By Lanny Brannock Department for Environmental Protection Hidden amongst the trees and in the ravines of Kentucky are rivers that rival any in our country for beauty and quality. Not only are these rivers aesthetically pleasing, they provide drinking water, a resource for crop irrigation, and recreational opportunities […]
By Roberta Burnes Division for Air Quality Photos courtesy of Shutterstock Every year, Americans burn more than 800 million gallons of gasoline mowing their lawns. Our love affair with the perfect lawn comes at a hefty price for public health and the environment. Gas mowers emit hydrocarbons, […]
By Roberta Burnes Division for Air Quality What can forests tell us about the air we breathe? On a misty October morning, a group of people gathered in the shadow of Pine Mountain to help answer just that question. One by one, each approached a tree with clipboards […]
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