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Human Impact Study a ‘Wake-up Call’ For West Coast

Amanda Wills, May 13th, 2009

A two-year study by the National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis (NCEAS) concludes that humans have a significant impact on ocean areas along the West Coast. The study highlights location and intensity of 25 human-derived sources of ecological stress. "Every single spot of the ocean along the West Coast is affected by 10 to 15 different human activities annually," ... read more

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New Technology to Increase Tire Recycling by 50 Percent

Trey Granger, May 13th, 2009

Two Australian companies are working on a new three-step process for recycling tires, with the goal of a more economically-viable recycling solution that produces rubber powder for new tires and other rubber products. The two companies, CSIRO and VR TEK, have developed a technology that can devulcanize a tire and reclaim rubber. In the past, the bonds between rubber polymers ... read more

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Minnesota Bans BPA in Children’s Products

Trey Granger, May 13th, 2009

A new Minnesota law is banning the presence of Bispenol A (BPA) in food and beverage containers targeted for children under three-years-old, such as plastic baby bottles. The North Star State is the first to ban BPA, which has come under fire for possible health concerns. The law will officially take effect on January 1, 2010, when manufacturers will be required ... read more

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