Koch brothers vs. a bus: Why two billionaires hate a transit project in Nashville
"A bus rapid transit project is imperiled because a couple of rich guys love meddling"
Tuesday, April 1, 2014
'Unprecedented' Ocean Temperatures on Track to Bring Death to Coral Ecosystems | Common Dreams
'Unprecedented' Ocean Temperatures on Track to Bring Death to Coral Ecosystems | Common Dreams
"An effect of this warming is an event known as coral bleaching, which often leads to the death of coral ecosystems."
"An effect of this warming is an event known as coral bleaching, which often leads to the death of coral ecosystems."
Student #WalkOut4Climate Demands Ban on Fossil Fuels | Common Dreams
Student #WalkOut4Climate Demands Ban on Fossil Fuels | Common Dreams
"Roughly 200 students from universities across Massachusetts walked out of class on Monday before rallying in front of the State House to demand that the governor commit to a "clean energy future"."
"Roughly 200 students from universities across Massachusetts walked out of class on Monday before rallying in front of the State House to demand that the governor commit to a "clean energy future"."
Ohio Senate Republicans Launch Attack On State’s Renewable Energy Law
www.thinkprogress.org/climate/2014/03/31/3420880/ohio-republicans-attack-renewable-law/
"After multiple failed attempts to roll back Ohio’s clean energy and energy efficiency standards, Republicans in the state senate aren’t giving up, releasing another bill on Friday that takes aim at the law. The measure stems from a previous bill pushed by Sen. Bill Seitz (R-Cincinnati), member of the corporate-funded, anti-clean energy group the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC)."
"After multiple failed attempts to roll back Ohio’s clean energy and energy efficiency standards, Republicans in the state senate aren’t giving up, releasing another bill on Friday that takes aim at the law. The measure stems from a previous bill pushed by Sen. Bill Seitz (R-Cincinnati), member of the corporate-funded, anti-clean energy group the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC)."
Why Are The Koch Brothers Getting Involved In Tennessee’s Bus Lines?
www.thinkprogress.org/climate/2014/04/01/3421088/koch-brothers-tennessee/
"The Tennessee Senate passed a bill last week that, if approved, would broadly ban mass transit projects in the region, an anti-transit effort that’s gotten some help in the state from Charles and David Koch."
"The Tennessee Senate passed a bill last week that, if approved, would broadly ban mass transit projects in the region, an anti-transit effort that’s gotten some help in the state from Charles and David Koch."
Monday, March 31, 2014
Win for Whales: UN Court Blasts Japan's 'Scientific' Whaling Claims | Common Dreams
Win for Whales: UN Court Blasts Japan's 'Scientific' Whaling Claims | Common Dreams
"In a decision being heralded as a win for the whales, the UN's International Court of Justice on Monday ruled that Japan's Antarctic whaling program is not for purposes of scientific research and that the country must therefore halt permits for this marine mammal-killing program."
"In a decision being heralded as a win for the whales, the UN's International Court of Justice on Monday ruled that Japan's Antarctic whaling program is not for purposes of scientific research and that the country must therefore halt permits for this marine mammal-killing program."
Sunday, March 30, 2014
Vote Big Money out of Politics | Common Dreams
Vote Big Money out of Politics | Common Dreams
"Determined to promote controversial mining projects — and to advance Gov. Scott Walker’s agenda — a group backed by the billionaire Koch brothers has waded into Tuesday’s competition for control of the Iron County Board.
With dubious “facts” and over-the-top charges, the Wisconsin chapter of Americans for Prosperity is pouring money into the county — where voter turnout in spring elections rarely tops 1,500 — for attack ads. Small-business owners, farmers and retirees who have asked sensible questions about the impact of major developments on pristine lakes, rivers, waterfalls and tourism are dismissed as “anti-mining radicals” who “just want to shut the mines down, no matter what"."
"Determined to promote controversial mining projects — and to advance Gov. Scott Walker’s agenda — a group backed by the billionaire Koch brothers has waded into Tuesday’s competition for control of the Iron County Board.
