Seven innovative landfill methane capture projects were recognized by EPA for generating renewable energy while reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Announced at the 12th Annual Landfill Methane Outreach Program (LMOP) Annual Conference, the seven winners included a project that converts landfill gas to fuel for county vehicles, and one of the largest multiple-customer landfill gas use projects in the country.....full story
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President Bush yesterday designated three new marine national monuments in the Pacific Ocean totaling more than 195,000 square miles, an area greater than Oregon and Washington combined. ....full story |
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The Friends of the Monument, a coalition of indigenous and resident people of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands who support designation and protection of the important ocean resources along the Mariana Trench, applauded President Bush yesterday for declaring a Marianas Trench Marine National Monument at a ceremony in Washington, DC Tuesday.....full story |
Water efficiency is critical to the growing U.S. economy and quality of life. Water Efficiency Leaders are being recognized for their contributions in reducing, reusing and recycling water through leadership, innovation and water saved.....full story
A new Web tool is available to enlist the public and other law enforcement agencies in tracking down fugitives accused of violating environmental laws and evading arrest.....full story
Wash and rinse your clothes in cold water. 85-90% of the energy used is for hot water. Also, run full dryer loads, use the moisture sensing setting and clean the lint filter after every load. A clogged filter increases energy use. ....full story
Mother Earth has worked up a holiday list this year. It includes recycling leftover wrapping paper, giving energy-efficient gadgets and finding a better way to grandmother's house. ....full story
In 2009, what will you do to protect our coral reefs?....full story
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Department of Energy are helping states lead the way in an effort to promote low cost energy efficiency. More than 60 energy, environmental and state policy leaders from across the country have come together to produce the updated National Action Plan Vision for 2025: A Framework for Change. The action plan outlines strategies to help lower the growth in energy demand across the country by more than 50 percent, and shows ways to save more than $500 billion in net savings over the next 20 years. These actions may help to reduce annual greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to those from 90 million vehicles. ....full story
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We've been talking about going green or being more earth-friendly this whole year. Thus, it's also appropriate that as we celebrate the holiday season, we do so by demonstrating our commitment to be more caring to our precious natural resources and at the same time helping to make a positive change. ....full story |
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