Drinking Water Systems

September 26, 2001–Drinking water sources, purification, and distribution systems are essential to public health, and failures could be catastrophic.

Levees and Flood Control Works

September 26, 2001–There are places along the Mississippi River (e.g. New Orleans) where many people live in areas that would normally be flooded, were it not for levees or other flood control works.

Nuclear Plants and Materials

September 26, 2001–Security of nuclear power plants was definitely on people's minds as the WTC burned and nobody knew where the next plane would hit.

Oil and Gas Pipelines

September 26, 2001–Because of their length, ubiquity, and remoteness, pipelines can be nearly impossible to defend.

Other Chemical Hazards

September 26, 2001–While petrochemical plants get the most attention, statistics from the Chemical Safety Board suggest that media overlook three quite common and widespread hazards: chlorine, ammonia, and propane

SPECIAL ISSUE: Terror and Environment-Introduction

September 26, 2001–A few lessons were buried in the rubble of the World Trade Center. Humans change the environment -- and build environments -- in ways that make them vulnerable to catastrophe.

EPA'S BT Reregistration Decisions Due Soon

September 19, 2001–During the week of Sept. 24, 2001, EPA is scheduled to issue a final decision on whether to reregister Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) plant pesticide applications for cotton.

NAS: Arsenic + Drinking Water = Increased Cancer Risk

September 19, 2001– Even very low concentrations of arsenic in drinking water can increase cancer risks. NAS release with link to report.

Public Citizen Scrutinizes Environmental Impacts of NATA

September 19, 2001–Corporations are using a dispute resolution provision of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) to circumvent environmental regulations in the US, Canada, and Mexico.

Reporting on Terrorism: Resources for Journalists

September 19, 2001–In the wake of the tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001, terrorism is likely to continue to impact all beats, including the environment beat.