Sentences with phrase «environmental groups also»

Environmental groups also say the bill could set off a boom in the construction of new coal plants because of provisions that would restrict legal efforts to block such projects.

Environmental groups also oppose the plant, saying it overlaps with a marine protected area and runs counter to President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono's commitment to reduce carbon emissions.

The Obama administration and environmental groups also say the plan will spur new clean - energy jobs.

Environmental groups also wanted a high floor on the price of carbon and were wary of a ceiling that, if met, would result in more allowances than the agreed cap to be added to the market.

The Sierra Club and other environmental groups also lobbied heavily to kill diesels because of emissions concerns.

Environmental groups also argue that overconsumption by the farmers has damaged many natural habitats in California.

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But the move also sets up a battle with environmental groups and coastal governors opposed to drilling off the shores of states from California to North Carolina.

Opposition to NAFTA was also strong among environmental groups, who contended that the treaty's anti-pollution elements were woefully inadequate.

Funding for firefighting has also declined in Russia, where environmental groups claim that the number of fires is significantly underreported.

Viroment also signed a $ 100 million agreement with Guangye Guangdong Environmental Protection Group to address sewage sludge solids disposal requirements in South China.

The protest also comes amid continued activism by indigenous groups across the U.S., who have rallied over issues ranging from sports mascots to environmental causes such as the Dakota Access and Keystone XL oil pipelines.

Independent environmental advocacy groups have already been warning that benzene levels in some areas of Texas have reached worrying highs, while more than a dozen toxic waste sites were also flooded or destroyed.

TMX Group will contribute funding, resources and leading capital markets expertise to the Centre, and will also work to strengthen programs initiated by the Centre to mobilize private capital to tackle social and environmental problems.

In addition, we are also exploring a number of economic opportunities involving Indigenous groups and communities in environmental stewardship as well as innovative economic partnership opportunities and other long - term agreements outlining our commitment to engagement.

Members of its corporate citizenship group, which also monitors whether clients engaged in coal mining and oil drilling are adhering to Citigroup's environmental standards, will check in regularly on partners» gun - selling procedures, the company said.

«As will be shown at upcoming editions of the Sustainable Foods Summit, there are also health (food safety) and environmental impacts of food fraud,» the group outlined.

This embossing has been optimised for the Narrow - Neck Press and Blow (NNPB) production method, which also reduces the weight of the glass packaging by 32 %, helping to reduce environmental impact - an ongoing driver for Ardagh Group.

Advancing the practices for sustainability is also a prime motivator for the industry's vintners and growers,» said Chris Savage, Director of Environmental Affairs at E. & J. Gallo Winery and Co-chair of the Wine Institute Technical Committee's Environmental Working Group.

Drinks giants Diageo, Pernod Ricard and Bacardi have also pledged to stop using plastic straws and stirrers across their businesses, while drinks industry group the Scotch Whisky Association has also pledged its support as part of its Environmental Strategy.

Supported by industry leaders and prominent environmental conservation groups such as The Nature Conservancy and World Wildlife Fund (WWF), the AWS Standard is the first comprehensive global standard for measuring responsible water stewardship, not just in terms of environmental criteria, but also social and economic dimensions.

Created by industry leaders and prominent environmental conservation groups such as The Nature Conservancy and World Wildlife Fund (WWF), the AWS Standard is the first comprehensive global standard for measuring responsible water stewardship, not just in terms of environmental criteria, but also social and economic dimensions.

You can also go straight to the Environmental Working Group's Skin Deep Cosmetic Safety Database for comprehensive information on the toxicity levels of all sorts of baby care products.

A California environmental group found levels of lead in children's juice products that far exceed state law — and in some cases also exceed federal levels for young children.

This is not necessarily the exact amount of water you yourself will need — the IOM points out, «Given the extreme variability in water needs that are not solely based on differences in metabolism, but also in environmental conditions and activity, there is not a single level of water intake that would ensure adequate hydration and optimal health for half of all apparently healthy persons in all environmental conditions... the AI [Adequate Intake] does not represent a requirement; it is an amount that should meet the needs of almost everyone in the specific life stage group under the conditions described.»

The Environmental Working Group also recommends using products that do not contain potential hormone disruptors.

Joining me in the interview is Green Moms Carnival Founding Member, author, environmental expert, and XRF - gun wielding lead - toy - tester Jennifer Taggert — also known as The Smart Mama — and Lisa Frack, online parent organizer at The Environmental Wenvironmental expert, and XRF - gun wielding lead - toy - tester Jennifer Taggert — also known as The Smart Mama — and Lisa Frack, online parent organizer at The Environmental WEnvironmental Working Group.

You can also check with the environmental working group ranking (EWG) which does most of the research for you.

and also join the global campaign for a toxic - free world by reading the FAQ Sheet, Towards Healthy Environments for Children: Frequently asked questions about breastfeeding in a contaminated environment which emerged out of the combined efforts of breastfeeding and environmental health and justice groups in addressing breastfeeding in a contaminated environment.

