Environmental News NEWS MEDIA ADVISORY (Lenexa, Kan., June 17, 2013) – EPA will host a green street design workshop and meetings that will provide Joplin, Mo., with technical assistance to consider “green complete street” options for the city’s 20th Street Corridor from Main Street to Highview Avenue. The first workshop, for city leadership, will be held from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., June 18, at Joplin’s City Council Chambers, City Hall, 602 Main Street
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Wednesday, June 19th, 2013 at 9:41am
EPA to Host Green Street Design Workshop in Joplin, Mo.
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Thursday, May 30th, 2013 at 7:28am
Camden Hills Regional High School Wins Two National Environmental Education Awards
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(Boston, Mass. – May 29, 2013) – Camden Hills Regional High School in Rockport, Maine has been awarded a 2012 Presidential Environmental Youth Award (PEYA) for installing a wind turbine on the school’s campus. Camden Hills’ teacher, Margo Murphy also won the 2013 Presidential Innovation Award for Environmental Educators for her leadership and work on this project. The PEYA program promotes awareness of our nation’s natural resources and encourages positive community involvement
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Thursday, April 25th, 2013 at 4:43am
Hemphill Water Treatment Plant in Atlanta, Ga. Named a Top Finisher in Energy Star National Building Competition
ATLANTA – The Hemphill Water Treatment Plant & Pumping Station in Atlanta, Ga. was recognized by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as a top finisher in the third-annual Energy Star National Building Competition. The plant was recognized for reducing their energy use by over a 40 percent, the sixth largest in the competition
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Thursday, April 25th, 2013 at 4:43am
Bloomfield, New Jersey Elementary School Wins ‘Battle of the Buildings
(New York, N.Y.) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency today announced that Demarest Elementary School in Bloomfield, New Jersey has won the 2012 EPA Energy Star National Building Competition, “Battle of the Buildings,” after reducing its energy use by a whopping 52%. Energy use in commercial buildings accounts for nearly 20 percent of total U.S. greenhouse gas emissions at a cost of more than $100 billion per year. At a ceremony at the school today, EPA Regional Administrator Judith A
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Monday, April 22nd, 2013 at 4:40pm
MEDIA ADVISORY: EPA Commemorates Earth Day, Continues Conversation on Climate Change
WASHINGTON – This Earth Day, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is expanding the conversation on climate change through public engagement and education on the importance of continuing to protect the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the land we live on
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Saturday, April 20th, 2013 at 4:41am
OP-ED: Earth Day 2013 – A Conversation on Climate
On April 22, 1970, 20 million people across the country celebrated the first Earth Day. It was a time when cities were smothered in smog and polluted American rivers caught fire. What started as a day of national environmental recognition has evolved into a global campaign to protect our environment. Earth Day is now celebrated in more than 192 countries across the world. Environmental problems in our country and abroad have changed since the first Earth Day
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Thursday, April 18th, 2013 at 10:42pm
Green-Powered Northwest Colleges and Businesses are Reducing Pollution and Fighting Climate Change
(April 17, 2013 – Seattle) –– Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced the Green Power Partnership Top 50 Green-Powered organizations using electricity from clean, renewable sources such as solar and wind energy. Several businesses and colleges in the Pacific Northwest are among the best in the nation in increasing renewable energy use
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Thursday, April 18th, 2013 at 10:41pm
Penn takes top honors in EPA’s Green Power Challenge
PHILADELPHIA (April 17, 2013) – The University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia has finished in first place in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s nationwide College and University Green Power Challenge. EPA began its Green Power Challenge for higher education institutions in 2006, and University of Pennsylvania has been the winner every year
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Friday, April 12th, 2013 at 4:15pm
EPA to Team with Kansas City Chiefs for April 20 Recycling Drive
Environmental News NEWS MEDIA ADVISORY (Lenexa, Kan., April 8, 2013) – EPA Region 7 and the Kansas City Chiefs today announced Extra Yard for the Environment, the football club’s sustainability initiative. The program is designed to devise and implement new green policies for the Kansas City Chiefs while raising awareness for green efforts at Arrowhead Stadium, the University of Kansas Hospital Training Complex and for fans at home
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Tuesday, April 2nd, 2013 at 3:56pm
Oregon fuel companies fined for federal oil spill prevention and response violations
(Seattle – April 1, 2013) Tyree Oil Inc., Carson Oil Co., and Ferrell’s Fuel Network will pay fines and invest in facility upgrades for violating federal oil spill prevention and response rules at their Oregon facilities, according to separate settlements with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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Wednesday, March 27th, 2013 at 5:56am
EPA and DOE Recognize 2013 Energy Star Partners of the Year
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) are recognizing 118 awardees for their commitment to saving energy and protecting the environment. Recipients of the 2013 Energy Star Partner of the Year Award include Sears Holdings Corporation, PepsiCo, JC Penney, Food Lion, USAA Real Estate, Loudoun County Public Schools in Virginia, and Toyota
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Wednesday, March 27th, 2013 at 5:56am
Eight New England Organizations Receive 2013 Energy Star Awards