With dubious “facts” and over-the-top charges, the Wisconsin chapter of Americans for Prosperity is pouring money into the county — where voter turnout in spring elections rarely tops 1,500 — for attack ads. Small-business owners, farmers and retirees who have asked sensible questions about the impact of major developments on pristine lakes, rivers, waterfalls and tourism are dismissed as “anti-mining radicals” who “just want to shut the mines down, no matter what"."
Thursday, March 27, 2014
The Myth of Nuclear Safety: Fukushima Reveals That Nuclear Power Is Here to Stay
The Myth of Nuclear Safety: Fukushima Reveals That Nuclear Power Is Here to Stay
"One thing should be obvious - nuclear safety is no more of a factor in determining the nuclear option in the United States than it is in determining the nuclear future of Japan."
"One thing should be obvious - nuclear safety is no more of a factor in determining the nuclear option in the United States than it is in determining the nuclear future of Japan."
Wednesday, March 26, 2014
How ''Extreme Levels'' of Monsanto's Herbicide Roundup in Food Became the Industry Norm
How ''Extreme Levels'' of Monsanto's Herbicide Roundup in Food Became the Industry Norm
"Roundup Ready GM-soy accumulates residues of glyphosate and AMPA, and also differs markedly in nutritional composition compared to soybeans from other agricultural practices. Organic soybean samples also showed a more healthy nutritional profile (e.g. higher in protein and lower in saturated fatty acids) than both industrial conventional and GM soybeans."
"Roundup Ready GM-soy accumulates residues of glyphosate and AMPA, and also differs markedly in nutritional composition compared to soybeans from other agricultural practices. Organic soybean samples also showed a more healthy nutritional profile (e.g. higher in protein and lower in saturated fatty acids) than both industrial conventional and GM soybeans."
Tuesday, March 25, 2014
Migratory Birds Face Danger From Oil Spill Long After Shipping Channel Will Open
Migratory Birds Face Danger From Oil Spill Long After Shipping Channel Will Open
"Heavy fuel oil that spilled from a Kirby Inland Marine oil barge after it collided with a cargo ship on March 22, began washing up on Galveston Bay's shoreline on Sunday. The Coast Guard received its first reports of impacted birds by Sunday afternoon and the Houston Chronicle published a photo of a duck on the beach covered in oil.
There are shorebird habitats on both sides of the shipping channel, including the Bolivar Flats Shorebird Sanctuary."
"Heavy fuel oil that spilled from a Kirby Inland Marine oil barge after it collided with a cargo ship on March 22, began washing up on Galveston Bay's shoreline on Sunday. The Coast Guard received its first reports of impacted birds by Sunday afternoon and the Houston Chronicle published a photo of a duck on the beach covered in oil.
There are shorebird habitats on both sides of the shipping channel, including the Bolivar Flats Shorebird Sanctuary."
The Other Keystone XL: On the Growing Fight over Cove Point | Common Dreams
The Other Keystone XL: On the Growing Fight over Cove Point | Common Dreams
"It’s just as important to stop the building of the LNG terminal in Maryland"
"It’s just as important to stop the building of the LNG terminal in Maryland"
Scientists Gather to Finalize Dire Warning for Planet's Climate Future | Common Dreams
Scientists Gather to Finalize Dire Warning for Planet's Climate Future | Common Dreams
"The world's leading climate scientists gathered in Japan on Tuesday to begin hashing out the final details of a "grim" climate report, which both leaked drafts and those familiar with its contents say will call on policy makers to take immediate action or face a climate future that will otherwise be marked by widespread ecological and human catastrophe."
"The world's leading climate scientists gathered in Japan on Tuesday to begin hashing out the final details of a "grim" climate report, which both leaked drafts and those familiar with its contents say will call on policy makers to take immediate action or face a climate future that will otherwise be marked by widespread ecological and human catastrophe."
Ohio Pipeline Spill Twice As Large As Original Estimate
www.thinkprogress.org/climate/2014/03/25/3418592/pipeline-spill-ohio/
"20,000 gallons of crude oil spilled from a damaged pipeline into a nature reserve in southwest Ohio — double the initial estimates — according to officials with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency."
