Earth Day Network’s Urban Environment Report (UER) scores the current environmental performance of 72 of our nation’s cities based on over 200 indicators, taking into account those populations which may have greater sensitivity or susceptibility to environmental, health, and social problems.
The Urban Environment Report broadens our view of environmental quality of life by taking into account those who often suffer the most but are heard the least. Earth Day Network’s mission is to grow and diversify the environmental movement worldwide, and to mobilize it as the most effective vehicle for promoting a healthy, sustainable planet. We pursue these goals through education, politics, events, and consumer activism. |
US Stock Market Crash: Implications on Economy
US stocks slumped once again spreading ripples of uncertainty across the financial markets worldwide. This stumble as recorded on 29th February 2008 marked a resultant drop in business activity, which reached a record low since 2001. The credit market losses are estimated at over $600 billion as per UBS AG.
American International Group Inc., the largest global insurance company, posted its highest quarterly deficit in 89 years. The following two weeks saw a landslide decline in its stocks. Sprint Nextel Corp. the third largest US wireless carrier also recorded a decline. The figure was very near to the six-year low attained by the company. All the ten industries listed in the Standard & Poor's 500 Index marched a retreat. The axe fell mainly on the banks and the phone companies |
