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Posted by USDA's National Invasive Species Information Center -- i MapInvasives: Geotracking invasive exotic species i MapInvasives is a tool to serve the needs of land managers, regional planners and others working to prevent, control or manage invasive species. A consortium was formed to…
Posted by USDA's National Invasive Species Information Center -- Federal and State Officials Announce Tree Survey Efforts in Ohio Due to the Discovery of Asian Longhorned Beetle: Area Residents Are Encouraged to Report Any Signs of ALB And to Avoid Moving Firewood (Jun 17, 2011) In Jun 2011, the…
Posted by USDA's National Invasive Species Information Center -- USDA Urges Residents to be on the Lookout for the Asian Longhorned Beetle: Beetles Expected to Emerge in July (Jun 29, 2011) APHIS is asking for the public's help in detecting and preventing the spread of Asian Longhorned…
Posted by USDA's National Invasive Species Information Center -- EPA Approves Two Insecticides for Control of Invasive Stink Bug (Jun 30, 2011) EPA has approved for emergency use, the insecticide dinotefuran (trade names Venom and Scorpion) on tree fruit to help manage populations of the brown…
Posted by USDA's National Invasive Species Information Center -- Sixth Continental Dialogue Meeting Oct 5-6, 2010 Brandeis University Waltham, Massachusetts On Oct 5-6, 2010, a diverse group of over 110 representatives from state, federal, and municipal agencies; private business and industry;…
WASHINGTON -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to adopt new air pollution standards for engines used primarily in large commercial aircraft, including 737s, 747s, and 767s
(New York, N.Y.) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has reached an agreement with the homebuilder D.R. Horton, LLC for violations of federal regulations that protect against pollution from stormwater runoff. Under the agreement, D.R. Horton will pay a $99,000 penalty
(New York, N.Y.) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has reached an agreement with the homebuilder D.R. Horton, LLC for violations of federal regulations that protect against pollution from stormwater runoff. Under the agreement, D.R. Horton will pay a $99,000 penalty
Each week we write about the science behind environmental protection. Previous Science Wednesdays.By Chris CraneI was born in the late 80’s and like many other members of my generation I often dismiss the idea that there are any challenges in this decade that compare to John F. Kennedy’s 1962…
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing new safeguards for recycling hazardous materials to protect public health and the environment
(New York, N.Y.) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency today announced a proposed plan to clean up the ground water at the NL Industries, Inc. Superfund site in Pedricktown, New Jersey that is contaminated with heavy metals, including lead and cadmium
(New York, N.Y.) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency today announced a proposed plan to clean up the ground water at the NL Industries, Inc. Superfund site in Pedricktown, New Jersey that is contaminated with heavy metals, including lead and cadmium
By Kasia BroussalianIt was Day One. Jammed into the front seat, bumping along a broken Nicaraguan highway at breakneck speeds, I miserably watched my duffle bag, with two weeks’ worth of clothes and camping gear, fall off the truck, and plummet down the mountain, never to be seen again.I think…
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…
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
(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