Topic: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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Five ways Americans can save water through food choices
As eaters and consumers, Americans can profoundly reduce water waste and water consumption through the food choices they make. Here are five ways American food consumers can help save water.
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The Monitor's top 11 US stories of 2012
From storms to politics, the year was a wild ride. What are the most meaningful US stories of 2012? Here's the Monitor's list, in roughly chronological order.
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Obama vs. Romney 101: 7 ways they differ on energy issues
Both President Obama and Mitt Romney claim to want to expand America’s access to conventional fuels and green energy. But their energy plans have very different flavors.
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Four gambits Obama could try to boost election prospects
President Obama got big headlines – and a political bounce – from his new policy protecting some young illegal immigrants from deportation and offering them temporary work permits. By a 2-to-1 margin, likely American voters support the move, according to a Bloomberg poll. So what other potential gambits does Mr. Obama have in his hip pocket, especially if he needs another jolt before Election Day? Here are four.
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7 ways to trim your summer energy bill
Summer solstice is here, and your home energy costs will rise right along with the temperature. Here are seven easy ways to keep cool and save money on your energy bill.
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Earth Talk: Where can I find a 'green' computer?
Pressure from interest groups has made computermakers better ecocitizens, but more needs to be done.
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EPA scientists report political interference
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Why national parks, coal-fired power plants may be neighbors
Air-quality experts worry that proposed changes to clean-air regulations may allow developers to build the plants near pristine areas.
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Why national parks, coal-fired power plants may be neighbors
Air-quality experts worry that proposed changes to clean-air regulations may allow developers to build the plants near pristine areas.
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Bush's climate goals vague – but a start
His call for US emissions to stabilize by 2025 marks a policy change, but is still behind other nations.
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How Earth Day became … so everyday
At 38, an activist event has become an occasion for noting widespread practices – and for eyeing new concerns.
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Costa Rica sees tourism's environmental dark side
Lax regulations have allowed development to surge to the breaking point.
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How Earth Day became … so everyday
At 38, an activist event has become an occasion for noting widespread practices – and for eyeing new concerns.
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Costa Rica sees tourism's environmental dark side
Lax regulations have allowed development to surge to the breaking point.
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Opinion: How green is your presidential candidate?
Who they'd appoint as judges may matter most.
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Should localities be allowed to go it alone?
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Bush's 'caution' on CO2 seen as 'foot-dragging' by critics
Supreme Court has ruled that EPA can regulate greenhouse-gas emissions from cars, but administration says deliberation needed.
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Bush's 'caution' on CO2 seen as 'foot-dragging' by critics
Supreme Court has ruled that EPA can regulate greenhouse-gas emissions from cars, but administration says deliberation needed.
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Fuel does double duty in N.Y.
Efficient cogeneration units produce electricity as well as heat.
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How much will it cost to fix the climate? The numbers vary.
Even when experts look at the same data, they can come to vastly different conclusions.
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How much will it cost to fix the climate? The numbers vary.
Even when experts look at the same data, they can come to vastly different conclusions.
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Fuel does double duty in N.Y.
Efficient cogeneration units produce electricity as well as heat
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Fuel does double duty in N.Y.
Efficient cogeneration units produce electricity as well as heat.
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EPA acts on 'toxic' ship
Agency cites Baltimore firms for violating US environmental law, says it was not informed of owners' intent.
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$10 million quest for a practical 100-mpg car
Small innovators rule so far in the entries for the Progressive Automotive X Prize for the most fuel-efficient car.
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$10 million quest for a practical 100-mpg car
Small innovators rule so far in the entries for the Progressive Automotive X Prize for the most fuel-efficient car.
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$10 million quest for a practical 100-mpg car
Small innovators rule so far in the entries for the Progressive Automotive X Prize for the most fuel-efficient car.
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Water shortages affect food, transit, security
A thousand tons of water produces just one ton of grain.
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Water shortages affect food, transit, security
A thousand tons of water produces just one ton of grain.
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