Comprehensive study developed by Interior and seven basin states looks at water supply and demand over the next 50 years; includes range of proposed strategies from stakeholders to mitigate projected imbalances WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–December 13, 2012. Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar yesterday announced the release of a study – authorized[Read More…]
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Beaks Show Why ‘Sister’ Species Don’t Live Together
UK–(ENEWSPF)–13 December 2012. A study of closely-related bird species has found that they do not coexist in the same region because they remain too ecologically similar and will out-compete each other, not because of geographical barriers or unsuitable habitats. Oxford University scientists examined ‘sister’ species – species that are each[Read More…]
Lake Tahoe Protections Abandoned by Tahoe Regional Planning Agency
Local jurisdictions given authority to approve commercial development South Lake Tahoe, CA–(ENEWSPF)–December 13, 2012. Lake Tahoe took a body blow yesterday, as the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency handed off responsibilities for basin protections to local governments by issuing a greatly weakened new regional plan. The new plan allows increased development[Read More…]
Study: Cannabis Associated With Lower Diabetes Risk
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–December 13, 2012. by Paul Armentano, NORML Deputy Director Adults with a history of marijuana use have a lower prevalence of type 2 diabetes and possess a lower risk of contracting the disease than those with no history of cannabis consumption, according to clinical trial data published in the[Read More…]
Energy Department Announces New Investments in Pioneering U.S. Offshore Wind Projects
WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–December 13, 2012. Underscoring the Obama Administration’s all-of-the-above strategy to develop more secure, domestic energy sources and strengthen American competitiveness in the global market, U.S. Energy Secretary Steven Chu yesterday announced seven offshore wind awards for projects in Maine, New Jersey, Ohio, Oregon, Texas and Virginia. As part of the[Read More…]
Task Force on Children Exposed to Violence Presents Final Findings, Recommendations to Attorney General
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–December 12, 2012. Attorney General Eric Holder’s Task Force on Children Exposed to Violence today presented its final report and policy recommendations gathered from public hearings held across the country over the past year. The task force report includes 56 recommendations and highlights the importance of identifying children who[Read More…]
Bill Will Erode EPA’s Independent Scientific Oversight
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–December 12, 2012. A recent bill introduced in Congress aims to radically alter notions of conflict of interest and would severely hamper the ability of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Science Advisory Board (EPA SAB) to reach independent and objective scientific conclusions that can form the basis of policy[Read More…]
Holiday Party Hints for Avoiding Food Poisoning
The Do’s and Don’ts when it comes to holiday gatherings SPRINGFIELD—(EN EWSPF)—December 11, 2012. Fancy dips, tempting hors d’oeuvres and delightful desserts are some of the culinary treats we see at holiday dinners, office parties or other celebrations. However, those get-togethers could result in foodborne illness if you are not[Read More…]
District of Columbia Mayor Vincent Gray Signs Legislation that Would Help Prevent Drug Overdose Deaths
Legislation Encourages Calling 911 in Drug Overdose Cases; Overdose Second Leading Cause of Accidental Death in D.C., Ahead of Traffic Accidents D.C. Coalition of Advocates, Students, Parents and Community Providers Commends Mayor Vincent Gray and D.C. Council for Approving This Life Saving Legislation NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–December 11, 2012. On Friday, District[Read More…]
Outdated Hudson Valley Coal Plant Set to Retire
Danskammer coal plant to be torn down after sale complete, marks 126th nationwide Town of Newburgh, NY–(ENEWSPF)–December 11, 2012. The Danskammer coal plant in the Mid-Hudson Valley will be retired and torn down following its sale from Dynegy Inc. to ICS NY Holdings. The plant was purchased for just $3.5 million[Read More…]
