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National Estuary Program Celebrates 20th Anniversary

Trey Granger, November 1st, 2007

Washington, D.C.—Thanks to EPA's National Estuary Program (NEP), more than one million acres of critical habitat has been sustained or restored—that's a figure that is just shy of the total area of the state of Rhode Island. The NEP, which includes 28 estuaries across the country, was developed 20 years ago to protect and restore these national resources. Stories of success ... read more

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Green Energy Options in the Caribbean

James Post, November 1st, 2007

The world is substantially increasing alternative energy sources, with little contribution to climate change, which is now recognized as a serious threat to the health of the planet. Earlier programs that aimed at “green” energy contributions of 10-20 percent are currently being studied for revision. As good as they are intended, they only offset the growth in carbon dioxide emission, ... read more

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Earth 911 Launches EnviroTip Series

Trey Granger, November 1st, 2007

The Earth 911 EnviroTip series is now available for free viewing on Earth 911. These 13 one-minute videos will teach you how to green various aspects of your life from conserving water and energy to properly disposing of motor oil. They are produced in TV broadcast quality, creating the opportunity for brands and organizations to customize and run as licensed public ... read more

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Got Books Wins 2007 MassRecycle Award

Trey Granger, November 1st, 2007

Worcester, Mass.—MassRecycle, the Massachusetts Recycling Coalition, announced the recipients of the 2007 Green Binnies presented at MassRecycle’s Awards Celebration on Tuesday, October 30, at the DCU Center in Worcester. Individuals and organizations throughout the Commonwealth were recognized for their outstanding contributions to recycling and reuse in the state. The Recycling Business Green Binnie Award was given to Got Books of North Reading. ... read more

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Final EPA Staff Paper Recommends Stronger Standards for Airborne Lead

Trey Granger, November 1st, 2007

Washington, D.C.—A key document in EPA's review of national air quality standards for lead recommends the agency strengthen the current lead standards to better protect children. The "Final Staff Paper" does not change current air quality standards. It does, however, contain EPA staff recommendations for the administrator to consider in upcoming decisions about revising the national air quality standards for lead. The ... read more

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Earth 911 Releases EnviroTip Video Series to Help Green Your Life

Trey Granger, November 1st, 2007

Scottsdale, AZ—Earth911.com, the nation’s official environmental network announced today its release of 13 one-minute video clips on practical ways to green your life. This release marks the first installation in a series called EnviroTips that focuses on simple, everyday solutions for the environment. Ranked number one on Google for “recycle” and a list of other keywords and featured three times on ... read more

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New Recycling Venture Launched in Goshen

Trey Granger, November 1st, 2007

Goshen, Ind.—RedPost Inc., a startup software company, is partnering with two Indiana companies to launch RedPost/Recycle, a recycling collection center for multiple types of waste. RedPost started the program, which will collect foam, electronics, CDs/DVDs and rechargeable batteries, among other things, because there were no other local options for recycling these materials. "We generate a lot of waste from our electronics ... read more

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Ask EPA Chats Begin Today

Trey Granger, November 1st, 2007

Washington, D.C.—If you could sit down to chat with the nation's top environmental officials, what would you ask? Here is your chance as today at 3 p.m. EDT, Administrator Stephen L. Johnson will host the launch of EPA's new online interactive forum Ask EPA. Join the administrator online as he discusses the agency's efforts to promote clean and dependable energy solutions, ... read more

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AF&PA Launches Recycling Awards

Trey Granger, November 1st, 2007

WASHINGTON, DC – Today the American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) announced that entry forms for the 2008 AF&PA Recycling Awards are available at www.paperrecyclingawards.org. In 2008, AF&PA will again recognize outstanding business, community, school-wide, and university paper recycling efforts. The deadline for submissions is January 31, 2008. Thanks to the dedication of millions of Americans who recycle on a daily ... read more

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Paper Recycling Awards

Trey Granger, November 1st, 2007

The 2008 American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) Recycling Awards has two different categories for schools to participate in: the School-Wide (K-12) and the College and University Recycling Awards. Schools can enter the competition by visiting the Paper Recycling Awards website and providing information about their school's recycling program. The deadline for entries is January 31, 2008. Winners will be flown ... read more

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