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September 2010

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To transform the way buildings and communities are designed, built and operated, enabling an environmentally and socially responsible, healty and prosperous environment that improves the quality of life.

A Toxic Century: Mining Giant Must Clean Up Mess

In December, the Justice Department announced a settlement in one of the largest environmental bankruptcies in U.S. history.The American Smelting and Refining Company, known as Asarco, will pay a record $1.79 billion to settle claims for hazardous waste pollution at 80 sites in as many as 20 states.
Cleanup will begin this year on one of Asarco's most notorious properties — the copper smelter in El Paso, Texas.

The Credential Maintenance Program.

Green Drinks is an informal networking event where environmentally
minded people meet over drinks. Come join us for an evening of conver-
sation and cocktails.
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Green Drinks is not a Chihuahuan Desert Chapter official event.

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Should the ASARCO smokestack on the west side of El Paso be demolished?

	Yes, it is a symbol of an environmental catastrophe
	Yes, it will benefit the redevelopment of the site
	Yes, I hate it
	No, it brings good memories, when plenty of jobs were available
	No, we used to be proud of the tallest smokestack in the United States
	No, it is part of El Paso's history
	I don't really care

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