WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–June 2, 2014. Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz issued the following statement today on the EPA’s proposed new rules for existing power plants: “The EPA’s proposed new rules for existing power plants are a critical step toward addressing climate change. This common-sense approach will reduce carbon emissions while also giving states[Read More…]
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EPA Proposes First Guidelines to Cut Carbon Pollution from Existing Power Plants
Clean Power Plan is flexible proposal to ensure a healthier environment, spur innovation and strengthen the economy WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–June 2, 2014. At the direction of President Obama and after an unprecedented outreach effort, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is today releasing the Clean Power Planproposal, which for the first time cuts[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Proclaims June ‘Leave No Child Inside’ Month in Illinois
Encourages Youth and Families to Get Outdoors and Get Active this Summer CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–June 1, 2014. Governor Pat Quinn today proclaimed June as “Leave No Child Inside” month in Illinois, and encouraged families to spend time outdoors enjoying recreation opportunities, activities and events throughout the state. “Following the harsh winter, our[Read More…]
Interior Secretary Jewell Announces Award of First Oil and Gas Leases in Gulf of Mexico Subject to U.S.–Mexico Transboundary Hydrocarbons Agreement
WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–May 30, 2014. As part of President Obama’s all-of-the-above energy strategy to continue to expand safe and responsible domestic energy production, Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell and Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) Acting Director Walter Cruickshank today announced the award of the first three oil and gas[Read More…]
EPA and Reckitt Benckiser Inc. Reach Agreement to Cancel Certain Rodenticide Products
WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–May 30, 2014. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has reached agreement with Reckitt Benckiser Inc. to cancel 12 d-CON mouse and rat poison products that do not currently comply with EPA safety standards. “Millions of households use mouse and rat poison products each year. Canceling these products will help[Read More…]
FDA Approves First Generic Versions of Arthritis Drug Celecoxib
Silver Spring, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–May 30, 2014. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved the first generic versions of Celebrex (celecoxib) capsules, a treatment for rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, short-term (acute) pain, and other conditions. Teva Pharmaceutical Industries received approval to market celecoxib capsules in 50 milligram, 100 mg, 200 mg, and[Read More…]
CDC Awards $19.5 Million to Prevention Research Centers Nationwide
Awardees to conduct innovative public health prevention research to reduce health disparities Atlanta, GA–(ENEWSPF)–May 30, 2014. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has awarded $19.5 million to 26 academic institutions in 25 states to study how people and their communities can avoid or counter the risks for chronic illnesses,[Read More…]
Center for Reproductive Rights Commemorates Work and Legacy of Dr. George Tiller
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–May 30, 2014. On the fifth anniversary of the murder of the Kansas reproductive health care provider Dr. George Tiller at the hands of an anti-choice activist, the Center for Reproductive Rights remembers his legacy as a fearless defender of women’s fundamental health and rights, providing abortion care despite[Read More…]
Metra, Northwestern Medicine and American Heart Association Team Up on Lifesaving Tips
CPR and AED Demonstrations at Metra Stations CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 30, 2014. Metra, Northwestern Medicine® and the American Heart Association are teaming up to provide lifesaving demonstrations at several Metra stations as well as all downtown Chicago stations, on Wednesday, June 4, 2014, during morning rush hour. Metra customers will get a[Read More…]
Groups Challenge EPA Failure to Protect Children from Pesticides
After five years, EPA takes no additional action to protect children from pesticide spray drift EPA has failed to protect children from pesticides when they drift from treated fields into nearby yards, homes, schools, parks and daycare centers. Rob Marmion / Shutterstock San Francisco, CA–(ENEWSPF)–May 30, 2014. Environmental, health, and[Read More…]
