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Water is worth it!

June 24, 2012June 24, 2012 by elen

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This year, EPA, the United States Environmental Protection Agency, is celebrating its 40th anniversary of the Clean Water Act with the slogan "Water is worth it" and is inviting you to this exciting journey! People around the globe are able to participate in the conversation about clean water with activities,…

Vermont opened the way to ban fracking!

May 18, 2012May 18, 2012 by elen

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Fracking, formally known as hydraulic fracturing, is the technique where water, sand and chemicals are injected under high pressure deep into the earth, to crack the shale rock; releasing in that way petroleum and natural gas. What's new in this field? Just yesterday, Vermont's governor has signed a bill making…