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Nation’s lakes are under growing stress
More than one-fifth of the nation's lakes, ponds and reservoirs are in poor condition, according to a first-ever draft U.S. Environmental Protection Agency report. Stormwater flows into polluted...
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Rising sea level spurs studies, concerns and options
Several new reports on sea-level rise have trained a brighter spotlight on the phenomenon, which is expected to lead to increased flooding and storm damage in New Jersey. James G. Titus, sea-level rise...
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Earth’s croplands, other land and water via NASA
NASA today posted an image of croplands, other land and water on our planet. Satellites can help us manage global resources, such as forests, water and food, as pressure on them grows, according to...
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Rebuilding after Sandy: flood experts’ suggestions
"The point is, large events like Hurricanes Sandy and Irene WILL happen again." And communities need to better prepare for them. Those are some of the key messages in recommendations issued last month...
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Climate report: coastal, low-lying areas at risk
The Jet Star roller coaster, from the superstorm Sandy-wrecked Casino Pier in Seaside Heights, on Oct. 31, 2012 (file photo by Doug Hood/Staff Photographer) Watch out Jersey Shore, back bays and other...
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