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Deleon Added to Fugitives Web Site

Albania Deleon, an asbestos removal training company president, did not appear for her sentencing hearing and was placed on the EPA's wanted list.

Schools Get $3.5 M for Particulate Matter Research

EPA gives four universities grants for research into the relationship between the chemistry of particulate matter and health effects.

Companies, Experts Set up Low-Carbon Task Force

A task force of 52 companies and 34 experts and organizations will work with government and United Nations officials to develop practical projects and policy proposals for a low-carbon economy.

Canadian Rule Limits GHGs from Autos

Canada's environmental agency is promulgating a new rule to cut on-road automative emissions.

Bar Harbor Lab Settles over RCRA, EPCRA Violations

The Jackson Laboratory will pay $161,680 to settle claims it violated hazardous waste storage and handling regulations.

ASTM's ESA Standard Now Complies with AAI Rule

The Environmental Site Assessment process for forestland or rural property now complies with EPA's All Appropriate Inquiries Rule.

Obama Invites 16 to Climate Change Forum

U.S. president tries to take the lead on an international climate change agreement with an early meeting of 16 major economies.

Justice Sues BPXA for Oil Spills, Asbestos Violations

BPXA allegedly spilled crude oil on the North Slope of Alaska, bringing a lawsuit from the U.S. Department of Justice.

Chemist Develops Test for Arsenic Compounds in Soil

University of Massachusetts scientists have created an accurate test for arsenic compounds in soil.

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