Posts tagged as: Environmental Protection Agency

Deepwater Horizon Update – Two C-130 Aircraft on Way

The Department of Defense has announced that two C-130 aircraft specially equipped with spraying equipment have been dispatched to the Gulf to aid in the oil containment process.

May 1 2010 | Posted in Earth Sciences,Environment,News,Science and Tech,WorldNewsVine | Read More »

Vice President Joe Biden Ramps Up For Tomorrow's Earth Day

Vice President Biden states, “Today I am kicking off the Administration’s celebration of Earth Day in advance by announcing $452 million in Recovery Act “Retrofit Ramp-Up” awards.

Apr 21 2010 | Posted in Earth Sciences,Environment,Human Interest,National News,News,News and Opinions with Theresa Cahill,WorldNewsVine | Read More »

EPA Head Says Going Green is Good for Greenbacks

Washington, D.C. – Lisa P. Jackson, administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), made an appearance at the National Press Club today to talk about the increased need for green energy in the current economic climate.

Mar 8 2010 | Posted in Environment,Green Technologies,News,News and Opinions with Selena Robinson,Science and Tech,WorldNewsVine | Read More »

Landfills Turn Trash into Power

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is recognizing eight landfill methane capture projects for their innovation in generating renewable energy and reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The winners include one of the largest landfill gas (LFG) to liquefied natural gas facilities in the world, located in Livermore, Calif.

Jan 18 2010 | Posted in Environment,Green Technologies,Science and Tech,WorldNewsVine | Read More »