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(Boston, Mass. – March 26, 2013) – Eight New England organizations have received 2013 Energy Star Partner of the Year awards. Each year the U.S. EPA and the Department of Energy (DOE) honor organizations that have made outstanding contributions to protecting the environment through energy efficiency. Organizations are recognized in several different categories including Energy Management, Energy Efficiency Program Delivery, Energy Efficiency Program Sponsor, and Energy Star Promotion
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Wednesday, March 27th, 2013 at 5:56am
South Carolina Electric and Gas Company in Cayce, South Carolina Receives 2013 Energy Star Award
ATLANTA – South Carolina Electric & Gas Company (SCE&G) in Cayce, South Carolina was honored by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) with 2013 Excellence award under the Energy Star Program. SCE&G was recognized for continuing to promote and expand its Home Performance with ENERGY STAR program. “EPA congratulates this year’s Energy Star award winners,” said EPA Acting Administrator Bob Perciasepe
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Wednesday, March 27th, 2013 at 5:55am
Manitowoc Foodservice in New Port Richey, Florida Receives 2013 Energy Star Award
ATLANTA – Manitowoc Foodservice in New Port Richey, Florida was honored by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) with 2013 Partner of the Year-Sustained Excellence award under the Energy Star Program. Manitowoc Foodservice was recognized for its continued leadership in having the most products qualified. “EPA congratulates this year’s Energy Star award winners,” said EPA Acting Administrator Bob Perciasepe
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Wednesday, March 27th, 2013 at 5:55am
Seven Georgia Organizations Receive 2013 Energy Star Awards
ATLANTA – Seven organizations in Georgia were honored by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) with 2013 awards from the Energy Star Program. This award was given because of their outstanding leadership and commitment to protecting America’s environment through energy efficiency. “EPA congratulates this year’s Energy Star award winners,” said EPA Acting Administrator Bob Perciasepe
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Wednesday, March 27th, 2013 at 5:55am
Six North Carolina Organizations Receive 2013 Energy Star Awards
ATLANTA – Six organizations in North Carolina were honored by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) with 2013 awards from the Energy Star Program. This award was given because of their outstanding leadership and commitment to protecting America’s environment through energy efficiency. “EPA congratulates this year’s Energy Star award winners,” said EPA Acting Administrator Bob Perciasepe
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Wednesday, March 13th, 2013 at 11:15am
EPA Announces Cities with the Most Energy Star Buildings in the US/Los Angeles, Washington, D.C., Chicago, New York, Atlanta rank in top five
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released a list of U.S. metropolitan areas with the most Energy Star certified buildings in 2012, highlighting how owners and managers of commercial buildings across the country are taking action on climate change while delivering real financial savings to the bottom line
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Wednesday, March 13th, 2013 at 11:15am
Atlanta Ranks 5th on List of Cities with the Most ENERGY STAR Buildings in the United States
ATLANTA – Today, the city of Atlanta was listed as 1 of 25 cities with the greatest number of energy-efficient buildings that earned the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Energy Star certification in 2012. Energy Star labeled buildings in Atlanta achieved significant reductions in their energy bills and greenhouse gas emissions
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Wednesday, March 13th, 2013 at 11:15am
Charlotte Makes List of Top 25 U.S. Cities with the Most ENERGY STAR Buildings
ATLANTA – Today, the city of Charlotte was listed as 1 of 25 cities with the greatest number of energy-efficient buildings that earned the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Energy Star certification in 2012. Energy Star labeled buildings in Charlotte achieved significant reductions in their energy bills and greenhouse gas emissions
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Wednesday, March 13th, 2013 at 11:15am
Miami Makes List of Top 25 U.S. Cities with the Most ENERGY STAR Buildings
ATLANTA – Today, the city of Miami was listed as 1 of 25 cities with the greatest number of energy-efficient buildings that earned the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Energy Star certification in 2012. Energy Star labeled buildings in Miami achieved significant reductions in their energy bills and greenhouse gas emissions
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Wednesday, March 13th, 2013 at 11:15am
Northern California Cities Lead Nationally with Most Energy Star Buildings
San Francisco, San Jose, Sacramento in top 20; save $140 million SAN FRANCISCO – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency released a list of 25 U.S. metropolitan areas with the most Energy Star certified buildings in 2012, highlighting how owners and managers of commercial buildings across the country are taking action on climate change while delivering real financial savings to the bottom line. California leads with six cities on this top 25 list, more than any other state
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Thursday, February 21st, 2013 at 10:39am
EPA Recognizes Medical Centers and Universities for Emissions Reductions and Energy Savings
WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recognized five facilities with the Energy Star Combined Heat and Power (CHP) Award for their efforts to reduce emissions that threaten public health while increasing energy reliability and efficiency. “Our Energy Star CHP award winners are better serving their students and patients while safeguarding the environment,” said Gina McCarthy, Assistant Administrator for EPA’s Office of Air and Radiation
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Friday, February 8th, 2013 at 10:15pm
EPA to Provide Smart Growth Technical Assistance to Atchison, Kan.