"20,000 gallons of crude oil spilled from a damaged pipeline into a nature reserve in southwest Ohio — double the initial estimates — according to officials with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency."
Soon The Ocean Will Be Generating Power Near Seattle
www.thinkprogress.org/climate/2014/03/24/3418381/puget-sound-ocean-tidal-power/
"At the end of last week, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission gave the go-ahead for a 10-year project testing our ability to generate electricity from the movement of the ocean.
The license permits Public Utility District No. 1 of Snohomish County to install two underwater turbines in the Admiralty Inlet near Seattle, Washington."
"At the end of last week, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission gave the go-ahead for a 10-year project testing our ability to generate electricity from the movement of the ocean.
The license permits Public Utility District No. 1 of Snohomish County to install two underwater turbines in the Admiralty Inlet near Seattle, Washington."
Fox Business News: Oil Spills Are A Distraction...Like Oreos?
Fox Business News: Oil Spills Are A Distraction...Like Oreos?
"168,000 gallons of heavy crude oil end up in Galveston bay this week and all Fox Business News can say is it's a distraction."
"168,000 gallons of heavy crude oil end up in Galveston bay this week and all Fox Business News can say is it's a distraction."
How a Coyote Suffered Behind the Scenes at Animal Planet
www.motherjones.com/environment/2014/03/animal-abuse-coyote-call-of-the-wildman-animal-planet
"Mother Jones has uncovered photographic evidence of mistreatment and neglect of animals behind the scenes of Animal Planet's hit reality show Call of the Wildman, a pattern first exposed in our seven-month investigation published on January 21. Additional documents we obtained also raise questions about whether the show operated in violation of Kentucky wildlife regulations."
"Mother Jones has uncovered photographic evidence of mistreatment and neglect of animals behind the scenes of Animal Planet's hit reality show Call of the Wildman, a pattern first exposed in our seven-month investigation published on January 21. Additional documents we obtained also raise questions about whether the show operated in violation of Kentucky wildlife regulations."
Fox reporter says oil spills are just ‘distractions’ — like ‘Oreos’ when you’re on diet
www.rawstory.com/rs/2014/03/24/wtf-fox-reporter-says-oil-spills-are-just-distractions-like-oreos-when-youre-on-diet/
"Fox Business reporter Tracey Byrnes asserted on Monday that oils spills were just “distractions” — like Oreo cookies — that activists used to delay building the Keystone XL pipeline in the United States."
"Fox Business reporter Tracey Byrnes asserted on Monday that oils spills were just “distractions” — like Oreo cookies — that activists used to delay building the Keystone XL pipeline in the United States."
Monday, March 24, 2014
PHOTOS: 25 Years Later, A Heartbreaking Look Back At Exxon’s Alaska Oil Spill
www.thinkprogress.org/climate/2014/03/24/3418287/exxon-valdez-25-years-later/
"It has been 25 years since that tragedy, and though the oil has largely disappeared from immediate sight, effects from Exxon Valdez linger. The government is still fighting in court for more compensation from the company that scarred a coastal ecosystem. Beaches are still drenched in subsurface oil, and mussels still hold traces of it in their shells. An industry — fishing — has still not recovered. Lives lost, human and animal alike, have not been returned."
"It has been 25 years since that tragedy, and though the oil has largely disappeared from immediate sight, effects from Exxon Valdez linger. The government is still fighting in court for more compensation from the company that scarred a coastal ecosystem. Beaches are still drenched in subsurface oil, and mussels still hold traces of it in their shells. An industry — fishing — has still not recovered. Lives lost, human and animal alike, have not been returned."
Fossil Fuel Industry 25 Years After the Exxon Valdez: Still Reckless After All These Years | Common Dreams
Fossil Fuel Industry 25 Years After the Exxon Valdez: Still Reckless After All These Years | Common Dreams
"Today marks the 25th anniversary of the Exxon Valdez oil spill, one of the largest human-caused catastrophes in our history. Since then, the oil and gas industry has continued its quest to squeeze as many fossil fuels from the ground as possible, with little regard for public safety and the environment."
