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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is seeking advice from the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) before making a final determination on whether to issue a national regulation for perchlorate in drinking water, according to a Jan. 8 press release.
The Green Youth Award is an annual program sponsored by the Illinois EPA that recognizes the outstanding and innovative efforts of youth in Illinois who are working on environmental and conservation friendly projects. Eligible projects involve one or more of the following categories: waste reduction, prevention or reduction of pollution in the air (climate change/global warming), land or water; restoration, preservation or enhancement of natural areas; and energy or water efficiency. Applications are due by March 20, 2009 and can be obtained online at www.epa.state.il.us/green-youth/index.html or by calling 217-557-7826. The Awards ceremony will be on Earth Day, April 22 in Springfield at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library.
