Critical List: Obama EPA goes easier on oil producers than Bush EPA; NYC could ban large sodas

The Bush EPA was tougher on oil and gas producers than the Obama EPA — enforcement actions are at their lowest level in years. New York City could ban the sale of large sodas. Properties close to national wildlife refuges have greater value. Geothermal energy could provide one-fifth of the United Kingdom’s power. Easter chicks: […]

The Bush EPA was tougher on oil and gas producers than the Obama EPA — enforcement actions are at their lowest level in years.

New York City could ban the sale of large sodas.

Properties close to national wildlife refuges have greater value.

Geothermal energy could provide one-fifth of the United Kingdom’s power.

Easter chicks: So cute! So giving you salmonella.

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