As the electric car makes its way back onto the market, researchers can’t seem to agree on the benefits of plugging in versus filling up. Nicole McCallum provides a history and overview of the electric car, and summarizes the discussion.

Industrial environmental standards have grown in importance and national focus in recent years, providing an opportunity to improve standards to yield both health and environmental benefits. James O’Shea from the maacenter outlines the impact and health consequences of inadequate industrial standards.