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Iowa legislature 2012 opening day linkfest

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The Iowa legislature's 2012 session begins today with several major policy reforms on the agenda. Making progress on even one of those issues would be daunting under any circumstances, but particularly during an election year when different parties con... »

New EPA rules will reduce mercury, toxic emissions

Bleeding Heartland

It's the season of giving, and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency just delivered an outstanding present to Americans who breathe air.   The EPA's website contains details on the new Mercury and Air Toxics Standards. Here's some facts and figures ... »

Some Iowa power plants among largest U.S. air polluters

Bleeding Heartland

Several Iowa power plants are among the largest emitters of certain toxic heavy metals, according to a new report by the Environmental Integrity Project. The Environmental Integrity Project is "a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization established in March... »

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