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By Heidi Schwartz, on July 2, 2010, at 9:24 am
The retro-technology, called “biomonitoring,” uses live honeybees to gauge air pollution levels from jet exhaust and ground transportation vehicles used in and around the facilities. The honey is taken from these bees is then tested for impurities.
Continue reading FRIDAY FUNNY: What’s The Latest Buzz Around IAQ?
By Anne Vazquez, on June 29, 2010, at 9:05 am
The LAX Coastal Area Chamber of Commerce presented the authority with its Sustainability Award.
Continue reading LA Airport Authority Receives Award
By Heidi Schwartz, on September 23, 2009, at 9:35 am
Gibraltar Airport is famous for two things: transporting British tourists to and from the Iberian Peninsula and its proximity to the city it serves. While incredibly convenient, this close proximity–less than 1/3 of a mile–creates some major problems.
Continue reading WEIRD WEDNESDAY: Airport Planning FAIL
By Anne Vazquez, on September 4, 2009, at 8:35 am
Two grants awarded through the FAA’s Airport Improvement Program will allow for the purchase and installation of new solar panels, heaters, and chillers at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
Continue reading Houston Airport Receives Grant, Will Tackle Emissions
By Anne Vazquez, on August 24, 2009, at 9:35 am
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed a new rule that would make deicing practices on aircraft and at airport runways more environmentally friendly while maintaining operational safety.
Continue reading EPA Looks At Airport Deicing
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