extend the food shelf life, create more composting facilities, and urge companies to donate more food.

​In its elections tomorrow, Britain is set to elect its most ethnically diverse parliament ever. Regardless of who wins in the general election, a record number of ethnic minority MPs will win seats — for the first time better reflecting the country’s diversity.

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More Good bits

🧨 The 4th of July is no friend to dogs, but you can help yours stay safe and calm.​

🌳 Planting trees is great. Not cutting them down in the first place is even better.​

🏳️‍🌈 What’s good for the LGBTQ+ community is good for mental health.

🚛 Japan has a plan to remove 25,000 cargo trucks from roads.​

🛠️ What do we want? Libraries! What do we want them for? For clothes, for tools, and for absolutely everything!

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What’s good?

I’m with the dogs. The more I learn about them (and their impact on the environment, wildlife, veterans, etc.), the more I’ve grown less fond of fireworks, too.

What’s your favorite non-fireworks way to celebrate the 4th?

Hit “reply” and let me know!

— ​​Megan & Branden