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By Emily Guerin

Western States Tighten Vaccination Rules

Emily Guerin · Mar 19, 2014

The stereotype that rural “back-to-the-landers” are the biggest group of vaccine resisters needs an update. The anti-vaccine movement cuts across geography and politics. Some states are changing their laws in response.

Colo. Sets Limits on Methane Air Pollution

Emily Guerin · Mar 6, 2014

New measures will require oil and gas drillers to fix leaks and control emissions in a first-of-its kind move designed to improve rural air quality.

Energy

As Lake Levels Fall, Power Bills May Climb

Emily Guerin · Feb 20, 2014

The lack of rain to fill California’s reservoirs means less hydro power. Customers will likely be paying more for electricity as utilities turn to more expensive power-generation sources. In other parts of the West, power bills have already…

Energy

TVA’s Colorado-Coal Connection

Emily Guerin · Feb 4, 2014

TVA’s decreased demand for coal has repercussions far beyond the electric utility’s Southeast service region coalfields. Colorado mines, 1,500 miles to the west, are also feeling the impact.