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Fans of "grow-local" farming get new Web site - Times Herald-Record Though it costs slightly more, locally grown food reduces the need to truck it in, reducing the amount of air pollution and dependence on oil. The food also tastes better and contains less pesticides or preservatives, thus making it healthier ... Posted on 15 March 2010 | 6:01 am |
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University of Toledo incorporates environmental designs ... - Examiner Heat islands can increase summertime peak energy demand, raise air conditioning costs, air pollution and green house gas emissions, heat-related illnesses and water quality. UT chose to use a reflective roof. Another option is living roofs. Posted on 15 March 2010 | 4:50 am |
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Neighbors take a stand on noise, odor of gas drilling - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette The committee has proposed an amendment to the local zoning ordinance aimed at regulating some of the noise, lighting, odor and air pollution impact associated with Marcellus shale gas drilling facilities. The first Marcellus shale gas well in ... Posted on 15 March 2010 | 4:43 am |
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Weld's ozone levels have been going down for years. So ... - The Tribune The plan has rankled Weld County commissioners, who say it amounts to little more than a tax on drivers that will do nothing to address the air pollution problem along the Front Range. Weld County Commissioner Sean Conway said the plan punishes Weld ... Posted on 15 March 2010 | 3:38 am |
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Billions for projects stimulate more questions than jobs - Examiner ... has three projects in this list: (#86) New jumbo recycling bins with microchips embedded inside to track participation in Ohio ($500,000) (#56) Researching the impact of air pollution combined with a high-fat diet on obesity development in Ohio ... Posted on 15 March 2010 | 3:02 am |