This past week, Q-line asked: A recent Daily Press article revealed that gaining a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certificate could be a costly process, which is off-putting for some developers who want their projects to be “green.
The Special Election on May 19 is about more than just filling financial gaps to get us through the tough times and on the road to recovery. What the election is really about is faith.
Dear EarthTalk: Has anyone been tracking whether climate change is causing more loss of human life as it gets more pronounced? — Gordon Gould, Compton, CA Researchers believe that global warming is already responsible for some 150,000 deaths each year around the world, and fear that the number may w
This past week, Q-line asked: City officials are considering a plan to lift the residency requirement at Woodlawn Cemetery. Cemetery officials say it would help raise funds to maintain the facility.
Dear EarthTalk I run a sorting machine at the post office, and am worried about all the paper dust swirling around the building. I asked both management and our union if this was a health or safety problem and both said no, but I’m not sure they really know.
This past week, Q-line asked: City Manager Lamont Ewell has asked hundreds of city employees to forego performance bonuses to prevent cuts to services and possible layoffs because of a reduction in revenue.
The Daily Press believes strongly in the need for a well-informed and educated community where everyone has access to materials. That is why we support the construction of a new library branch.
Dear EarthTalk What is the status of Hawaiian monk seals and how will the new national monument designation in the waters around the Hawaiian Islands affect them? Polly LaBarre New York, NY Easily exploited by hunters, whalers and fishermen in the 19th century, Hawaiian monk seals essentially never
After 12 years of protracted debate, it looks as if the nation will finally get a federal hate crimes law that includes gay people as a protected class.
This past week, Q-line asked: With Earth Day taking place this week, this is a great time to look at the world around you and consider making changes to help the environment.
Dear EarthTalk I don’t understand why there are many European diesel cars with very high mileage ratings that are not available in the U.S. Can you enlighten? John Healy Fairfield, CT Different countries do have differing standards in regard to how much pollution gasoline and diesel automobile engin
