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Invasives, oak wilt threaten Skyline High School natural areas, adjacent neighborhoods

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By Domonic Marroni

In Ann Arbor, Michigan, Skyline High School’s natural areas are home to several species of invasive plants causing widespread destruction of surrounding trees. These species pose potential fire hazards and are dangerous to public health.  Action is needed, say several environmental experts, to avert future disasters and to preserve the natural areas for future students.

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Ninth Circuit Rejects Industry Challenge to SoCal Clean Air Rule for Boilers

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San Francisco, CA — The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals today upheld South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) zero-emission standard for boilers and water heaters, rejecting an industry challenge to a landmark clean air rule that will clean up pollution from industrial and commercial equipment. The People’s Collective for Environmental Justice, … [continued]

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Federal Appeals Court Upholds New York Limits on Fossil Fuel Use in Buildings

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Second Circuit rejects industry challenges to building electrification requirements. Today, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit ruled in favor of New York City and New York State laws that prohibit fossil fuel-burning appliances in new buildings, affirming the judgments of two lower courts. Those laws are part of … [continued]

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