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The Science Of Groundwater
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We delve into the science of groundwater: How it collects, how it moves beneath the ground and how it’s drained and replenished. Also a profile of Lieutenant Laura Cook of Castleton, who’s serving in the Vermont Guard in Afghanistan.VPR News
Experts say benefits, hazards of composting operations pose a balancing act
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Experts say Vermont needs to develop rules for large-scale composting businesses that recognize both the benefits and the potential hazards of the operations.VPR News
Midday Newscast June 10, 2008
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The statewide average price for gas exceeded $4 a gallon for the first time this morning; Vermont has a new law designed to monitor the use of large quantities of groundwater; more…VPR News
New law protects groundwater
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Vermont has a new law designed to monitor the use of large quantities of groundwater.VPR News
Groundwater protection bill goes to governor
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It’s up to Governor Jim Douglas now whether to sign into law a bill that would designate Vermont’s underground aquifers a public trust like its lakes and rivers and require a state permit for large withdrawals of groundwater.VPR News
Lawmakers move toward adjournment in Montpelier
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Vermont lawmakers shift into high gear this week, hoping to act on a number of items in time to adjourn their 2007-2008 session Friday or Saturday. Still awaiting their attention is a $214 million economic stimulus package proposed by Governor Jim Douglas.VPR News
Expert: Water shortages will be biggest problem of 21st century
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A joint committee of the House and Senate heard today from a Canadian expert on water issues who said that water shortages will be the biggest problem facing the world in the 21st century.VPR News
Senate passes groundwater protection bill
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The Vermont Senate has passed a bill aimed at protecting the state’s underground waters.VPR News