Program recycles more than 128,000 pounds of plastic pesticide containers
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The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services has announced the results of the 2014 recycling program for plastic pesticide containers.
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Virginia Tech paleontologist discovers, names ancient reptile
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Sterling Nesbitt, an assistant professor of geological sciences in the Virginia Tech College of Science, has been responsible for naming more than half a dozen reptiles (including dinosaurs) in his young career.
Virginia Tech researcher affirms successful natural resource management built on trust
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Trust is an important driver of collaboration, conflict resolution, and enhanced group performance in the business world as well as in the management of natural resources.
Virginia Festival of the Book announces 2015 headline events, confirmed authors
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Life stories, poetry, and football will be featured in headliner events for the 2015 Virginia Festival of the Book, recently announced by Festival program director Jane Kulow.
Albemarle Supervisors respond to legislation impacting Route 29 funding
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A state budget amendment that could significantly impact the planned Route 29 Solutions infrastructure investment in Albemarle County was introduced this week in the General Assembly by Delegate Rob Bell.
VCU researcher receives NSF grant to extend lifespan of Li-ion batteries
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A VCU professor has received a five-year, $505,000 award from the National Science Foundation to make lithium-ion batteries — which power electric vehicles and portable electronic devices — far more efficient, sustainable and environmentally friendly.
Researchers call for changes in 50 year-old drinking water standards
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Changes in drinking water quality in the 21st century are coming from a myriad of circumstances, and not all are for the best.
Hardide Coatings to invest $7.25 million to establish first Virginia operation
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Hardide Coatings, Inc., a manufacturer of advanced surface coatings, will invest $7.25 million to establish its first Virginia operation in Henry County and create 29 new jobs.
Virginia groups applaud President Obama for efforts to curb climate impacts
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Virginia groups issued the following statement following the President’s State of the Union address, offering strong support for the EPA’s Clean Power Plan.
Dominion Virginia Power planning Virginia’s first large-scale solar project
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Dominion Virginia Power filed an application with the Virginia State Corporation Commission Tuesday to build Virginia’s first large-scale solar facility.