Environmental News FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Lenexa, Kan., Feb. 7, 2013) – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency today announced that the City of Atchison, Kan., will receive technical assistance through the Building Blocks for Sustainable Communities program. The announcement was made at the New Partners for Smart Growth Conference in Kansas City, Mo. EPA awarded Atchison, Kan., a Land Use and Water Quality Workshop
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Wednesday, February 6th, 2013 at 10:03am
National Smart Growth Conference Scheduled Feb. 7-9 in Kansas City, Mo.
Environmental News NEWS MEDIA ADVISORY (Lenexa, Kan., Feb. 5, 2013) – EPA will join local elected officials, city and county staff, state and federal agency leaders, planners, architects, real estate agents, developers, and others committed to building safer, healthier and more livable communities at the national New Partners for Smart Growth Conference Feb. 7-9 in Kansas City, Mo. The three-day conference will include more than 90 sessions about a wide range of issues related to smart growth
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Tuesday, February 5th, 2013 at 4:01am
Equitable Development Workshop Scheduled Feb. 6 in Kansas City, Mo.
Environmental News NEWS MEDIA ADVISORY (Lenexa, Kan., Feb. 4, 2013) – EPA will join city and county staff, planners, state and federal agency leaders, environmental justice advocates and others committed to building safer, healthier and more livable communities at an Equitable Development Workshop on Feb. 6 in Kansas City, Mo. The workshop will discuss neighborhood revitalization and economic development approaches for low-income, minority, tribal, and other overburdened communities
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Saturday, February 2nd, 2013 at 3:49pm
Coca-Cola/Hickory Ridge and Watauga County Landfill Projects Recognized for Transforming Waste into a Green Community Asset
ATLANTA — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recognized two regional landfills for generating renewable energy from a local source while protecting the climate, providing energy savings and strengthening the economy
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Saturday, February 2nd, 2013 at 3:49pm
St. Landry Parish Landfill Project Recognized for Transforming Waste into a Green Community Asset
St. Landry Parish Landfill Project Recognized for Transforming Waste into a Green Community Asset DALLAS — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recognized St. Landry Parish Landfill for generating renewable energy from a local source while protecting the climate, providing energy savings and strengthening the economy. Located in Washington, La., the St. Landry Parish Landfill is now home to a compressed natural gas project developed by the St. Landry Parish Solid Waste District
Thursday, December 6th, 2012 at 11:32pm
EPA Region 7 to Provide Details about Green Infrastructure Assistance for City of Des Moines, Iowa, on Monday, Dec. 10
Environmental News NEWS MEDIA ADVISORY (Lenexa, Kan., Dec. 6, 2012) – EPA Region 7 Administrator Karl Brooks and Des Moines Mayor T.M. Franklin Cownie will hold a news conference Monday, Dec. 10, to provide details about green infrastructure assistance for Des Moines, Iowa
Sunday, November 18th, 2012 at 4:51am
EPA Keeps Renewable Fuels Levels in Place After Considering State Requests
WASHINGTON—The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced that the agency has not found evidence to support a finding of severe “economic harm” that would warrant granting a waiver of the Renewable Fuels Standard (RFS). The decision is based on economic analyses and modeling done in conjunction with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)
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Friday, October 19th, 2012 at 3:18am
Ten Ways to Save Money, Energy and Protect Your Health This Winter
WASHINGTON – With winter quickly approaching, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is highlighting ten tips for Americans to protect their health, save money, and lower energy while enjoying the winter holiday season. 1. Maintain your heating equipment to lower utility bills. Heating and cooling costs account for about $1,000 — nearly half of a home’s total annual energy bill
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Saturday, October 6th, 2012 at 10:59am
EPA and TDEC to Recognize Tennessee Water and Wastewater Utilities for Energy Savings
ATLANTA – At a ceremony in Nashville next Thursday, EPA and Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) officials will recognize seven water and wastewater utilities throughout Tennessee that have reduced energy demand at their facilities by more than 15 percent. Reducing energy consumption will result in cost savings for the utilities and their customers, and also yield substantial health and environmental benefits across the state
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Tuesday, October 2nd, 2012 at 3:43pm