"Today marks the 25th anniversary of the Exxon Valdez oil spill, one of the largest human-caused catastrophes in our history. Since then, the oil and gas industry has continued its quest to squeeze as many fossil fuels from the ground as possible, with little regard for public safety and the environment."
Heavy Crude Spill Hits Direct Path of Migrating Birds | Common Dreams
Heavy Crude Spill Hits Direct Path of Migrating Birds | Common Dreams
"A major Texas shipping waterway stayed mostly closed Monday, three days after a weekend barge collision sent thousands of barrels of thick tar-like oil spilling into the ocean, polluting an important migration route for tens of thousands of birds."
"A major Texas shipping waterway stayed mostly closed Monday, three days after a weekend barge collision sent thousands of barrels of thick tar-like oil spilling into the ocean, polluting an important migration route for tens of thousands of birds."
How The Koch Brothers Are Hacking Science
www.talkingpointsmemo.com/cafe/how-the-koch-brothers-are-hacking-science
"BHI has worked closely with the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC), a corporate-funded network of ultra-conservative legislators and policy analysts, which drafts and advocates laws that will push state policies to the right."
"BHI has worked closely with the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC), a corporate-funded network of ultra-conservative legislators and policy analysts, which drafts and advocates laws that will push state policies to the right."
Radiation Leak at New Mexico Nuclear Waste Storage Site Highlights Problems
Radiation Leak at New Mexico Nuclear Waste Storage Site Highlights Problems
"Experts have told Truthout that radiation leaks from the facility are "a troubling sign" and expressed concern about the future of storing radioactive material at the site, which is near Carlsbad, New Mexico. WIPP receives 17 to 19 shipments every week from sites around the country, including Los Alamos, New Mexico, and installations in Idaho, Illinois and South Carolina."
"Experts have told Truthout that radiation leaks from the facility are "a troubling sign" and expressed concern about the future of storing radioactive material at the site, which is near Carlsbad, New Mexico. WIPP receives 17 to 19 shipments every week from sites around the country, including Los Alamos, New Mexico, and installations in Idaho, Illinois and South Carolina."
Saturday, March 22, 2014
Boston Endangered: Time To Close the Pilgrim Reactor
Boston Endangered: Time To Close the Pilgrim Reactor
"All 15 Cape Cod towns have called for Pilgrim's closure. It's time for Boston and its suburbs to join them in that effort - and for people who reside near other aging nuclear plants to take notice."
"All 15 Cape Cod towns have called for Pilgrim's closure. It's time for Boston and its suburbs to join them in that effort - and for people who reside near other aging nuclear plants to take notice."
World Water Day: Getting More Crop Per Drop During an Epic Drought
www.alternet.org/environment/world-water-day-getting-more-crop-drop
"America's breadbasket is facing its worst drought since records began and must rethink irrigation and crop production to help conserve water."
"America's breadbasket is facing its worst drought since records began and must rethink irrigation and crop production to help conserve water."
Friday, March 21, 2014
Idaho Lawmakers Green-Light Legislation to 'Wipe Out' Wolves | Common Dreams
Idaho Lawmakers Green-Light Legislation to 'Wipe Out' Wolves | Common Dreams
"Legislation "has put a black eye on decades of tireless work to return wolves to the American landscape"."
"Legislation "has put a black eye on decades of tireless work to return wolves to the American landscape"."
Duke Energy Busted After Activists’ Red Flag | Common Dreams
Duke Energy Busted After Activists’ Red Flag | Common Dreams
"Rachel Maddow follows up on a report from earlier in the week about environmental activists who accused a Duke Energy power plant of dumping toxic liquid into public waterway, that has prompted state officials cite Duke Energy for violations."
"Rachel Maddow follows up on a report from earlier in the week about environmental activists who accused a Duke Energy power plant of dumping toxic liquid into public waterway, that has prompted state officials cite Duke Energy for violations."
