Christian Science Monitor (Free subscription) | 11/07/2009
When President Obama signed an extension and expansion of the home-buyer tax credit into law Friday, he gave Realtors, homebuilders, and prospective home buyers a reason to cheer. But the legislation also has many Monitor readers asking questions about whether or not they can take advantage of the offer — a ...
Voices (Free subscription) | 11/19/2009
California created the nation's first energy-efficiency standard for television sets, arguing that it needed to act because federal energy officials have been slow to confront the issue. Under the standard adopted Wednesday by the California Energy Commission, no TV with a screen size less than 58 inches may be sold in the state after 2011 unless it meets limits on energy consumption.
Environmental Leader (Free subscription) | 11/18/2009
... boilers, water source heat pumps and wind farm projects will be allowed but only if they meet limits on size, noise levels and visual impact, reports the Telegraph.New research that biomass is increasing in popularity in the UK as it pursues its 20 percent renewables target by 2020.The published by the Department for Communities and Local Government will allow wind turbines of up to 15 feet...
Off the Kuff (Free subscription) | 11/04/2009
This is a pleasant surprise. Houston, once considered the nation’s capital of dirty air, is on the verge of meeting federal limits for smog for the first time. If the numbers hold as the smog season draws to an end, the eight-county region will meet the limit for the lung-irritating pollutant by the narrowest of margins. The U.S. [...]
Market Watch (Free subscription) | 11/12/2009
It's also important to review your coverage either when you've had a major life event or if your bank has merged with another institution where you hold accounts. In that case, the accounts will be covered separately for six months after a merger, giving you time to restructure them to meet the limits above. Life events like the death of a spouse are another time to pay attention, especially...
Houston Chronicle (Free subscription) | 11/03/2009
Michael Paulsen: Chronicle A runner takes advantage of a beautiful day at Sabine Park near Allen Parkway on Monday. The sky was so clear and blue that it could’ve been ordered to celebrate the news that Houston is on track to meet the federal smog guidelines for the first time.Houston, once considered the nation's capital of dirty air, is on the verge of meeting federal limits...
Maritime News (Free subscription) | 11/02/2009
The Exhaust Gas Cleaning Systems Association (EGCSA) has developed a code of conduct. This was agreed at this week’s first anniversary AGM and was aimed at sustaining the integrity of its members and enhancing the viability of marine scrubbing technology as a means of meeting current and future emissions standards
asap news (Free subscription) | 11/06/2009
... Airport is the first in Northern Ireland to take the initiative, helping travellers meet the limits that are in place for taking liquids on board. Passengers of the terminal can benefit from free airport bags, where they can put up to 100ml liquid containers. The Belfast Airport-branded resealable bags, available to travellers as they draw near the security checks, eliminate the need for...
Reuters UK (Free subscription) | 10/30/2009
... wary ahead of a slew of U.S. events and economic indicators next week, including a Federal Reserve meeting, limiting gains a bit.Japan's earnings season peaks on Friday, with big names such as Sony Corp (6758.T), Toshiba Corp (6502.T) and Panasonic (6752.T) all due to announce after the close.Market players said the benchmark Nikkei .N225 was likely to move between 9,900 and 10,100. It closed...
The Dayton Business Journal (Free subscription) | 10/23/2009
... say when a decision would be made. She said they are waiting to hear from the union to schedule a meeting to discuss what will happen next.She said the proposed health plan would have covered employees at 100 percent for the first $3,200 of individual expenses and the first $6,400 of family expenses through a company-funded Health Reimbursement Arrangement.After meeting those limits,...
