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Pneumatic nailers under fire; assessing the risks of broken compact fluorescents; big builders rank low on sustainability; DeWalt recalls popular table saw; more
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New Rule from EPA Could Cause Confusion
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a final regulation imposing new requirements on anyone—including apartment maintenance workers—engaged in renovation, repair, and painting activities that disturb lead-based paint in housing built before 1978.
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EPA and DOE Kick Off Change a Light Tour
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) began the 10-city, 20-day Energy Star Change a Light Bus Tour on October 3, 2007 (dubbed Change a Light Day), to promote Energy Star's message that using energy-efficient lighting products is an easy way for...
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Regional News
CHICAGO A private-public initiative will provide $12 million in financing to help affordable housing owners replace windows in about 2,000 apartments that city officials say are likely contaminated with lead-based paint because of their age.
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EPA's Climate Leaders Program Grows
From an original membership of 11, the ranks of the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Climate Leaders program—established in 2002 to provide guidance and recognition to companies developing and implementing corporate greenhouse gas reduction strategies—has swelled to 138 partners, which now...
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Look for equipment that will move the heaviest coating you're likely to use.
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Construction emissions face scrutiny in California; paint-related lawsuits multiply; licensing in Georgia; more
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Small builders join forces; California bill slashes lead in plumbing; more
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U.S.-Canada lumber deal; FEMA guidelines; OSHA ruse; lead threat; more
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New EPA lead-paint rules; hurricane relief; California's smog fee; cement supply; more