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EPA: Overall Emissions During 2009 Decreased by 6.1 Percent

EPA has released the 16th annual U.S. greenhouse gas inventory.

N.Y. Solicitor General Argues To Uphold Right To Sue Carbon Dioxide Polluters

The New York State Attorney General’s Office urged the U.S. Supreme Court to uphold the right of states to sue five polluting power companies to force them to reduce carbon dioxide emissions, the primary cause of climate change.

NY Breaks Ground On Nation's First Municipally Run Brownfield Cleanup Program (With Video)

PlaNYC New York City Brownfield Cleanup Program is the first municipally-run brownfield cleanup program in the nation.

Turning Windows into Powerplants (With Video)

Someday the entire surface area of a building’s windows could be used to generate electricity — without interfering with the ability to see through them.

Pollutants Detected in Peregrine Falcon Eggs (With Video)

A team of researchers from Spain and Canada have detected flame retardant pollutants in peregrine falcon eggs in both countries.

630 Colleges, Universities Recover 91 Million Pounds of Organic, Recyclable Materials (With Video)

RecycleMania wrapped up its 11th annual recycling competition in early April. It is an eight-week challenge that ignites classic college rivalries, rallying students, faculty and staff to increase on-campus recycling rates beyond their collegiate competitors.

'Flight Simulator for Biorefineries Teaches Biofuels Management

Iowa State has developed a biorefinery simulator designed to help students in its biorenewable resources and technology program learn about biofuel production.

Recycling at Work Can Make "Eco"nomic Sense

As more businesses are seeing the advantages of "going green" the Virginia Recycling Association would like to be a resource for businesses that want to find out more about how and what they can recycle.



EPA Launches Faith-based, Neighborhood Partnerships Initiative

Strong relationships with faith and neighborhood organizations will help promote environmental stewardship that will lead to cleaner communities, encourage healthier families and build a stronger America.

Green Your Driving Machine (With Video)

When serious engine trouble hits, the Engine Repower Council reminds vehicle owners that repowering their vehicle rather than buying a new one is the cost-effective, "green" way to go.

What is the Best Approach for Planning Uses of America's Coastal Waters, Oceans?

The question has gained importance since President Obama formed the National Ocean Council last summer and charged it with developing an ecosystem-based stewardship policy for the nation's oceans, coastal waters and the Great Lakes.

Future Promises Cordless Charging of Electric Vehicles

Developed in cooperation with BMW, this non-contact technology also works if drivers only make a short stop to recharge.

Scientists Present the First Design Basis for 20-MW Mega Wind Turbines

The present largest wind turbines have a capacity of 5-6 MW. Following five years of research at the joint European project UpWind, led by Risoe National Laboratory for Sustainable Energy, the Technical University of Denmark, scientists now can present the first design basis for developing mega wind turbines of 20 MW.

Debunking Five High-MPG-Vehicles Myths

Auto fuel efficiency is going up and high-MPG auto sales are surging today, but a handful of persistent myths continue to cloud the understanding of some policymakers and members of the general public.

Grand Canyon Threatened by Mining Claims

As the Obama administration considers whether to put federal land surrounding Grand Canyon National Park off limits to future mining claims, a report by the Pew Environment Group shows many national parks and landmarks are in jeopardy due to a dramatic increase in gold, uranium and other hardrock claims.

Environment Health and Safety Regulations on the Rise in Africa

Economic growth will continue throughout Africa providing opportunities for companies to expand and move operations into Africa. A company can expect African countries to strengthen EHS regulatory frameworks, which will differ from the typical U.S. and European approach.

Postal Service Delivers a Greener America

A recognized sustainability leader and innovator, the U.S. Postal Service continued a 50-year tradition today with the issuance of its latest social awareness stamp: Go Green.

Philippines Rolls Out Electric Tricycles (With Video)

Philippines mark an important first step towards a sustainable, energy-efficient transport model with electric tricycles.

PXP Selects Veolia to Provide Produced Water Treatment

Veolia will reclaim water for the Plains Exploration & Production Company at an oilfield in San Luis Obispo County, Calif.

Shipping Conglomerate Concealed Pollution in Magic Pipe Case

Four corporations will pay a $1 million penalty and will be barred from doing business in the United States during a maximum of five years