Daily Archives: October 23, 2008

Connecticut Launches Carbon Footprint Calculator and Pledge Tool

Posted on October 23, 2008 by Laura B.

In late September, 2008, the State of Connecticut launched a website that encourages its citizens, businesses, and schools to do “OneThing” each day to reduce their energy use. The OneThing site allows users to choose actions and view the effect … Continue reading →

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Rachel Carson Contest Winners 2008

Posted on October 23, 2008 by Laura B.

EPA’s Aging Initiative, Generations United, and the Rachel Carson Council, Inc. are pleased to announce the winners of this year’s Rachel Carson “A Sense of Wonder” Intergenerational Essay, Photography, and Poetry Contest. The contest was designed to increase environmental stewardship … Continue reading →

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"Extensive" Garden Roofs – A Low-Maintenance Ecological Solution

Posted on October 23, 2008 by Laura B.

Read the full story from Associated Construction Publications. The use of garden roof systems is relatively new in the U.S. However, as energy costs rise and environmental awareness increases, the idea of vegetative roofing is poised to become much more … Continue reading →

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Guide Targets Wastewater Nutrient Reduction

Posted on October 23, 2008 by Laura B.

Read the full story in Water & Wastewater News. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Office of Water has released a new guide that will help municipal and utility owners and operators, engineers, local decision makers, and state permit writers and … Continue reading →

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Group Finds Pollutants in Bottled Water; Association Says Claims Exaggerated

Posted on October 23, 2008 by Laura B.

Read the full story in Water & Wastewater News. Ten popular U.S. bottled water brands contain mixtures of 38 different pollutants, including bacteria, fertilizer, Tylenol, and industrial chemicals, some at levels no better than tap water, according to laboratory tests … Continue reading →

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EPA Names 2008 National Clean Water Act Award Winners

Posted on October 23, 2008 by Laura B.

Read the full story in Water & Wastewater News. On Oct. 20, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the 2008 National winners of the Clean Water Act Recognition Awards during the Water Environment Federation’s Technical Exposition and Conference (WEFTEC), … Continue reading →

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Changes in the Earth's Climate Could Spell Higher Costs for States

Posted on October 23, 2008 by Laura B.

Via Docuticker. Changes in the Earth’s Climate Could Spell Higher Costs for States Source: National Council of State Legislatures While the debate rages on about how to protect the planet, the changing climate may threaten some states’ economies. The National … Continue reading →

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Uncertain Future for ASHRAE Standard 189

Posted on October 23, 2008 by Laura B.

Read the full story at BuildingGreen.com. What was supposed to be a new minimum, code-enforceable standard for green buildings now faces an uncertain future. In a move that came as a surprise to its partners, the American Society of Heating, … Continue reading →

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