The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) says on its website: “If you break a thermometer while using it or if you improperly dispose of it, the thermometer will release mercury vapors that are harmful to human and ecological health.” There is no dispute that mercury is a toxic gas; it can cause brain damage, is a threat to child development … [Read more...]
The EPA Plans to Repeal Emissions Rule for Heavy-Duty Trucks
The EPA recently proposed a rule repealing Obama-era standards meant to limit the environmental impact of heavy duty trucks – specifically targeting old engines and their greenhouse gas emissions. Gliders and trailers are at the center of the regulation in question. The former refers to the casing around the engine, including the cab. The latter is … [Read more...]