Two Bay Area Companies Receive U.S. EPA Energy Awards
Intel Corporation and The North Face named renewable energy “leaders” SAN FRANCISCO – Two S.F. Bay Area-based companies—Intel Corporation and The North Face—won the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s 12th annual Green Power Leadership Awards. Intel Corporation received the first-ever “Sustained Excellence in Green Power” award for its long-standing leadership in advancing green power development
Saturday, September 15th, 2012 at 11:31am
EPA Sets Bio-based Diesel Volumes for 2013
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today took action to establish the amount of bio-diesel products required to be included in diesel fuel markets in 2013. Bio-based diesel products are advanced bio-fuels that are derived from sources that include vegetable oils and wastes oils from renewable sources
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Tuesday, September 11th, 2012 at 4:58pm
EPA Unveils Calif. Mapping Tool for Developing Renewable Energy Sources
Contaminated areas are prime locations for solar and wind power SAN FRANCISCO – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory, announced an online mapping tool that enables users to find contaminated and degraded properties in California ideal for renewable energy redevelopment
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Thursday, September 6th, 2012 at 4:51pm
Town of Wellesley Designated First Green Power Partner Community in Massachusetts
(Boston, Mass. – Sept. 4, 2012) – The Town of Wellesley, Mass. has been selected by EPA as a Green Power Community, the first in Massachusetts, and the second in all of New England. The Green Power Partnership is a voluntary program that encourages organizations to buy green power as a way to reduce the environmental impacts associated with purchased electricity use
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Tuesday, August 28th, 2012 at 8:55pm
US Coast Guard Academy in Conn. Awarded for Green Electronics
(Boston, Mass. – Aug. 28, 2012) – A federal facility in New London, Conn., was among 25 federal facilities nationally recognized for helping the federal government be greener in its buying, using and disposing of electronic equipment
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Saturday, August 18th, 2012 at 7:01pm
EPA Comments on We Energies Plan to Convert to Natural Gas at Valley Power Plant
CHICAGO – We Energies today notified the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency that the company plans to retrofit its Valley Power Plant in Milwaukee, Wisconsin so that the facility can run on natural gas. “WE’s decision will improve air quality and result in major health benefits for the many people who live in the neighborhood around this power plant,” said Susan Hedman, EPA Region 5 Administrator
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Wednesday, August 15th, 2012 at 12:39am
Two Connecticut-based Companies Recognized by EPA as Top Green Power Partners
(Boston, Mass. – Aug. 14, 2012) – Two corporations based in Connecticut – XEROX Corp. based in Norwalk, and Pitney Bowes Inc., based in Stamford – have been recognized by EPA as being among the nation’s top purchasers of Green Power in the technology and telecom sector. Green power is electricity generated from renewable resources such as solar, wind, geothermal, biogas, and low-impact hydro and produces no net increase of greenhouse gas emissions
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Monday, August 13th, 2012 at 6:40pm
University of Iowa Recognized Among Top Ranking Partners in EPA’s Green Power Partnership
Environmental News FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Kansas City, Kan., June 6, 2012) – EPA’s Green Power Partnership (GPP) has recognized the University of Iowa, at Iowa City, Iowa, as number 17 on its Top 20 On-site Generation list for its generation and use of renewable electricity
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Wednesday, July 18th, 2012 at 10:59am
EPA Fines Yuba City Power Plant $13,500 Following Illegal Arsenic Release
SAN FRANCISCO – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has fined Calpine Corporation, owner of a 500-megawatt natural-gas fired power plant, $13,500 for the improper management of hazardous waste at its Yuba City, Calif. facility. A July 2009 inspection by EPA at the Sutter Energy Center, a subsidiary of Calpine, discovered a violation of federal requirements pertaining to the management of hazardous waste
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Thursday, July 12th, 2012 at 4:46am
EPA Launches First Waste to Biogas Mapping Tool
06/07/2012 Promotes Using Organic Waste for Generating Energy SAN FRANCISCO – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Pacific Southwest Region has launched an online “waste to biogas mapping tool” to support the use of organic waste for energy projects
Wednesday, May 30th, 2012 at 10:31am
Mid-America Pipeline Company LLC, Enterprise Products Operating LLC to Pay $1M for Spills in Iowa, Kan., Neb.
