Former EPA official cites overstatement of sulfuric acid risk
Dr. Robert S. Sansom, ex EPA air and water assistant administrator, says EPA overstated sulfuric acid pollution threat to justify a five year pause on auto exhaust cleanup. He conducted funded study for Manufacturers of Emission Controls Association and argues changes to devices could curb risk without dropping technology. EPA and industry debate the health impact and rulemaking plans continue.
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Motorgate: GM fires about three dozen employees in probe
GM announced it has fired about three dozen Chevrolet Division workers in a secret probe into inflated warranty claims and gifts from dealers. The action, tied to the Boston service investigator’s death, followed earlier firings in Bethpage Tarrytown Detroit and Boston as part of the ongoing inquiry.
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Productivity Edges Up Despite Fewer Hours in First Quarter
Government data show hours worked declined more than output, lifting productivity slightly in the first quarter. Manufacturing productivity plunged 7.2 percent due to a 3.4 percent output drop and 26.1 percent fewer hours, the worst since 1947. Real compensation rose 1.7 percent, lifting labor cost per unit by 9.7 percent.
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Officials dispute sulfate exposure study findings
Samson criticized the study for overestimating probable sulfate exposure due to faulty textures and said there is no direct evidence that airborne sulfuric acid mist at observed levels harms health. Hastages urged a careful review and consideration of policy responses.
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