Cleaning Up Climate Change Polluting Is Cheaper and Easier than We Thought | Common Dreams
Cleaning Up Climate Change Polluting Is Cheaper and Easier than We Thought | Common Dreams
"This week another group of esteemed scientists said that climate change poses a dire threat to our communities. New evidence also confirmed that one of the best tools for defusing this threat is within reach. On Thursday NRDC released a report showing that the United States can cut more carbon pollution from power plants at less cost than previously thought."
"This week another group of esteemed scientists said that climate change poses a dire threat to our communities. New evidence also confirmed that one of the best tools for defusing this threat is within reach. On Thursday NRDC released a report showing that the United States can cut more carbon pollution from power plants at less cost than previously thought."
Duke Energy Busted In North Carolina For Pumping Coal-Ash Water Into River
Duke Energy Busted In North Carolina For Pumping Coal-Ash Water Into River
"Duke has 30 days to appeal but are facing fines of nearly $3 million for their latest malfeasance. Governor Pat McCrory, who used to be an executive at Duke, was seeking damage of just $99,000 for their earlier mess."
"Duke has 30 days to appeal but are facing fines of nearly $3 million for their latest malfeasance. Governor Pat McCrory, who used to be an executive at Duke, was seeking damage of just $99,000 for their earlier mess."
The danger in your antibacterial soap
The danger in your antibacterial soap
"In the absence of FDA regulations, it’s up to consumers to watch out for triclosan"
"In the absence of FDA regulations, it’s up to consumers to watch out for triclosan"
US Sailors and Marines Allege Fukushima Radiation Sickness | Common Dreams
US Sailors and Marines Allege Fukushima Radiation Sickness | Common Dreams
"Three years have passed since the earthquake and tsunami that caused the nuclear disaster at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant in Japan. The tsunami’s immediate death toll was more than 15,000, with close to 3,000 still missing. Casualties are still mounting, though, both in Japan and much farther away. The impact of the Fukushima nuclear meltdown on health and the environment is severe, compounded daily as radioactive pollution continues to pour from the site, owned by the Tokyo Electric Power Company, TEPCO."
"Three years have passed since the earthquake and tsunami that caused the nuclear disaster at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant in Japan. The tsunami’s immediate death toll was more than 15,000, with close to 3,000 still missing. Casualties are still mounting, though, both in Japan and much farther away. The impact of the Fukushima nuclear meltdown on health and the environment is severe, compounded daily as radioactive pollution continues to pour from the site, owned by the Tokyo Electric Power Company, TEPCO."
Thursday, March 20, 2014
Koch Brothers Are The Largest Land Owners Of Canada’s Tar Sands
www.thinkprogress.org/climate/2014/03/20/3417175/koch-brothers-are-largest-land-owners-of-canadas-tar-sands/
"A Koch Industries subsidiary holds leases on 1.1 million acres in the northern Alberta oil sands, an area nearly the size of Delaware."
"A Koch Industries subsidiary holds leases on 1.1 million acres in the northern Alberta oil sands, an area nearly the size of Delaware."
Japanese Government Squelching Efforts To Measure Fukushima Meltdown
Japanese Government Squelching Efforts To Measure Fukushima Meltdown
"Tokyo - In the chaotic, fearful weeks after the Fukushima nuclear crisis began, in March 2011, researchers struggled to measure the radioactive fallout unleashed on the public. Aoyama Michio’s initial findings were more startling than most. As a senior scientist at the Japanese government’s Meteorological Research Institute, he said levels of radioactive cesium 137 in the surface water of the Pacific Ocean could be 10,000 times as high as contamination after Chernobyl, the world’s worst nuclear accident."
"Tokyo - In the chaotic, fearful weeks after the Fukushima nuclear crisis began, in March 2011, researchers struggled to measure the radioactive fallout unleashed on the public. Aoyama Michio’s initial findings were more startling than most. As a senior scientist at the Japanese government’s Meteorological Research Institute, he said levels of radioactive cesium 137 in the surface water of the Pacific Ocean could be 10,000 times as high as contamination after Chernobyl, the world’s worst nuclear accident."
