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Air Quality Is Improving in Much of the US

Emissions of toxic air pollutants, such as benzene, have declined about 40 percent nationwide between 1990 and 2005.

New York Data Centers, Factories Get $100 Million for Energy Efficiency

New York State is investing more than $100 million over two years to help data centers and manufacturers control energy costs and improve their competitiveness.

Salty Air Compounds Pollution from Nitrogen Oxides

NOx and smog along our coastlines may be worsened by chemical reactions that occur when NOx emissions combine with salty ocean air.

Defining Corporate Citizenship

How much of a role should business play in tackling global questions such as climate change, unemployment, and distributing international aid? 

SunEdison To Build 72-MW Plant in Italy

U.S. solar builder signs on to create the largest photovoltaic plant in Europe.

Rapid Rise in Seed Prices Draws U.S. Scrutiny

Is Monsanto using its dominance to manipulate the market?

Santa Monica Sushi Restaurant Charged with Illegally Selling Whale Meat

A sting worthy of Hollywood nabs a whale-slinging chef.

Green Chemistry Breakthrough in Plastics Recycling

Instead of being tossed, plastic bottles might be broken down and used again and again.

The Toxies Awards Recognize Worst Chemicals of the Year

At this red carpet event, winning an award is not recommended.

GE and U.S. Navy Join Hands to Recycle Old Aircraft Engines

The F414 engines might be retired, but their precious metals won't be.

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