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Environmental Issues: Air

Poisoning the Great Lakes Mercury Emissions from Coal-Fired Power Plants In the Great Lakes Region Report: Mercury emitted into the air from coal-fired power plants is by far the leading man-made source of mercury in the Great Lakes and the rivers and streams of the region. The report analyzed pollution data to determine the top 25 mercury emitting power plants in the Great Lakes states, and the top three in each state.
Clean Air Saves Lives Real stories of American families with asthma Overview: Four real stories of American families with asthma. Includes videos and images.
EPA Mercury and Air Toxics Rule Curbs Pollution The Obama Administration Protects Our Air and Our Health Overview: The Mercury and Air Toxic Standards

Mercury Contamination A Guide to Staying Healthy and Fighting Back Guide: Power plants and chemical facilities are the main sources of mercury pollution, but this hazardous chemical makes its way into our homes and bodies in fish. This guide provides information about the health effects of mercury exposure, shows where it's coming from, offers tips for eating fish more safely and highlights opportunities to help stop mercury pollution.
Mercury Pollution: An End in Sight? Work continues on a global treaty to solve the world's mercury pollution problem. Overview: It will take an international solution to curb the world's mercury pollution problem -- and the United States should lead the way.
Testimony from Linda Greer on Mercury Legislation
Testimony: Testimony from Linda Greer, senior scientist and director of the Natural Resources Defense Council's public health program, on mercury legislation before the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, May 13, 2008.
Compact Fluorescent Lights Are Safe for Your Home
Fact Sheet: CFLs are safe, and can help your family save energy and money. Get document in pdf.

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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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