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"Forged Letters Not the First of ACCCE’s Misrepresentations"

"The American Coalition for Clean Coal Electricity claims to be shocked, shocked that forged anti-climate-bill letters were sent to members of Congress by one of its subcontractors, saying it was 'an isolated incident.' But it seems ACCCE also engaged in some fishy behavior last year during debate over a Senate climate bill."

Source: Grist, 08/07/2009

"Obama's OSM Pick Dodges Questions on Mountaintop Removal"

"President Obama's choice to be the nation's top strip-mining regulator said Thursday he needs to learn more about mountaintop removal coal mining before he can comment on whether it needs to be more strictly policed."

Source: Charleston Gazette, 08/07/2009

"'Citizen Army' Carries Coal's Climate Message to Hinterlands"

The American Coalition for Clean Coal Electricity (ACCCE), whose PR contractors have been caught forging letters to Congress, is launching a $1 million campaign to send an army of "volunteers" to town hall meetings on climate change legislation -- in an effort similar to the shout-downs and occasional mob violence now being deployed against health care.

Source: Greenwire, 08/07/2009

Diverse Range of Experts Team Up On Wind Turbine Issue

Concerns continue to mount over the potential impact of wind-turbine blades on airborne wildlife. Hence, a consortium of experts has agreed on priorities for investigation, including turbine placement, design, and operation; aerodynamics of turbines, birds, and bats; and habitat, topography, and weather conditions.

More Lead Monitors Coming to a Facility or City Near You?

The Bush Administration, through the OMB, pressured EPA to water down lead monitoring requirements it had tightened in October 2008. Now EPA may get more or all of the monitors it originally wanted, near facilities that emit about a half ton of lead per year.

Big Money Targets Weatherization

The topic of weatherization might appear mundane, but the sheer magnitude of the current multi-billion-dollar program, and its relative importance in increasing energy efficiency and combating climate change, make it a story worth covering.

"Watering Down Airport Waste"

"Three years ago, the Department of Homeland Security passed new regulations. If you're a regular flyer, you know them well: no more bringing your drinks on the airplane. It turns out that this ruling isn't just inconvenient for us -- it's also inconvenient for the environment."

Source: Environment Report, 08/06/2009

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"Forged Letters Not the First of ACCCE’s Misrepresentations"

"Obama's OSM Pick Dodges Questions on Mountaintop Removal"

"'Citizen Army' Carries Coal's Climate Message to Hinterlands"

Diverse Range of Experts Team Up On Wind Turbine Issue

More Lead Monitors Coming to a Facility or City Near You?

Big Money Targets Weatherization

"Watering Down Airport Waste"

"Feds, State Close Historic Nuclear Blast Site"

The Outdoor Activity Trend May Be Healthier Than Reported

"Psychological Barriers Hobble Climate Action"

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