Environmental News FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Kansas City, Kan., May 29, 2012) – Mid-America Pipeline Company, LLC (MAPCO), and Enterprise Products Operating LLC (Enterprise), of Houston, Texas, have agreed to pay a civil penalty of more than $1 million to the United States to settle violations of the federal Clean Water Act related to three natural gasoline pipeline spills in Iowa, Kansas and Nebraska. As part of a consent decree lodged today in U.S
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Tuesday, May 22nd, 2012 at 10:04pm
EPA to Hold Public Hearings in Washington, D.C. and Chicago on Carbon Pollution Standard for New Power Plants
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will hold two public hearings on May 24, 2012, on the proposed carbon pollution standard for new power plants. The proposed standard, which only applies to power plants built in the future, is flexible and would help minimize carbon pollution through the deployment of the same types of modern technologies and steps that power companies are already taking to build the next generation of power plants
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Saturday, April 28th, 2012 at 10:47pm
EPA Celebrates 20th Anniversary of Energy Star by recognizing Six Organizations in North Carolina
ATLANTA – As a part of the celebration of Energy Star’s 20th anniversary, three organizations in North Carolina were honored by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) with the 2012 Energy Star award. This award was given because of their outstanding leadership and commitment to protecting America’s environment through superior energy efficiency
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Saturday, April 28th, 2012 at 10:46pm
EPA Region 7 Issues Notice of Violation to Grain Processing Corporation, Inc., of Muscatine, Iowa, for Clean Air Act Issues
Environmental News FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Kansas City, Kan., March 27, 2012) – EPA has issued a notice of violation to Grain Processing Corporation, Inc. (GPC) , alleging the company has violated the Iowa State Implementation Plan and the federal Clean Air Act for issues related to construction and operating permits issued for its facility at Muscatine, Iowa
Saturday, April 28th, 2012 at 10:46pm
EPA Releases List of Cities with the Most Energy Star Buildings in the United States / Los Angeles, Washington, D.C., Atlanta, Chicago, San Francisco rank in top five, cutting energy costs while increasing efficiency, protecting health, reducing pollution
WASHINGTON – Today the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released the annual list of U.S. metropolitan areas with the most Energy Star certified buildings for 2011. The list of 25 cities is headed by Los Angeles, Washington, D.C., Atlanta, Chicago, San Francisco, New York, Houston, Dallas, Riverside, Calif. and Boston
Saturday, April 28th, 2012 at 10:46pm
Charlotte Ranks in Top 25 U.S. Cities with the Most ENERGY STAR Buildings
ATLANTA – Today, the city of Charlotte was listed as 1 of 25 cities with the greatest number of energy-efficient buildings that earned the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Energy Star certification in 2011. Energy Star labeled buildings in Charlotte achieved significant reductions in their energy bills and greenhouse gas emissions
Saturday, April 28th, 2012 at 10:46pm
San Francisco, Sacramento Top the list of U.S. Cities most Energy Star Buildings San Francisco, Sacramento, San Jose rank in top 25, cutting $140 Million in energy costs in Northern California
SAN FRANCISCO – Today the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released the annual list of U.S. metropolitan areas with the most Energy Star certified buildings for 2011. California has six cities on this year’s list—more than any other state. The list of 25 cities is headed by Los Angeles, Washington, D.C., Atlanta, Chicago, San Francisco, New York, Houston, Dallas, Riverside, Calif. and Boston
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Saturday, April 28th, 2012 at 10:45pm
Salt Lake City makes list of top 25 cities with the most Energy Star buildings in the United States
Salt Lake City makes list of top 25 cities with the most Energy Star buildings in the United States DENVER (April 11, 2012) – For the first time, Salt Lake City made the list of top 25 cities with the most Energy Star buildings in the country – ranking 24th
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Saturday, April 28th, 2012 at 10:45pm
Denver ranks 11th on list of cities with the most Energy Star buildings in the United States
Denver ranks 11th on list of cities with the most Energy Star buildings in the United States Cities cut energy costs while increasing efficiency, protecting health, reducing pollution DENVER (April 11, 2012) – Denver ranked 11th on the annual list of U.S. metropolitan areas with the most Energy Star certified buildings for 2011 released by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
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