Wednesday, March 19, 2014
Why Harvard Must Divest From Fossil Fuels: A Student’s Open Letter | The Nation
Why Harvard Must Divest From Fossil Fuels: A Student’s Open Letter | The Nation
"The movement for fossil-fuel divestment has swelled to what an Oxford University study calls the fastest-growing divestment movement in history, one with the potential to shift the political ground beneath the fossil-fuel lobby’s feet."
"The movement for fossil-fuel divestment has swelled to what an Oxford University study calls the fastest-growing divestment movement in history, one with the potential to shift the political ground beneath the fossil-fuel lobby’s feet."
The Great American 'Toxic Chemical' Experiment | Common Dreams
The Great American 'Toxic Chemical' Experiment | Common Dreams
"Typically, most of us are exposed to low levels of a wide variety of the chemicals in our lives — from paint, carpet, food, food containers, air, water, and more. If, after 60 years, you get sick, it’s hard to say what caused it."
"Typically, most of us are exposed to low levels of a wide variety of the chemicals in our lives — from paint, carpet, food, food containers, air, water, and more. If, after 60 years, you get sick, it’s hard to say what caused it."
Tuesday, March 18, 2014
Pipeline Leak Fouls Nature Preserve | Common Dreams
Pipeline Leak Fouls Nature Preserve | Common Dreams
"A nature preserve in Ohio has added its name to the long list of victims of oil spills."
"A nature preserve in Ohio has added its name to the long list of victims of oil spills."
Monday, March 17, 2014
Warming Melts Last Stable Edge Of Greenland Icesheet
Warming Melts Last Stable Edge Of Greenland Icesheet
"The last edge of the Greenland ice sheet that had resisted global warming has now become unstable, adding billions of tonnes of meltwater to rising seas, scientists said on Sunday."
"The last edge of the Greenland ice sheet that had resisted global warming has now become unstable, adding billions of tonnes of meltwater to rising seas, scientists said on Sunday."
Sunday, March 16, 2014
Ten Reasons Why Nukes Are Nuts
Ten Reasons Why Nukes Are Nuts
"A single nuclear weapon can destroy a city. A few nuclear weapons can destroy a country. A relatively small regional nuclear war can cause a nuclear famine, taking 2 billion lives globally. An all-out nuclear war could end civilization and cause the extinction of most complex life on the planet."
"A single nuclear weapon can destroy a city. A few nuclear weapons can destroy a country. A relatively small regional nuclear war can cause a nuclear famine, taking 2 billion lives globally. An all-out nuclear war could end civilization and cause the extinction of most complex life on the planet."
Council to ask for more radiation testing - Fairbanks Daily News-Miner: Local News
Council to ask for more radiation testing - Fairbanks Daily News-Miner: Local News
"At the urging of a concerned citizen, the council will consider a resolution tonight that calls on the federal government and United Nations to do more radiation testing in Alaska waters. It asserts that health risks related to nuclear meltdown have been vastly understated and are linked for the deaths of 20,000 Americans in the weeks after the meltdown."
"At the urging of a concerned citizen, the council will consider a resolution tonight that calls on the federal government and United Nations to do more radiation testing in Alaska waters. It asserts that health risks related to nuclear meltdown have been vastly understated and are linked for the deaths of 20,000 Americans in the weeks after the meltdown."
Friday, March 14, 2014
North Carolina Colluded With Duke Energy to Block Green Groups: Internal Docs | Common Dreams
North Carolina Colluded With Duke Energy to Block Green Groups: Internal Docs | Common Dreams
"Internal emails released Thursday by environmental lawyers confirm what activists have long charged: the North Carolina authorities tasked with regulating Duke Energy — the company responsible for the Dan River coal ash disaster — have been colluding with the corporation behind closed doors to undermine concerned environmental groups."
