The healthiest ways to light up a fireplace
Comment on this story Comment When Trystan Bass first stepped into her 1920s-era home in Oakland, Calif., she immediately noticed the focal point of the living room: a floor-to-ceiling wood-burning fireplace. “It’s gorgeous and one of the reasons I bought the house,” said Bass, 53. “But I was never going to light a fire in […]
Readers respond: ‘Clean cars’ initiative will boost health
As a doctor, I spent two decades at a clinic in downtown Portland where I worked closely with low-income and homeless populations. I saw first-hand the impacts air pollution from vehicles has on frontline communities living near major roadways. It is clear, our reliance on fossil fuels directly threatens the health and safety of all […]
Increasingly under fire as potential health hazards, gas stoves could be banned in 2023, top federal official says: ‘It’s a real possibility’
Citing studies that link gas stoves to health problems, including asthma in children, a U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission official said his agency will begin a formal review process that could lead to new regulations. “We need to be talking about regulating gas stoves, whether that’s drastically improving emissions or banning gas stoves entirely,” said […]
Wighton’s Plumbing, Heating, and Air Announces Holiday Fundraiser for SLO Food Bank
Wighton’s Plumbing, Heating, and Air has been serving SLO and the Central Coast since 1953, offering heating, cooling, plumbing, water heaters and more. San Luis Obispo, California – December 22, 2022 – At the request of its employees, Wighton’s Plumbing, Heating, and Air is donating 1% of revenue generated from its holiday campaign to the […]
14 Peace Lily Benefits And Other Facts
Due to the numerous health benefits it offers and the stunning touch it adds to interiors when housed indoors, the peace lily plant is a well-liked option for indoor plants. This plant is popular among plant parents due to its contrast of white blooms and dark green leaves. The peace lily is a great houseplant […]
Koloa Zipline and Kauai ATV to Pay $45k to Resolve Safe Drinking Water Act Violation Claim
December 22, 2022 KAUAI – Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing a proposed settlement with Olegario and Anne Rivera Joint Trust (Rivera Trust), the owner and operator of Koloa Zipline and Kauai ATV, to resolve a claim of violation of the Safe Drinking Water Act’s Underground Injection Control regulations. Since 2006, Rivera Trust has […]
California Attorney General Files Lawsuit against Over a Dozen Manufacturers of Forever Chemicals
LA Testings parent company offers water testing services and sampling kits to detect PFAS, often referred to as forever chemicals, from drinking water samples to protect Californias workers, the public and the environment. Huntington Beach, CA – WEBWIRE – Thursday, December 22, 2022 Last month, Californias Attorney General announced he had filed a lawsuit against […]
Garden Mastery: Evergreens can be part of a sustainable holiday celebration
The history of decorating the home with evergreen boughs and trees dates back thousands of years to ancient times. As the sun sank lower in its path through the sky and cold weather increased, the “evergreen” nature of spruce, firs and cedars demonstrated everlasting life, the promise of spring and the knowledge of summer’s return. […]
Air Filtration and Dust Collection Are Not the Same: New Report by Camfil APC
Camfil APC wants to help you understand your options for improving indoor air quality: air filtration and dust collection. Learn how these technologies work to improve air quality and protect workers from dangerous particles in the air, many of which are toxic and/or combustible. This article discusses: Air Filtration Basics HVAC filters remove unwanted particles from the […]
Normas finales de la EPA para vehículos pesados destinadas a reducir la contaminación peligrosa y dar un paso clave hacia la aceleración del futuro de cero emisiones
A partir del Año Modelo 2027, el Plan de Camiones Limpios de la EPA resguardará el aire limpio para millones de personas en comunidades sobrecargadas por la contaminación peligrosa. December 20, 2022 WASHINGTON (20 de diciembre de 2022) – Hoy, la Agencia de Protección Ambiental de Estados Unidos (EPA, por sus siglas en inglés) finalizó […]