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  Evaluating Research Efficiency in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency 

  http://www.nap.edu/catalog.php?record_id=12150

  Description: A new book from the National Research Council recommends changes in how the federal government evaluates the efficiency of research at EPA and other agencies. Assessing efficiency should be ... considered only one part of gauging a program's quality, relevance, and ... Read More Description A new book from the National Research Council recommends changes in how the federal government evaluates the efficiency of research at EPA and other agencies. Assessing efficiency should be considered only one part of gauging a program's quality, relevance, and effectiveness. The efficiency of research processes and that of investments should be evaluated using different approaches. Investment efficiency should examine whether an agency's R&D portfolio, including the budget, is relevant, of high quality, matches the agency's strategic plan. These evaluations require panels of experts. In contrast, process efficiency should focus on "inputs" (the people, funds, and facilities dedicated to re   [More...] [Less...]

  First added: 4 February 2008, by: Tim Woodall  [Report as spam]

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  Tags:  environment, epa, research

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  Scorecard Home 

  http://www.scorecard.org/

  We think American citizens have a right to know what toxic chemicals are being released into their communities. But the EPA recently proposed to limit the information that companies are required to disclose ... about the hazardous chemicals they release into our environment. By reducing the reporting requirements of its Toxics Release Inventory program, the EPA would take away an important tool for protecting public health and reducing industrial pollution. There is no justification for weakening this successful program, other than to please corporate polluters, who view public disclosure as a costly nuisance. That's why we must submit as many comments as possible by the January 13th deadline strongly opposing this dangerous proposal! Take Action today! Campaign sponsored by Care2   [More...] [Less...]

  First added: 7 February 2008, by: Tim Woodall  [Report as spam]

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  Tags:  chemicals, environment, pollution, toxicity

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  Untitled Document [pdf]

  http://www.unep.org/geo/yearbook/yb2008/report/UNEP_YearBook2008_Full_EN.pdf

  The UNEP Year Book 2008 highlights the increasing complexity and interconnections of climate change, ecosystem integrity, human well-being, and economic development. It examines the emergence and influence ... of economic mechanisms and market driven approaches for addressing environmental degradation. It describes recent research findings and policy decisions that affect our awareness of and response to changes in our global environment. In three sections, the UNEP Year Book 2008 focuses on recent environmental events, developments, and scientific findings: The Global Overview surveys the significant environmental events that gained prominence during 2007. Using graphs, charts, and photos with examples from regional experiences, the overview also tracks new scientific and policy developments on the environmental front. The Feature Focus documents some of the creative efforts already working in markets and financial circles to fight the growing climate crisis. The section also e   [More...] [Less...]

  First added: 7 March 2008, by: Tim Woodall  [Report as spam]

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  Nanotechnology: A Policy Primer [pdf]

  http://www.fas.org/sgp/crs/misc/RL34511.pdf

  Order Code RL34511 Nanotechnology: A Policy Primer May 20, 2008 John F. Sargent Specialist in Science and Technology Policy Resources, Science, and Industry Division Nanotechnology: A Policy Primer Summary ... Nanoscale science, engineering and technology — commonly referred to collectively as nanotechnology — is believed by many to offer extraordinary economic and societal benefits. Congress has demonstrated continuing support for nanotechnology and has directed its attention primarily to three topics that may affect the realization of this hoped for potential: federal research and development (R&D) in nanotechnology; U.S. competitiveness; and environmental, health, and safety (EHS) concerns. This report provides an overview of these topics — which are discussed in more detail in current and upcoming CRS reports — and two others: nanomanufacturing and public understanding of and attitudes toward nanotechnology. The development of this emerging field has been fostered by significant and su   [More...] [Less...]

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  210X297 [pdf]

  http://www.oecd.org/dataoecd/30/10/40202689.pdf

  OECD ENVIRONMENTAL OUTLOOK TO 2030 ISBN 978-92-64-04051-9 © OECD 2008 – 1 OECD Environmental Outlook to 2030 Summary in English  How will economic and social developments drive environmental change to ... 2030? What policies are needed to address the main environmental challenges? How can OECD and non-OECD countries best work together to tackle these challenges?  The OECD Environmental Outlook to 2030 provides analyses of economic and environmental trends to 2030, and simulations of policy actions to address the key challenges. Without new policies, we risk irreversibly damaging the environment and the natural resource base needed to support economic growth and well-being. The costs of policy inaction are high.  But the Outlook shows that tackling the key environmental problems we face today -- including climate change, biodiversity loss, water scarcity and the health impacts of pollution -- is both achievable and affordable. It highlights a mix of policies that can address these chall   [More...] [Less...]

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