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Albemarle County Board of Supervisors August 3, 2011 (revised)

Uncover insights on mercury sources, childhood asthma, scientific misconduct, and more from a Potpourri presentation by Charles Battig. Explore the implications of farm equipment regulations on farmers. Learn about the White House Rural Council's impact on agriculture. Delve into the complexities of environmental research and policy-making.

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Albemarle County Board of Supervisors August 3, 2011 (revised)

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  1. Albemarle CountyBoard of SupervisorsAugust 3, 2011 (revised) Potpourri presentation by Charles Battig

  2. Environmental Science Using The “Delphi Technique”

  3. Maternal Hair Dryers And Childhood Asthma

  4. Mercury Is A Natural Component Of Our Environment China: 400 tons of mercury from power plants; US: 40 tons of mercury from power plants; Forest fires: 40 tons of mercury; Cremation: 20 tons of mercury Volcanoes, geysers, and underwater ocean vents: 9,000 -10,000 tons

  5. Real Clouds vs. Computer Models

  6. More Scientific Misconduct In Addition To The Climategate Scandal • Polar-bear researcher under investigation • Federal wildlife biologist Charles Monnett, one of the scientists whose observation that polar bears likely drowned in the Arctic helped galvanize the global-warming movement, was placed on administrative leave while officials investigate scientific-misconduct accusations. • By BECKY BOHRER • The Associated Press

  7. White House Rural Council Targets Farmers • May 5, 2011, Department of Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood proposed a rule change for farm equipment and all operators of farm equipment • All farm vehicles and implements would be re-classified as Commercial Vehicles • All farmers and farm personnel would be required to obtain a Commercial Drivers License in order to operate any such equipment • Insurance of $750,000 and detailed equipment operation log keeping would be required • A physical exam and drug testing every two years

  8. For Some Planners It Is More Than Just About Parking Places And Park Space

  9. Official Propaganda From The U.S. Department Of Education

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