Exxon oil spill leaves Arkansas neighborhood in shock

By Lisa Song Contributing Writer Editor’s Note: The rupture of an oil pipeline last week carrying Canadian tar sands has focused national attention on the

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‘Resilience’ theme irks locals at green conference

By Susan Buchanan Contributing Writer Last week, earth-conscious representatives from the U.S., Mexico and Canada gathered in New Orleans at a conference on resilient communities,

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U.S. sets new duties on Chinese solar imports
By Zhang Yuwei Contributing Writer (Special from China Daily to New America Media)—The United States Commerce Department announced on Tuesday a preliminary decision to impose duties on solar cells and panels imported ... City plans new, greener options for public transit
By Susan Buchanan The Louisiana Weekly The Crescent City — never a candidate for an underground, subway system — has had on-and-off success with public transit. For now, cars are the preferred ... Going Green: The impact of sustainable industry and living
By Zoe Sullivan The Louisiana Weekly The blast of a train horn is just part of the background noise at The Green Project, which abuts the a gravel driveway next to the ...