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By Jeanethe FalveySo I have a question.When was the last time you felt tree bark? Really, actually, felt it.On my way home last night, as the subway screeched its way through the underworld, I was thinking about this and wondering if we highly evolved humans can even see the forest for the trees…
(Seattle - July 1, 2011) Today, EPA released draft air quality permits for Shell Oil Company's exploratory oil drilling operations in Alaska's Arctic Outer Continental Shelf consistent with the work schedule that EPA has been pursuing for several months
By Cameron DavisA couple of weeks ago I took my 5 year-old son to one of my favorite beaches on the Great Lakes. Though outside it was pushing a muggy 95 degrees, the water temperature wasn’t even 60. But, the frigidity didn’t keep him from jumping into the waves. He played. He laughed. He…
When it comes to climate, Western governors know that access to timely and accurate information saves lives and property and helps local businesses.
PHILADELPHIA (June 30, 2011) – The summer heat is here. To help you and your family stay cool, comfortable and save energy, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Energy Star program suggests a few simple steps
WASHINGTON – The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is providing tips to protect people from the dangers of overexposure to the sun and heat while still enjoying summer activities. Excessive heat and ultraviolet (UV) radiation are dangerous to people’s health
NOAA today announced quotas and other measures for bluefin tuna that underscore the nation’s commitment to sustainable science-based management of this vital fish stock. The allocations divide the available 2011 U.S. bluefin tuna quota of 957 metric tons among commercial and recreational fishing…
(New York, N.Y.) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency today unveiled upstate New York’s first ultra-low emission locomotive at a railroad yard in Selkirk, N.Y
By Nancy StonerAs I flew over Alaska, I was struck by the vast beauty of this pristine and unspoiled land. From my perch in the helicopter, looking over the complex waterscape of lakes, wetlands, winding rivers and streams, I encountered a unique ecosystem that led to an equally unique way of life…
First in nation rules for one million existing diesel trucks and buses to prevent 3,500 deaths annually (06/29/11) SAN FRANCISCO - The U.S
Jahanbin Gandomcar and Gandomcar Properties, LLC to correct environmental damages (Denver, Colorado – June 29, 2011) The U.S
Environmental News FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Kansas City, Kan., June 29, 2011) - EPA has approved Iowa’s list of impaired waters, which removes 56 waters from the previous impaired waters list and adds 103 waters. Today’s decision brings the total number of impaired waters in the state to 474
(New York, N.Y.) The U.S
According to the 1981-2010 normals to be released by NOAA’s National Climatic Data Center (NCDC) on July 1, temperatures across the United States were on average, approximately 0.5 degree F warmer than the 1971-2000 time period.
Each week we write about the science behind environmental protection. Previous Science Wednesdays.By Sarah BlauA few weeks ago my eyes wouldn’t stop itching. That intense, burning itch you know you shouldn’t scratch, but eventually you do. My irritated eyes were telling me that something was…
Posted by USDA's National Invasive Species Information Center -- Road Map to 2015: A Strategic Plan for Plant Protection & Quarantine (2011) Final plan released following public comment period and final review. The team developing the plan identified patterns and trends that could impact…
Posted by USDA's National Invasive Species Information Center -- New Invasive Species Conferences added, including : Invasive Plant Management Workshop - Preventing and Managing Invasive Plants in the Pacific Northwest -- Jul 11, 2011 in Everett, WA Invasive Plant Management Workshop -…
Posted by USDA's National Invasive Species Information Center -- Students To Compete in First National WeedOlympics (May 11, 2011) This summer teams of students from universities across the nation will gather in Knoxville, TN for the WeedOlympics - an event sponsored by the Northeastern, North…
Posted by USDA's National Invasive Species Information Center -- New Research Facility Will Help Safeguard the Supply of Global Wheat Crops (Jun 13, 2011) A new 2,880-square-foot greenhouse that will play a key role in helping researchers combat Ug99, a relatively new race of wheat stem rust to…
By Jeanethe FalveySo I have a question.When was the last time you felt tree bark? Really, actually, felt it.On my way home last night, as the subway screeched its way through the underworld, I was thinking about this and wondering if we highly evolved humans can even see the forest for the trees…
(Seattle - July 1, 2011) Today, EPA released draft air quality permits for Shell Oil Company's exploratory oil drilling operations in Alaska's Arctic Outer Continental Shelf consistent with the work schedule that EPA has been pursuing for several months
By Cameron DavisA couple of weeks ago I took my 5 year-old son to one of my favorite beaches on the Great Lakes. Though outside it was pushing a muggy 95 degrees, the water temperature wasn’t even 60. But, the frigidity didn’t keep him from jumping into the waves. He played. He laughed. He…
When it comes to climate, Western governors know that access to timely and accurate information saves lives and property and helps local businesses.
