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What does a natural gas transmission and distribution company with  a multi-state pipeline network have to do to minimize impacts on an endangered species?  Typically, the Endangered Species Act requires species-by-species permitting at regular intervals over several years, including review of habitat conservation plans for each species, on a state-by-state basis.  If a company is trying to protect multiple species’ habitats over an extended time period through several states, the existing regime can be too punctuated, burdensome and ad hoc for streamlined, holisitc habitat protection.

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Kudos to National Grid for being globally recognized as the top green utility in Newsweek’s 2011 Green Rankings Report. Newsweek evaluated companies based on environmental impact, environmental management, and disclosure. National Grid ranked 167 out of 500 worldwide companies, and was the top-scoring in the utility sector.  Factors considered in the ranking included emissions of greenhouse gases, water use, and solid waste disposal. The ranking recognizes and commends National Grid’s corporate responsibility and contribution to society.