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Their opposition to cap-and-trade intensified when they weren't granted liberal exemptions under the greenhouse gas bill that passed the House last summer -- the bill that this Senate version is meant

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Like many economists, oil companies maintain that it is an inefficient system, with too many middle men to handle the complex trading of permits.via money.cnn.comI've heard very few economists describ

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In the next couple of weeks, lawmakers are expected to unveil an unprecedented climate change proposal that may open up more areas for offshore drilling and cut emissions through a cap on greenhouse g

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A little over 24 hours left to get your entries in for the most anticipated NCAA Tournament Pool in the environmental economics sub-blogosphere. All entries are due by Thursday at noon.Entries are f

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Sometime in the 19th century, as St. Patrick's Day parades were flourishing, wearing the color green became a show of commitment to Ireland, Meagher said.In 1962 the show of solidarity took a spectac

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From the inbox:We have 4 shows for you this week starting Wednesday, better known as St. Patty's Day. Bafoodus will be supplying the music for what has become Americas favorite drinking holiday. Thu

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Phil Miller at Market Power: Should the government somehow subsidize environmentally-friendly products such as organically grown tomatoes or free-range chicken? Doing so, some proponents would say,

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Why is there a totally different culture within the same occupation? Which approach is better at achieving a university s goal of hiring the best person? Which makes the participants feel better

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Over a GoBlueRidge.net, in response to the announcement that they'll no longer allow visitors to feed the bears at Grandfather Mountain:well, i for one get tired of those who sit on their butts all da

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Reminder: The third annual EnvEcon NCAA Tournament Pool is open forbusiness. Entries are free. The winner gets bragging rights and ahighly invaluable Drive Less bumper stickerJust click here t

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