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NRDC's Dump Dirty Diesel Campaign Working to rid the world of the health risks of dirty diesel exhaust Overview: NRDC's Dump Dirty Diesels Campaign has been a leader in local, state, national, and international efforts to solve the problem of dirty diesel exhaust. By focusing on reducing community exposure to dirty diesel exhaust in New York and California, advocating for national standards in Washington, and working with local partners around the world, NRDC has scored major victories on the path to cleaner air.

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Air Quality in Latin America: High Levels of Pollution Require Strong Government Action: posted by Amanda Maxwell, 4/29/13
Latin America Green News: Chile's Pascua Lama faces permanent suspension, Costa Rica readies for Obama, Mexico needs cleaner air, and Central America at risk from climate change: posted by Amanda Maxwell, 4/26/13
What makes an entire family all of a sudden need asthma medications?: posted by Amy Mall, 4/4/13

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