"Internal emails released Thursday by environmental lawyers confirm what activists have long charged: the North Carolina authorities tasked with regulating Duke Energy — the company responsible for the Dan River coal ash disaster — have been colluding with the corporation behind closed doors to undermine concerned environmental groups."
Now You Can Walk Into A Best Buy And Get A Solar System For Your Home
www.thinkprogress.org/climate/2014/03/12/3395101/best-buy-solar-system-leasing/
"SolarCity and Best Buy have just announced a deal allowing customers to get low-cost and low-hassle solar power for their homes.
It’s what’s called a third party leasing agreement. Rather than purchasing a solar array outright, they lease the system from the provider — SolarCity, in this case. It’s just that the system is installed on the roof of the homeowner. The benefit for the customer is they don’t have to worry about installation and maintenance — the provider handles that — and there are no big upfront costs. The customer just pays the provider a set amount each month for the electricity, and that cost is usually slightly lower than the going market rate."
"SolarCity and Best Buy have just announced a deal allowing customers to get low-cost and low-hassle solar power for their homes.
It’s what’s called a third party leasing agreement. Rather than purchasing a solar array outright, they lease the system from the provider — SolarCity, in this case. It’s just that the system is installed on the roof of the homeowner. The benefit for the customer is they don’t have to worry about installation and maintenance — the provider handles that — and there are no big upfront costs. The customer just pays the provider a set amount each month for the electricity, and that cost is usually slightly lower than the going market rate."
New Jersey Banned Tesla To Help Out Car Dealers
www.thinkprogress.org/climate/2014/03/12/3395091/new-jersey-banned-tesla/
"New Jersey regulators caved to pressure from car dealers and decided on Tuesday to ban automakers that want to sell directly to customers from doing so in the state. The New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission rushed through a rule change and voted 6-0 to adopt this new regulation that mandates that all new car dealers get a franchise agreement if they want a state license to sell cars in New Jersey."
"New Jersey regulators caved to pressure from car dealers and decided on Tuesday to ban automakers that want to sell directly to customers from doing so in the state. The New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission rushed through a rule change and voted 6-0 to adopt this new regulation that mandates that all new car dealers get a franchise agreement if they want a state license to sell cars in New Jersey."
The West's Coming Tragedy of the Commons
The West's Coming Tragedy of the Commons
"The severe droughts now affecting California and the Colorado River basin suggest that we may be at a tipping point in our ability to continue to manage the water systems that are needed to power agriculture and support Western development."
"The severe droughts now affecting California and the Colorado River basin suggest that we may be at a tipping point in our ability to continue to manage the water systems that are needed to power agriculture and support Western development."
Contaminated Water Supplies, Health Concerns Accumulate With Fracking Boom in Pennsylvania
Contaminated Water Supplies, Health Concerns Accumulate With Fracking Boom in Pennsylvania
"As the first official research is published that confirms water contamination by hydraulic fracturing, an alarming amount and array of hazardous chemicals and compounds - including arsenic, chloride, barium and radium - are found in Pennsylvania groundwater."
"As the first official research is published that confirms water contamination by hydraulic fracturing, an alarming amount and array of hazardous chemicals and compounds - including arsenic, chloride, barium and radium - are found in Pennsylvania groundwater."
Thursday, March 13, 2014
Fracking Chemicals May Not Stay Secret For Much Longer | Common Dreams
Fracking Chemicals May Not Stay Secret For Much Longer | Common Dreams
"The concoction of chemicals used in the oil and gas drilling process known as 'fracking' may not be kept a "trade secret" for much longer, following a ruling by the Wyoming Supreme Court on Wednesday."
"The concoction of chemicals used in the oil and gas drilling process known as 'fracking' may not be kept a "trade secret" for much longer, following a ruling by the Wyoming Supreme Court on Wednesday."
The Pesticide Industry vs. Consumers: Not a Fair Fight | The Nation
The Pesticide Industry vs. Consumers: Not a Fair Fight | The Nation
"By pouring money into politics, pesticide companies have beat back attempts to protect the public."
"By pouring money into politics, pesticide companies have beat back attempts to protect the public."
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