Trial evidence showed that plaintiffs received treatment for "exposure to toxic chemical" from emissions at the plant in Texas City, Texas.
Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon says he will work to develop a legally binding agreement for the accord.
Environmental Defense Fund proposes that building owners convert to cleaner heating oils or natural gas by 2020.
Two levels of grants awards are available to help establish community-based partnerships and implement risk-reduction activities.
EPA rule co-author answers some questions AC and refrigeration companies may have before the impending effective date ─ Jan. 1.
- By Staci Gatica, U.S. EPA
Water and air associations join forces to present March conference in Charlotte, N.C.
The memorandum of understanding sets up a framework for the future purchase of certified synthetic jet fuel from Rentech's Natchez Project.
TUM researchers say they have reduced pollutants in diesel exhaust emissions to barely measurable levels.
Specific hydrochlorofluorocarbons cannot be used in new air conditioning and refrigeration equipment nor can they be sold, distributed or imported in 2010.
Acid rain cap-and-trade program helps plants beat 2010 sulfur dioxide emissions targets early.
Computer scientists, with a $1.5 million grant, hope to develop a network of sensors that detect air pollution hot spots indoors and out.
The TRI database contains information on chemical releases into the air, land and water, as well as waste management and pollution prevention activities.
EPA administrator emphasized that the finding of endangerment and possible climate change legislation are not either-or propositions.
- By L.K. Williams, EPonline
Cascade Sierra Solutions says truck owners in New England states can get between $100 and $1,000 for fuel-saving equipment.
Company's own audits discovered violations of clean water, clean air, and emergency planning and preparedness regulations.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency says the data show a five-year upswing in fuel efficiency in new cars and light duty trucks.
EPA says the Acid Rain Program has limited emissions to 7.6 million tons, well below the cap of 9.5 million tons.
Mexico City's Metrobus, a public-private partnership, was brokered by EMBARQ and designed to reduce air pollution, greenhouses gases, and traffic.