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South Florida, especially Broward, gets good grades for air quality
Take a deep breath, Broward County. The air quality in your backyard gets strong marks by American Lung Association standards. Palm Beach County did not do as well, but officials said their performance was still "pretty good." In its 2013 State of the...Tags: Air Pollution, Environmental Issues, Fort Lauderdale, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Orlando
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Two Imperial Valley projects among others along U.S.-Mexico border set to receive millions in financing
Two Imperial Valley projects were among six environmental infrastructure projects along the U.S.-Mexico border that are set to receive funding from the Border Environment Cooperation Commission and the North American Development Bank. “2012 was...Tags: Finance, Environmental Issues, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Economy, Business and Finance, Mexico
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Did Legislature do its job for us?
The Great Recession hit Florida harder than most states, with unemployment far exceeding the national average. Government revenue dried up, but to its credit, the Legislature tightened its belt rather than raise taxes. Today, Florida is bouncing back....Tags: Finance, Executive Branch, Pension and Welfare, Economy, Business and Finance, Health Insurance
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Senate Republicans stonewall Obama's EPA nominee
WASHINGTON – Senate Republicans boycotted a committee vote Thursday morning on President Obama’s nomination of Gina McCarthy to head the Environmental Protection Agency, prompting accusations of obstructionism from Democrats and calls to...
Tags: Republican Party, Barbara Boxer, Gina McCarthy, Mitch McConnell, Environmental Issues
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Residents upset over tree removal
A group of residents have dubbed the removal of nine ficus trees from downtown streets as "The Chainsaw Massacre." Seven speakers voiced their anguish and anger about the removal of the trees at Tuesday's City Council meeting. They urged more prudent...Tags: Environmental Issues
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Tesla Motors posts first quarterly profit in its 10-year history
For the first time in its 10 year history, electric car maker Tesla Motors Inc. turned a quarterly profit, beating analysts expectations for sales of its pricey luxury sedans. The Palo Alto automaker on Wednesday reported net income of $11.2 million, or...
Tags: Fuel-efficient Vehicles, Automotive Equipment, Tesla Motors, Inc., Gartner Incorporated, Tesla
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L.A. council approves controversial rail yard for port complex
The Los Angeles City Council on Wednesday approved a controversial rail yard serving the harbor, setting the stage for possible court challenges alleging violations of environmental and civil rights laws. The proposal to build a center for trains...
Tags: Ed Reyes, Natural Resources Defense Council, Burlington Northern Santa Fe Corporation, Elections, Asthma
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A move toward sustainability
I think Our Opinion missed the obvious solution when rethinking Michigan's beverage container program ("Bottle bill's suggested twist," March 12) -- Indiana should have its own bottle law. Hoosiers would not be fraudulently cashing in beverage...Tags: Global Warming, Environmental Issues, Crime, Law and Justice
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Nuclear power is not the answer to our energy needs
Dan Ervin's commentary on lifting restrictions on U.S. companies supplying nuclear power equipment abroad is completely misleading ("A nuclear opportunity," May 6). Nuclear energy is not, as Mr. Ervin says, pollutant free or carbon free. Government...Tags: Environmental Issues, Energy Resources, Waste, Nuclear Power
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Peru tries to close legal loophole for pollution fines
ReutersLIMA, May 8 (Reuters) - Peru is trying to quash the ability of companies to avoid paying environmental fines by lodging judicial appeals that linger for years, part of a push to crack down on polluters in a top exporter of minerals. Many of the appeals...Tags: Fines, Environmental Issues, Mining, Ollanta Humala, Punishment
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L.A. council considers controversial rail yard for harbor
The Los Angeles City Council on Wednesday morning will consider approving a controversial rail yard in the harbor that could improve the shipment of cargo but adversely affect nearby schools, parks and low-income communities. The proposal to build a...Tags: Environmental Issues, Burlington Northern Santa Fe Corporation, Asthma
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READER SUBMITTED: Newington's St. Mary Parish Awarded For Energy Efficiency
NewingtonSt. Mary Parish in Newington was recently recognized by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) for its commitment to reducing its energy consumption and air pollution during summer 2012. The parish was one of eleven...Tags: Connecticut Light & Power Company, Energy Saving, Environmental Issues, Newington, Connecticut Light and Power
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