Daily Archives: March 11, 2008

My chemical romance

Posted on March 11, 2008 by Laura B.

Read the full story in Chicago Tribune’s Redeye. The health-conscious among us take care to avoid notorious risks such as mercury-laden fish, lead paint and cigarette smoke — all of which contain chemicals proven to do a body bad. But … Continue reading →

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Vatican modernizes 7 deadly sins, adds pollution

Posted on March 11, 2008 by Laura B.

Read the full story in the Chicago Tribune. To the seven deadly sins — pride, envy, gluttony, lust, anger, greed and sloth — add pollution, drugs and genetic experiments. The Vatican newspaper L’Osservatore Romano asked Monsignor Gianfranco Girotti, head of … Continue reading →

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At EPA, Unions Break From Management

Posted on March 11, 2008 by Laura B.

Read the full story in the Washington Post. Unions at the Environmental Protection Agency have pulled out of a long-standing partnership with management, saying Administrator Stephen L. Johnson has failed to deal in good faith on issues such as scientific … Continue reading →

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Pollution Is Called a Byproduct of a 'Clean' Fuel

Posted on March 11, 2008 by Laura B.

Read the full story in the New York Times. Potentially hazardous discharges from a biodiesel plant seem an incongruity from an earth-friendly industry.

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Saving Energy in Data Centers

Posted on March 11, 2008 by Laura B.

Read the full story in Technology Review. Concern about the amount of energy eaten up by data centers has led to a slew of research in the area, including new work from Microsoft Research’s Networked Embedded Computing group, which was … Continue reading →

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OSHA Unwraps Combustible Dust Topics Page

Posted on March 11, 2008 by Laura B.

Read the full story in Occupational Health & Safety. OSHA told the world yesterday about its new Combustible Dust Safety and Health Topics page (www.osha.gov/dsg/combustibledust/index.html)  and noted that it contains a link to the agency’s ongoing National Emphasis Program on … Continue reading →

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Green School Workshop & Tour: Green Design Up Close and In Action

Posted on March 11, 2008 by Laura B.

How can you make the remarkable benefits of green schools a reality for children, teachers and your school community? Join Healthy Schools Campaign for an inspiring and informative workshop and school tour with lunch catered by Chicago’s popular Wishbone catering. … Continue reading →

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Fuel better

Posted on March 11, 2008 by Laura B.

Read the full story in Plenty Magazine. As more biofuel stations pop up, how do you know if what you’re buying is good or bad for the environment?

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Ireland: Where wind power is king

Posted on March 11, 2008 by Laura B.

Read the full story from News.com. The Republic of Ireland already has installed about 800 megawatts worth of wind turbines, and wind park developers have or are expected to file applications to put an additional 3,700 megawatts worth of wind … Continue reading →

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EcoPinion Survey, "Branding Green But Seeing Red," Highlights Lack Of Consumer Awareness And Acceptance Of Green Brands

Posted on March 11, 2008 by Laura B.

Read the press release. EcoAlign, a strategic marketing agency focused on energy and the environment and an affiliate of DEFG LLC, today released the results of the third EcoPinion survey on green brands and brand messaging. The third EcoPinion Survey … Continue reading →

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