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Emily Harris

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Hot Air over Leaf Blowers

August 14, 2013

In Los Angeles, a move to ban leaf blowers has ignited a class struggle between gardeners and some homeowners. After years of wrangling, the Los Angeles City Council has voted to ban the use of gas powered leaf blowers within 500 feet of residences due to noise. The ban takes effect in just about a […]

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Pollution Credits in LA

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