Enlibra

*'s nominee to head the EPA is one of the creators of this principle of environmental regulations. Proponents hail enlibra as a creative way to achieve progress on environmental issues. On the other hand, environmentalists warn that the guidelines can be used to overturn strict state or federal pollution standards.

Check out the information from their website. it's early in the morning, but it seems to make a concerted effort to use a lot of words to say nothing.

From the Enlibra website:

What is Enlibra?
Enlibra is the name of a set of principles for protecting air, land and water. The principles have proven effective in resolving environmental and natural resource disputes in a more inclusive manner. The word Enlibra was coined by the Western Governors to symbolize balance and stewardship. This site is designed to provide background information on Enlibra and links to other resources.

Enlibra Principles
National Standards, Neighborhood Solutions - Assign Responsibilities at the Right Level

Collaboration, Not Polarization - Use Collaborative Processes to Break Down Barriers and Find Solutions

Reward Results, Not Programs - Move to a Performance- Based System

Science For Facts, Process for Priorities - Separate Subjective Choices from Objective Data Gathering

Markets Before Mandates - Pursue Economic Incentives Whenever Appropriate

Change A Heart, Change A Nation - Environmental Understanding is Crucial

Recognition of Benefits and Costs - Make Sure All Decisions Affecting Infrastructure, Development and Environment are Fully Informed

Solutions Transcend Political Boundaries - Use Appropriate Geographic Boundaries for Environmental Problems

Policy Resolution Describing Enlibra Principles in more detail

http://www.westgov.org/wga/initiatives/enlibra/default.htm