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Coal Conversion in the Rust Belt: Will It Be a Diamond for Small Ohio River Town?

July 29, 2011

An energy company has plans to withdraw water from the Ohio River, the potential site for a coal-to-liquid fuels conversion plant, which would be the first of its kind in the United States and the sixth in the world. Though it will bring jobs to the region, the proposal is facing strong opposition from environmental groups.

Map Weather Extremes Floods Droughts Tornados

Weather Extremes: Floods, Droughts, Tornadoes, and Extreme Heat Plague Much of U.S.

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July 21, 2011

Extreme weather events in 2011 have been numerous and diverse, prompting some analysts to link the natural disasters to climate change. Most recently, many states are under exceptional-drought and extreme-heat advisories.

Business vs. Environment: Ohio Governor Vetoes Lake Erie Water Withdrawal Bill

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July 18, 2011

The highly controversial bill set the highest thresholds for water withdrawal permits in the Great Lakes region, sparking debate between environmentalists and businesses over the use of Lake Erie water.

The Stream, May 9: Adapting to Climate Change

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May 9, 2011

Genetically-modified crops are not the solution to Europe's growing…

Feds Pledge $47 Million To Asian Carp Fight; States Appeal Court Loss

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December 19, 2010

Last week, the Obama Administration announced an updated plan, which included additional research but not closing the Chicago locks.

Asian Carp — On the Docket in D.C. and Chicago; On the Menu in Michigan

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December 4, 2010

Federal judge rejects Asian carp injunction as Congress passes a ban on their import.

Asian Carp Case Goes to Court as Foundation Pledges $500,000 to Protect the Great Lakes

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September 1, 2010

Invasive Asian carp make a surprise appearance on the Missouri River.

Peter Gleick: Water Fountain Victory — the Cavs Cave

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February 10, 2010

OK, my crystal ball is often cloudy, but in my last post just two days ago, I predicted that the decision by the Cleveland Cavaliers to remove the drinking water fountains from the Quicken Loans Arena (the Q), ostensibly for health reasons, would ultimately be reversed.