U.S., Canada agree on Great Lakes cleanup
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The US and Canada have agreed to cooperate on the clean-up of the Great Lakes. The effort involves the reduction of pollutants going into the lakes. Separate agreements to reduce transboundary air pollution and to cooperate on research and development were also signed.The Great Lakes region supports a human population of 33 million. Half of that populace obtains drinking water from the lakes.
Publication Name: Safety & Health
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0891-1797
Year: 1997
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EPA update
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An update on issues involving the Environmental Protection Agency is discussed. Topics concerning environmental protection efforts, reports on chemical inventories, and air-quality regulations are examined.
Publication Name: Safety & Health
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0891-1797
Year: 1999
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