Cumulative Ocean Impacts Mapped Off U.S. and Mexican Shores

May 27, 2009–Researchers from California and Hawaii have analyzed 25 factors and developed a map that reflects the relative cumulative magnitude of their effects on the waters extending for about 250-350 miles off the shores of Washington, Oregon, California, and the Baja Peninsula.

Black Carbon: A Key Cause Of Warming Not Well Recognized

May 1, 2009–

"Most Endangered Rivers" List To Be Released April 7

April 1, 2009–The conservation group American Rivers publishes an annual list of rivers endangered by dams, pollution, mining projects, and other threats they believe require urgent action.

Consent Decree Forces Regs on Selected Gas and Diesel Engines

April 1, 2009–Restrictions would be placed on many types of stationary diesel and gas-fired engines under a proposed EPA rule.

Greenhouse Gases Continue Rise; EPA Proposes Mandatory Reporting

March 18, 2009–Recently released studies show that the problem of ever-increasing GHG emissions in the US could be even worse than the current data indicate, as additional substances are added to the list. A proposed EPA rule may help, if finalized.

New Tool Available For Localizing Coal Ash Controversy

March 4, 2009–A new map and report by the Center for Public Integrity make it easier to pinpoint exact locations of coal-ash deposits, a waste product of coal-fired power plants.

Cement Kiln Rule Proposal Possible in March

February 18, 2009–EPA proposes a new rule addressing emissions of toxic chemicals from kilns that are fueled by coal or other typical fuels, or allegedly nonhazardous waste. You'll find this, as well as other environmental story ideas, in the latest issue of TipSheet.

A Federal Superfund Site Near You May Hold a Great Story

January 15, 2009–Want a chance to make a difference in your community? Think Superfund. Indeed, when the news media pays attention to toxic waste sites, a recent study has found that they are cleaned up quicker and better.

Inside Story: If Pollution Cleanup Sounds Too Good To Be True, Maybe It Is

January 15, 2009–Delving into complex Brownfield development projects produces multiple stories and big results for four reporters from the Bergen County Record who take on a two-year investigation.

Review: Diagnosis: Mercury, Money, Politics & Poison

January 15, 2009–Written by Jane Hightower; reviewed by Jennifer Weeks.