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The Debate Over Acid Precipitation: Opposing Views and Status of Research

EMD-81-131 Published: Sep 11, 1981. Publicly Released: Sep 11, 1981.
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GAO undertook an analysis of the acid rain phenomenon by examining the current state of knowledge on the subject; the type of information that can be expected from the scientific work in progress; and the likely consequences for energy development, the environment, and economic development should regulatory action be taken now instead of waiting until more information is available.

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Acid rainAir pollutionCoalConservationEnergy lawEnergy suppliesEnvironmental monitoringEnvironmental policiesEnvironmental researchInternational relationsLakesWeatherRivers