The Tenth Great Lakes Regional Meeting of the American Chemical Society met to assess current Chemical Research activity in the Great Lakes Basin, and addressed to the various aspects of the theme, Chemistry of the Great Lakes. Research areas reviewed included watershed studies, atmospheric and aquatic studies, and sediment studies. (BT)

A utility boiler field test program was conducted. The objectives were to determine new or improved NO (x) emission factors by fossil fuel type and boiler design, and to assess the scope of applicability of combustion modification techniques for controlling NO (x) emissions from such installations. A statistically designed test program was…

Contrasts the effects of a policy of regulation of pollutant discharge by enforcement of a permit system with the likely consequences of a policy of charging for effluents, thus increasing the cost of discharge. The charge for residuals is favored, and it is suggested that trials of the system be conducted, perhaps with a federal tax on emission…

This study was made in two phases. Phase I was conducted to obtain extensive information about "The Wall Street Journal's" subscribers on their business activities, purchasing influence, involvement in pollution control, personal resources, etc. Those personally active in anti-pollution programs received a second survey dealing with environmental…

Cadmium levels in the environment, food, and human tissue are given. The industrial uses and toxicology of the element are discussed. (BB)

The use of remote sensing to quickly detect and efficiently monitor environmental problems is discussed. Available technology, typical operations procedure, and film choice are detailed. (BT)

The findings of the 1972 Environmental Job Opportunities Survey indicate that the widely held view that environmental pollution control activities will generate large numbers of new jobs is overly optimistic. However the limitations of the survey are pointed out, with the suggestion that caution be applied in the interpreting its results. (SA)

Shows that excess pollution arises because the waste disposal capacity of the environment is provided free of charge. Proposes a tax on materials removed from the environment, with refunds varying with the method of disposal: harmless methods obtaining full refund, most harmful disposal attracting no refund. Tax to be based on social cost of most…

A Canadian scientist discusses his country's environmental monitoring programs (by parameter and medium), points out their strengths and weaknesses, and indicates some possible directions for future efforts in the field of environmental monitoring at both the national and international level. (BT)

This document provides an overall perspective of the activities of the Environmental Protection Agency, Region VII. Emphasis is given to the program activities of the water division, air and hazardous materials division, and the enforcement division. Issues and problems are discussed on a regional and state-by-state basis. Region VII includes the…