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Latest TipSheet Items
October 24, 2007
REPORT: Clean Water Act Violations Occur Routinely
October 24, 2007–In 2005, at least 3,600 facilities violated their water discharge permits more than 24,000 times, according to a US Public Interest Research Group report released Oct. 11, 2007.October 10, 2007
Earth Portal Is a Source For Science-Based Environmental Info
October 10, 2007–A wide variety of environmental news, opinions, and technical information is available at Earth Portal. The site provides information that you may not readily encounter via your usual sources, along with links to selected information published by others.FHWA Says Digital Billboards Can Be Acceptable
October 10, 2007–You may have thought that the billboard wars were largely over, after the efforts of Lady Bird Johnson, the passage of the Highway Beautification Act of 1965, and the subsequent adoption of regulations by states and local communities.Ozone Forecasts Can Help Reduce Health Problems
October 10, 2007–As of Oct. 2, 2007, NOAA and EPA are making daily local forecasts of ground level ozone for the entire contiguous U.S. The latest upgrade adds forecast information for 11 Western states, and improves forecasting for 6 others.Three National Academies Reports Coming in October
October 10, 2007–Three reports being released by the National Academies' National Research Council have strong environmental links. Reports concern water, biofuels and ongoing conflicts between national security and the open flow of scientific information.U.S. Army Has Major Expansion Plans in 12 States
October 10, 2007–The US Army's plans to expand operations at 17 facilities in 12 states over the next six years to accommodate up to about 75,000 troops and support personnel will have major environmental impacts.September 26, 2007
5 Federal Agencies Charged With Lax Effort on Climate Change
September 26, 2007–Five federal agencies that are responsible for management of a high percentage of US lands and waters are doing a poor job preparing for the effects of climate change.FEDS to Release Vehicle Mileage Data
September 26, 2007–Vehicle fuel economy is a major component of the ongoing energy and carbon discussions, so it's helpful to know how the current models are performing.Harmful Algal Blooms Now Lurk in All Costal Waters
September 26, 2007–Harmful algal blooms are increasing and now occur offshore of every coastal state and in some inland waters.Hot Times for Summer of 2007
September 26, 2007–The summer of 2007 was another hot one in the US and worldwide.
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