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- December 15, 2010
In response to a USA TODAY investigation, the EPA and states are finding lead poisoning risks around several old factory sites in neighborhoods where children play. USA Today, 10/14/2012
READ MOREThe federal Environmental Protection Agency has declared tetrachlorethylene, or PERC, a chemical used by many dry cleaners, a likely human carcinogen. “The evidence against this ubiquitous dry cleaning chemical piled up for years, like dirty laundry in the corner of the room,” said David Andrews, Ph.D., a senior scientist with Environmental Working Group. “It’s encouraging
READ MOREA recent study from researchers at UCLA found that businesses that follow "green" standards have employees that are 16% more productive than less sustainable companies. Apparently, if a company is trying to be better for the planet, its workers will strive to be better for the company. Fast Co.Exist, 9/19/2012
READ MOREThe Daily Green The Daily Green is a great resource for up-to-date news on the environment and on what people are doing to live “greener” lifestyles. Mother Nature Network The mission of Mother Nature Network (MNN) can be found at the top of every page on their site: “Improve Your World.” But while many sites
READ MOREThe Environmental Media Association has recognized six Hollywood productions for spreading the word about going green. Justin Timberlake accepted EMA's Futures Award for his ecological efforts, which include advocacy for environmental issues, greening his concert tours and the eco-friendly golf course he owns near Memphis, Tennessee. Yahoo! News/ AP, 10/16/2011
READ MOREFor the amount of publicity entertainers get, they don’t always use it for good causes. But these entertainers get ready to perform for a charity that promotes anti-bullying. Look To The Stars, 8/24/2011
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