PHILADELPHIA (June 30, 2011) – The summer heat is here. To help you and your family stay cool, comfortable and save energy, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Energy Star program suggests a few simple steps
WASHINGTON – The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is providing tips to protect people from the dangers of overexposure to the sun and heat while still enjoying summer activities. Excessive heat and ultraviolet (UV) radiation are dangerous to people’s health
NOAA today announced quotas and other measures for bluefin tuna that underscore the nation’s commitment to sustainable science-based management of this vital fish stock. The allocations divide the available 2011 U.S. bluefin tuna quota of 957 metric tons among commercial and recreational fishing…
(New York, N.Y.) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency today unveiled upstate New York’s first ultra-low emission locomotive at a railroad yard in Selkirk, N.Y
By Nancy StonerAs I flew over Alaska, I was struck by the vast beauty of this pristine and unspoiled land. From my perch in the helicopter, looking over the complex waterscape of lakes, wetlands, winding rivers and streams, I encountered a unique ecosystem that led to an equally unique way of life…
First in nation rules for one million existing diesel trucks and buses to prevent 3,500 deaths annually (06/29/11) SAN FRANCISCO - The U.S
Jahanbin Gandomcar and Gandomcar Properties, LLC to correct environmental damages (Denver, Colorado – June 29, 2011) The U.S
Environmental News FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Kansas City, Kan., June 29, 2011) - EPA has approved Iowa’s list of impaired waters, which removes 56 waters from the previous impaired waters list and adds 103 waters. Today’s decision brings the total number of impaired waters in the state to 474
(New York, N.Y.) The U.S
According to the 1981-2010 normals to be released by NOAA’s National Climatic Data Center (NCDC) on July 1, temperatures across the United States were on average, approximately 0.5 degree F warmer than the 1971-2000 time period.
Each week we write about the science behind environmental protection. Previous Science Wednesdays.By Sarah BlauA few weeks ago my eyes wouldn’t stop itching. That intense, burning itch you know you shouldn’t scratch, but eventually you do. My irritated eyes were telling me that something was…
Posted by USDA's National Invasive Species Information Center -- Road Map to 2015: A Strategic Plan for Plant Protection & Quarantine (2011) Final plan released following public comment period and final review. The team developing the plan identified patterns and trends that could impact…
Posted by USDA's National Invasive Species Information Center -- New Invasive Species Conferences added, including : Invasive Plant Management Workshop - Preventing and Managing Invasive Plants in the Pacific Northwest -- Jul 11, 2011 in Everett, WA Invasive Plant Management Workshop -…
Posted by USDA's National Invasive Species Information Center -- Students To Compete in First National WeedOlympics (May 11, 2011) This summer teams of students from universities across the nation will gather in Knoxville, TN for the WeedOlympics - an event sponsored by the Northeastern, North…
Posted by USDA's National Invasive Species Information Center -- New Research Facility Will Help Safeguard the Supply of Global Wheat Crops (Jun 13, 2011) A new 2,880-square-foot greenhouse that will play a key role in helping researchers combat Ug99, a relatively new race of wheat stem rust to…