Day: 18 May 2007

Energy and planning White Papers cause alarm

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Power plant to run on gasified waste

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World’s biggest wind farm planned off Devon coast

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New asbestos removal method ‘reduces risks and costs’

An alternative asbestos removal technique that also cuts costs has been shown to reduce asbestos exposure risks for demolition workers, a US agency has said following the first demonstration project.

Chromium in drinking water shown to cause cancer

A chemical found in drinking water causes malignant tumours in lab animals, the US National Institutes of Health said following a two-year study, suggesting the chemical could be behind human cancers.

Face pack for Taj Mahal

Famous world wide as an enduring monument to love, India's Taj Mahal is beginning to show signs of its age - and apparently needs a mud pack to be restored to its pristine glory.

Smarter working could help environment

Home working and flexible hours could help tackle environmental problems like carbon emissions and traffic congestion, according to champions of new work structures.

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