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toxins

EPA Denies Permits for Mountaintop Removal

by Kevin McCann 09.29.2009

Why it matters:
EPA opening its eyes to the ravages of Mountaintop Removal Mining is one of the most important developments in recent history.
Recap:
EcoMatters has been keeping a close eye on all things Mountaintop Removal (MTR), the paleolithic practice of blowing [...]

The Dirt on Dry Cleaning

by Nancy Astrid Lindo 08.31.2009

Why it matters:
Did you know that the dry cleaning industry is known to use highly toxic chemicals which are absorbed by the fabric and released by body heat onto our skin and into our bloodstream? Not cool.
Recap:
The U.S. National Institute [...]

The Stink on Fragrance

by Nancy Astrid Lindo 08.11.2009

Why it matters:
Most items found in our home have “fragrance” in them, which is the ubiquitous term used to describe any number of chemicals.
Recap:
Products disguised to freshen your home with strong fragrances, such as cleaning products, air fresheners, candles, liquid [...]

Largest Environmental Disaster in American History

by Kevin McCann 07.20.2009

devastates tennessee, cancer, coal, spill, water, toxic

Why it matters:
“Largest environmental disaster in American history.”
Recap:
CNN’s Dr. Sanjay Gupta shot a story about a small town in eastern Tennessee (video to the right). The town really is picturesque. It’s quiet, quaint (the residents have accents… We love accents!), [...]

Don’t Play with Fire(works)

by Wyatt Shev 07.02.2009

Why it matters:
The fourth of July is just around the corner. Everyone understands that fireworks can often cause injury, but did you know they damage the environment even if you don’t lose an eye in the process?
Recap:
Fireworks release a number [...]