Environmental Justice Funds Seen as Just a Start for Advocates
The Biden administration’s environmental justice efforts scored a big funding boost in the $1.5 trillion government spending bill, but advocates worry whether the increased attention can be sustained given years of promises that have failed to yield results in their communities. One of the largest wins for the Environmental Protection Agency’s equity activities is the […]
Lennox International Declares Quarterly Dividend
DALLAS, March 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — The board of directors of Lennox International Inc. (NYSE: LII) voted to declare a quarterly cash dividend of $0.92 per share of common stock. The dividend is payable on April 15, 2022, to stockholders of record as of March 31, 2022. About Lennox International Lennox International Inc. is a global leader in energy-efficient climate-control solutions. Dedicated […]
Triad City Beat | ‘I had a panic attack,’ says Forsyth County official about air pollution from Weaver Fertilizer fire
Featured image: Winston-Salem fertilizer plant fire (Photo: Screen grab Winston-Salem Fire Dept. drone footage) This article was originally published by NC Policy Watch on March 10. Thirty-six hours after a catastrophic fire broke out at the Weaver Fertilizer plant, the air in this Winston-Salem neighborhood was practically unbreathable. Levels of fine particulate matter, known as […]
Your Houseplants Really Can Impact Indoor Air Quality, Depending on The Pollutant
Indoor air quality can be significantly improved by houseplants, new research has shown – specifically in terms of removing nitrogen dioxide (NO2) from the air, a pollutant created from fuel burning that’s been linked to respiratory disease. Potted plants are simple to install, affordable to buy, and potentially a genuinely effective option when it […]
Homebuilder scores a home run with new development after selling all 25 homes | Business Observer
SARASOTA — An up-and-coming green development situated between North Siesta and Oyster Bay hit the ball out of the park with the announcement that all homes have been sold. Vertical | Design+Build, a Sarasota-based custom homebuilder with a team representing more than 50 years of experience, made the announcement regarding Granada Park. The area was […]
Latest Version of IPVideo Corp. HALO IoT Smart Sensor Brings 6 New Security Features
The HALO 3C includes new features such as a panic button, two-way audio communications, indoor health index, alert lighting and more. BAY SHORE, N.Y. — IPVideo Corp. announces the release of HALO 3C, the latest version of its HALO IoT Smart Sensor. The solution is said to boast new features that provide users with even greater […]
Improving Indoor Air Quality Requires A Systematic Approach by Brooke Skipper
With more of us working from home than ever, it’s no surprise the average American spends 90 percent of their time indoors. And considering the EPA has stated that indoor air can be two to five times more polluted than outdoor air, the subject of how to improve indoor air quality has never been more […]
Our view: State needs to toughen up on toxic waste | Opinion
Varian Medical Systems dumped thousands of gallons of toxic chemicals on its Beverly site in the 1950s, ‘60s and ‘70s. When the company picked up and left the city, those toxins remained behind, seeping underground into the surrounding neighborhood. For years in thick, jargon-laden annual reports, Varian insisted it was actively working to clean up […]
2022 Appropriations package unlocks important clean energy funding, setting foundation for transformative increases in 2023 – Clean Air Task Force
Congress has successfully passed the fiscal year 2022 omnibus appropriations bill, which includes a nearly $3 billion increase in the Department of Energy’s budget and important new funding for climate and clean energy efforts. Conrad Schneider, Advocacy Director at Clean Air Task Force, said: “We’re pleased to see Congress pass this year’s government funding […]
Youth tobacco use remains serious public health concern
The 2021 National Youth Tobacco Survey reveals that youth tobacco use remains a serious public health concern. Release: The 2021 National Youth Tobacco Survey (NYTS) was conducted among U.S. middle and high school students during the COVID-19 pandemic and revealed that youth tobacco use remains a serious public health concern. About 2.55 million U.S. middle and high […]