Also at 10 a.m., environmental, business, local government, farmers and urban groups hold a rally for state Environmental Protection Fund funding, hallway leading into the Legislative Office Builenvironmental, business, local government, farmers and urban groups hold a rally for state Environmental Protection Fund funding, hallway leading into the Legislative Office BuilEnvironmental Protection Fund funding, hallway leading into the Legislative Office Building, Albany.

She has also contributed her expertise and leadership to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Committee of 100, the Executive Committee of the National Association of Manufacturing's State Associations Group, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation's High - Volume Hydraulic Fracturing Advisory Panel; the Foundation for Land and Liberty; Rensselaer County Alternatives to Incarceration, Binghamton University's Alumni Association; and the Susan Odell Taylor school.

The report, the product of the conference's Senate Democratic Policy Group, also calls for blocking budget sweeps from environmental protections funds in order to ensure the money fights climate change.

Congratulations also goes to the large coalition of labor unions, business groups, transit and environmental advocates and good government groups that supported passage of the bill this session, and identical bills in 2011.

The environmental group Riverkeeper said the department's objection agrees with many of its own findings about environmental and safety risks, also noting the «unquestionable feasibility» of replacing its electricity output from other sources.

Environmental groups such as the Natural Resources Defense Council, The Alliance for a Greater New York and the NYC Environmental Justice Alliance have also fought against the bill but they too lobby elected officials on a variety of issues.

Astorino's choice also shows his attention to the Southern Tier, which Astorino contends was failed by Cuomo over his indecision over whether to expand drilling for natural gas, which is opposed by environmental groups.

There are also citizen organizations which engage in lobbying activity, like environmental or consumer rights groups.

The group also includes Buffalo Republican Sen. Mark Grisanti and Long Island Democratic Assemblyman Bob Sweeney, both of whom chair their respective Environmental Conservation committees in the Senate and Assembly.

Jennifer Metzger, co-founder of the group Citizens for Local Power and also a member of the Rosendale Town Board, said Pilgrim's environmental reviews need to recognize that construction near creeks and streams could have broad impacts.

Manna has also served as Chair of the Rosendale Environmental Commission and Vice-Chair of the Ulster County Environmental Management Council, helped found the HV Green Building and Renewable Energy Working Group, was on the board of the Hudson Valley Materials Exchange, help start the Hudson Valley Biodiesel Coop, and is a long - standing member of the Mid-Ulster League of Women Voters and numerous other civic organizations.

The Legislature also determines that recent findings by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) make clear that ETS, or as it is more commonly known, «secondhand smoke», is a human carcinogen belonging in the category of Group A (known human) carcinogens.

Environmental groups say that the movement of facilities and services out of city and town centres is also to blame.

Also at noon, a coalition of groups opposed to Trump's agenda, including Food & Water Watch, Sierra Club, 350 NYC, 350 Brooklyn, WE ACT for Environmental Justice urge Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer to join their effort, 780 Third Ave., (Schumer's NYC office), Manhattan.

Also at 11 a.m., the Adirondack Council, Citizen Campaign for the Environment, Environmental Advocates of New York, Riverkeeper and other groups urge Cuomo and state legislators to invest $ 800 million into communities as part of the state budget, LCA Press Room # 130, Legislative Office Building, Albany.

Also at 10 a.m., a coalition of good - government and environmental groups as well as state lawmakers will push for the Senate to pass New York's Environmental Bienvironmental groups as well as state lawmakers will push for the Senate to pass New York's Environmental BiEnvironmental Bill of Rights.

Also at 11 a.m., the LIPA Board is expected to approve a contract for NY's first offshore wind farm, environmental groups will gather to demonstrate their support, 333 Earl Ovington Blvd., 4th Floor, Uniondale, Long Island.

Also at 6 p.m., a large coalition of environmental and civic groups opposed to the Port Ambrose offshore liquefied natural gas (LNG) facility will call for Cuomo to veto the project at a rally outside of a fundraiser the governor will attend at the Harvard Club, (which is not on his public schedule), 35 West 44th St., Manhattan.

Also at 1 p.m., environmental groups, impacted landowners and actor James Cromwell release letter asking Cuomo and the DEC to reject 401 Water Quality Certificate for proposed Constitution Pipeline, LCA press room (130), Legislative Office Building, Albany.

Also at noon, Long Island Clean Air Water and Soil, Food and Water Watch and other Long Island environmental groups rally to urge New York's U.S. senators to fight the Trump administration's «anti-science agenda,» 145 Pinelawn Road, Melville.

Ultimately, the group will work with the state Department of Environmental Conservation to determine how to protect the forests while also ensuring the lands will continue to supply timber to local mills that support about 100 jobs

Cuomo's Public Service Commission also approved the $ 2 billion Blackstone electricity power line project over the objections of labor and environmental groups.