NAPAP releases interim assessment: New acid rain report elicits much criticism

Journal Article · Sun Nov 01 04:00:00 EST 1987 · Journal of Forestry; (USA)

OSTI ID:5165680

This short article discusses the controversial report issued in September of 1987 by the National Acid Precipitation Assessment Program (NAPAP). The report downplays the effects of acid rain on forests, crops, and materials. Environmentalists have attacked the report as a political expression of the Reagan administration. McMillan, Canada's Minister of the Environment, charged that the conclusions were out of step with current scientific research and public demand for more action. NAPAP has seven task forces studying various aspects of the issue and officials from 12 different government agencies participate in the various committees and task forces.

• OSTI ID: 5165680
• Journal Information: Journal of Forestry; (USA), Journal Name: Journal of Forestry; (USA) Vol. 85:11; ISSN JFUSA; ISSN 0022-1201
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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