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The Stream, November 14: What Now for the Keystone XL Pipeline?

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The U.S. State Department’s decision to postpone its verdict…

The Stream, November 8: Cleaning the Yellowstone River Oil Spill

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When Texans head to the ballot box today, they will be asked…

The Stream, November 2: Weather Extremes Will Worsen

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Costly weather extremes such as drought and floods are becoming…

The Stream, October 28: Environmental Security in Latin America

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Environmental security is becoming a top priority in international…
Great Lakes Biennial Meeting IJC 2011 Detroit Michigan

Report & Conference: Assessing Great Lakes Health and Future — Al Gore Delivers Keynote

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In Detroit last week, three organizations involved in Great Lakes management held concurrent and joint meetings to discuss the future of one of the world’s largest sources of fresh surface water. Former Vice President Al Gore delivered the keynote address, linking climate change to water issues.

The Stream, October 19: Drought Unleashes Red Tide in Texas Gulf

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The largest red tide algae bloom since 2000 is gripping the Texas…
Infographic: China’s Water Pollution Events and Protection Policies (2004-2011)

Infographic: China’s Water Pollution Events and Protection Policies (2004-2011)

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China has some of the dirtiest and most dangerous water in the world. This detailed and interactive timeline shows key pollution events, protests, and policy reforms from the last eight years at both the national and regional levels as China tries to clean up its act.
USGS groundwater water pollution contamination 2011 report arsenic manganese radon uranium

USGS Report: Trace Elements Exceed Health Standards in 20 Percent of U.S. Water Wells

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Utilities are required by law to treat water to national standards, but no such controls exist for private wells, where the risk from contaminants is greater.

The Stream, September 23: Sand Mining and Water Quality

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Plans to capture and store carbon have failed to gain traction…

The Stream, September 21: Flood Evacuations

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About 1.2 million people have been told to evacuate in western…

Disturbing U.S. WASH Report: Water and Sanitation Lacking for Poorest Americans

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Despite an extensive water and sanitation system ranking among the world’s best, a human rights lawyer — appointed by the United Nations — has reported that some of the poorest Americans live without affordable, convenient access to these basic necessities.

The Stream, August 30: Assessing U.S. Hurricane and Drought Damage

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Hurricane Irene killed at least 28 people, caused an estimated…