EPA
The real scientific uncertainties about climate change
September 10, 2013The real debates are about whether climate change will be catastrophic within years or within decades, and about whether or not we have already passed crucial environmental tipping points.
Read moreRick Santorum is neither green nor good
January 6, 2012"There is no such thing as global warming," says GOP presidential hopeful Rick Santorum.
Read moreObama administration puts a stopper on mercury pollution
January 3, 2012In a historic development, the Obama administration has set national health standards for mercury and other toxic air pollution, a measure that will save lives and create jobs in pollution control technology.
Read moreThe government hostage crisis
April 11, 2011What to do in a hostage crisis? Sometimes it seems there are no good choices. Giving in to the demands may save the hostage's life for now, but it encourages the terrorist to try again.
Read moreMichigan scientists urge support for EPA
March 9, 2011More than 160 scientists from major universities across Michigan this week urged support for the Environmental Protection Agency, calling the federal agency's role essential to protecting the public health.
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