WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–November 16, 2012 – Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky released the following statement today in response to the settlement reached between BP and the U.S. government after the Deepwater Horizon disaster: “Yesterday, BP agreed to plead guilty to 12 felony charges in connection with the Deepwater Horizon tragedy. While nothing can[Read More…]
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National Solar Jobs Census 2012 Finds Installers Leading the Way
More than 8,500 installation jobs created in the past year, continued industry wide growth expected in 2013 ALBANY, N.Y.—(ENEWSPF)—November 16, 2012. The Solar Foundation (TSF), an independent nonprofit solar education and research organization, today released the full version of its third annual National Solar Jobs Census at the Interstate Renewable[Read More…]
Ireland: Death of Woman Denied Abortion Should Spur Reform
London–(ENEWSPF)–November 16, 2012. The tragic death of a woman denied an abortion in Ireland should catalyze the Irish government to fulfill its international human rights obligation to ensure access to safe and legal abortions. Savita Halappanavar, 31, who was 17 weeks pregnant, died from septicemia on October 28, 2012 at a[Read More…]
EPA Prioritizes Ethanol Industry Above Struggling Citizens; Refuses to Waive Biofuels Mandate
WASHINGTON D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–November 16, 2012. Today the United States Environmental Protection Agency announced its decision to uphold the corn ethanol requirement of the Renewable Fuel Standard — the federal biofuels mandate — despite calls from eight states and nearly 200 members of Congress to waive the mandate to relieve pressure on[Read More…]
Start Planning for the Thanksgiving Feast NOW
Safe food handling for a healthier holiday SPRINGFIELD—(ENEWSPF)—November 16, 2012. With less than a week to go before Thanksgiving, it’s important to start thinking about what you’re going to cook, especially if it’s a turkey. “Two of the most important things to remember to avoid foodborne illnesses are to make[Read More…]
Drug Will Turn Your Blood into a Pesticide Toxic to Bed Bugs
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–November 15, 2012. New research suggests that the drug Stromectal (manufactured by Merck & Co.), which is typically used to treat parasitic worms, may also kill bed bugs. The active ingredient in the drug is ivermectin, which has also been getting publicity recently for its efficacy in killing head[Read More…]
EPA Announces Regional Food Recovery Challenge Awards on America Recycles Day
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–November 15, 2012. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Great Lakes regional office is marking America Recycles Day with the announcement of six Food Recovery Challenge Achievement Awards. Through the Food Recovery Challenge, EPA encourages organizations to donate food and recycle food scraps to reduce waste, feed the needy and save[Read More…]
U-M, MSU Award Grants for Great Lakes Climate Change Research
Sunset, Saginaw Bay from Alaska Point/Bay. Image credit: Michigan Sea Grant ANN ARBOR–(ENEWSPF)–November 15, 2012. University of Michigan scientists and their colleagues at Michigan State University have awarded six grants to organizations across the region for projects that will help decision-makers adapt to climate change and variability in the Great[Read More…]
60 Percent of America’s Biggest Cities are Now Smoke-Free
Comprehensive smoke-free laws cover 30 of 50 largest U.S. cities, up from just one in 2000 Atlanta, GA–(ENEWSPF)–November 15, 2012. Thirty of America’s 50 largest cities are now covered by laws that prohibit smoking in all indoor areas of private workplaces, restaurants, and bars, according to a study from the[Read More…]
Diagnosed Diabetes Grows at a Dramatic Rate Throughout the United States
Eighteen states saw 100 percent or more increase between 1995 and 2010 Atlanta, GA–(ENEWSPF)–November 15, 2012. The prevalence of diagnosed diabetes increased in all U.S. states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico between 1995 and 2010, according to a study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).[Read More…]
