EMS has put together a timeline of all the Bush Administration's environmental decisions and budget priorities to date . The League of Conservation Voters last week released a citizen's guide to the first 100 days. Click here for information and resources on the Bush environmental budget, along with a summary of DOE budget proposals from the DOE's Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Network. The public comment period closes May 18 on a proposal by the U.S. Navy to operate its controversial Low Frequency Active Sonar on the world's open oceans. The sonar can cause whales and dolphins to beach themselves and die, and the National Marine Fisheries Service is considering exempting the Navy from marine animal protection laws when operating the sonar system.
Some scientists believe the sonar represents a potentially devastating threat to marine life.
This spring, instead of stocking up on toxic cleaning products, homeowners can clean with safer, time-tested ingredients already in their pantries. The typical American home contains three to 10 gallons of hazardous materials, many of which take the form of cleaning products, polishes and drain openers. Health effects of ingredients in household products may include respiratory problems, eye irritation, cancer and disruption of the endocrine system. Click here for facts on toxic cleaning products, safer alternatives and expert contacts. May 4 Energy Foundation Challenges Abraham Energy Foundation President Hal Harvey cites two recent actions by Energy Secretary Abraham that undermine U.S. energy security.