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States Seek Slice of Rail Funding

WASHINGTON -- States applied for billions of dollars for passenger-rail projects Monday, marking the start of a stimulus program designed to kick-start high-speed rail service in the U.S.
online.wsj.com/article/SB125115017812354935.html

The Human Cost of Mining in DR Congo

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The Human Cost of Mining in DR Congo

"Global electronics and metals giants now face uncomfortable questions: Are they inadvertently fueling the conflict in eastern Congo? Are they buttressing a market by sourcing supplies from militarized zones (a practice that is not illegal but ethically questionable)?" -- BBC NEWS
news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/8234583.stm

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Wanted - Innovative Solutions to World's Water Crisis. Reward - $70,000

The inaugural Imagine H2O Prize competition is now open for submissions. The competition offers prizes of $70,000 in cash and in-kind services, which will be awarded to the business plans which promise the greatest breakthroughs in the efficient use and supply of water.
www.imagineh2o.org

'Man in Van' On Recession Story Odyssey

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'Man in Van' On Recession Story Odyssey

"Aaron Heideman lost his job, moved into his van, and drove around the country collecting stories of how people were handling the recession. He's turned it into an art project and talks with Kai Ryssdal about his experiences." - Marketplace.org
marketplace.publicradio.org/display/web/2009/09/...

Brazil: Former Environment Minister Shakes Up Political Scene

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Brazil: Former Environment Minister Shakes Up Political Scene

A likely presidential bid by former Brazilian environment minister Marina Silva, who quit the ruling Workers Party (PT) this week, has shaken up the political scene ahead of the 2010 elections.
www.ipsnews.net/news.asp?idnews=48164

Unveiling a Plastic Bag Ban in Mexico City

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Unveiling a Plastic Bag Ban in Mexico City

Standard plastic shopping bags were officially outlawed in Mexico City this week, but you wouldn’t know from the check-out line at the supermarket.
greeninc.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/08/21/unveiling-...

BPA Industry Fights Back

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BPA Industry Fights Back

"Public relations blitz takes cue from tobacco companies' past tactics". Journal Sentinel Online
www.jsonline.com/watchdog/watchdogreports/541952...

China Goes Big In Green Car Race

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China Goes Big In Green Car Race

"Chinese carmaker BYD takes its next step with the introduction of a 100 percent all-electric vehicle." Charlie McElwee
marketplace.publicradio.org/display/web/2009/09/...

¿Cuida América Latina el medio ambiente?

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¿Cuida América Latina el medio ambiente?

Semanaeconomica.com conversó con el nieto del emblemático Jacques Cousteau, el ambientalista y activista Philippe Cousteau Jr., sobre los principales retos de la región en torno al cuidado medioambiental.
semanaeconomica.com/articulos/43378--cuida-ameri...

Horse Dies, France Faces Reality Of Toxic Beaches

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Horse Dies, France Faces Reality Of Toxic Beaches

CBS NEWS - World: "France Admits To Green Tides Of Toxic Algae After Death Of Thoroughbred On Brittany Beach."
www.cbsnews.com/stories/2009/08/28/ap/europe/mai...

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