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| Polar Year Explores How Earth Systems Interact |
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August 20, 2008
In-depth Coverage
The poles help keep the planet cool and contain much of the Earth's fresh water locked up in ice sheets. But little is known about these remote regions. Scientists are hoping to change that during a two-year intensive period of study involving more than 60 nations.
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| Residents, Bottlers Spar Over Maine Water |
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August 18, 2008
Report
Bottled water company Poland Spring sells nearly 700 million gallons of water each year -- much of it pumped from aquifers in Maine. But activists across the state are fighting the company, saying that taking such large amounts of water could permanently damage the aquifers. Tom Bearden reports.
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| RELATED INFORMATION | | Michigan Residents Fight Water Company
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