Environment

Study: Young People Not So ‘Green’ After All

They have a reputation for being environmentally minded do-gooders, but a study finds today’s young Americans are less interested in the environment.

2012/03/15

Monsanto Tests Drought Resistant Corn

Monsanto says the corn won’t be a panacea for drought-stricken farmers but when combined with improved agricultural practices could help those in areas like the western Great Plains.

2012/03/13

Saving the Sheepnose and Spectaclecase

The sheepnose and spectaclecase mussels will be protected following an agreement reached last summer between the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Washington, Center for Biological Diversity.

2012/03/13

Cotton Farming, Getty Images, Joe Valtierra

Study: People Will Pay Extra for U.S. Made Products

Consumers were willing to pay up to $5 more for a $30 cotton shirt produced sustainably in the U.S.

2012/03/06

A Bill to Widen Exemption on Unemployment Benefits

A Missouri House member is seeking to expand a law that exempts businesses from being charged for the unemployment benefits of some short-term employees.

2012/03/06

Missouri S&T Wins Award for ‘Smart’ Grid Research

The aim is to transform the nation’s power grid and speed renewable electric-energy technologies into homes and businesses.

2012/03/05

Report: St. Louis 7th Smoggiest City In US

St. Louis finds itself placed high on another list it would rather not be included on.

2011/09/22

EPA Funds Chemical Facility Audits

The grant will audit facilities with large amounts of regulated chemicals.

2011/08/12

Mo. Judge Pulls 180 on Renewable Energy Law

His previous ruling sided with energy providers challenging the law.

2011/07/29

New Green Initiative in Illinois

“Illinois is on the forefront of not only reducing waste but in creating the infrastructure for building a new sustainable environmental industry.”

2011/06/06

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