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31 U.S. Code § 3521 - Audits by agencies
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(a) Each account of an agency shall be audited administratively before being submitted to the Comptroller General. The head of each agency shall prescribe regulations for conducting the audit and designate a place at which the audit is to be conducted. However, a disbursing official of an executive agency may not administratively audit vouchers for which the official is responsible. With the consent of the Comptroller General, the head of the agency may waive any part of an audit.
(b) The head of an agency may prescribe a statistical sampling procedure to audit vouchers of the agency when the head of the agency decides economies will result from using the procedure. The Comptroller General—
(c) A disbursing or certifying official acting in good faith under subsection (b) of this section is not liable for a payment or certification of a voucher not audited specifically because of the procedure prescribed under subsection (b) if the official and the head of the agency carry out diligently collection action the Comptroller General prescribes.
(d) Subsections (b) and (c) of this section do not—
(1) affect the liability, or authorize the relief, of a payee, beneficiary, or recipient of an illegal, improper, or incorrect payment; or
(e) Each financial statement prepared under section 3515 by an agency shall be audited in accordance with applicable generally accepted government auditing standards—
(1) in the case of an agency having an Inspector General appointed under the Inspector General Act of 1978 (5 U.S.C. App.), by the Inspector General or by an independent external auditor, as determined by the Inspector General of the agency; and
(f) For each audited financial statement required under subsection (a) ofsection 3515 of this title, the person who audits the statement for purpose of subsection (e) of this section shall submit a report on the audit to the head of the agency and the Controller of the Office of Federal Financial Management. A report under this subsection shall be prepared in accordance with generally accepted government auditing standards.
(g) The Comptroller General of the United States—
(1) may review any audit of a financial statement conducted under this subsection by an Inspector General or an external auditor;
(2) shall report to the Congress, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, and the head of the agency which prepared the statement, regarding the results of the review and make any recommendation the Comptroller General considers appropriate; and
(3) may audit a financial statement prepared under section 3515 of this title at the discretion of the Comptroller General or at the request of a committee of the Congress.
An audit the Comptroller General performs under this subsection shall be in lieu of the audit otherwise required by subsection (e) of this section. Prior to performing such audit, the Comptroller General shall consult with the Inspector General of the agency which prepared the statement.
(h) Each financial statement prepared by an executive agency for a fiscal year after fiscal year 1991 shall be audited in accordance with this section and the plan required by section 3512 (a)(3)(B)(viii) of this title.
(1) If the Government Accountability Office audits any financial statement or related schedule which is prepared under section 3515 by an executive agency (or component thereof) for a fiscal year beginning on or after October 1, 2009, such executive agency (or component) shall reimburse the Government Accountability Office for the cost of such audit, if the Government Accountability Office audited the statement or schedule of such executive agency (or component) for fiscal year 2007.
(2) Any executive agency (or component thereof) that prepares a financial statement under section 3515 for a fiscal year beginning on or after October 1, 2009, and that requests, with the concurrence of the Inspector General of such agency, the Government Accountability Office to conduct the audit of such statement or any related schedule required by section 3521 may reimburse the Government Accountability Office for the cost of such audit.
(3) For the audits conducted under paragraphs (1) and (2), the Government Accountability Office shall consult prior to the initiation of the audit with the relevant executive agency (or component) and the Inspector General of such agency on the scope, terms, and cost of such audit.
Source(Pub. L. 97–258, Sept. 13, 1982, 96 Stat. 961; Pub. L. 101–576, title III, § 304(a),Nov. 15, 1990, 104 Stat. 2852; Pub. L. 103–356, title IV, § 405(b),Oct. 13, 1994, 108 Stat. 3416; Pub. L. 104–208, div. A, title I, § 101(f) [title VIII, § 805(a)], Sept. 30, 1996, 110 Stat. 3009–314, 3009–392; Pub. L. 106–531, § 4(b),Nov. 22, 2000, 114 Stat. 2539; Pub. L. 110–323, § 6(a),Sept. 22, 2008, 122 Stat. 3547.)
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|Source (U.S. Code)
|Source (Statutes at Large)
|31:44(1st sentence).
|June 10, 1921, ch. 18, § 304(1st par. 1st sentence), 42 Stat. 24.
|Sept. 12, 1950, ch. 946, § 119, 64 Stat. 838.
|31:75, 41:21.
|July 31, 1894, ch. 174, § 22, 28 Stat. 210.
|Aug. 23, 1912, ch. 350, § 1(last par. under heading "Office of the Comptroller of the Treasury"), 37 Stat. 375.
|31:82b–1(a)(1st sentence words before semicolon, last sentence).
|Aug. 30, 1964, Pub. L. 88–521, 78 Stat. 700; Jan. 2, 1975, Pub. L. 93–604, § 101, 88 Stat. 1959.
|31:82b–1(a)(1st sentence words after semicolon).
In the section, the word "audit" is substituted for "examination", and the word "official" is substituted for "officer", for consistency in the revised title and with other titles of the United States Code.
In subsection (a), the words "Except as otherwise provided" in 31:82(words before 5th comma) are omitted as unnecessary. The words "on and after August 23, 1912" are omitted as executed. The words "of an agency" are substituted for "public" for clarity and consistency. The words "preliminary to their audit by the General Accounting Office . . . as contemplated by section 78 of this title" are omitted as unnecessary. The words "Comptroller General" are substituted for "General Accounting Office" in 31:75 for consistency. The words "prepared and" in 31:82(words between 5th and 6th commas) are omitted as surplus. The words "by and through the administrative heads of divisions and bureaus" are omitted because of the authority vested in the heads of agencies. The words "and pay rolls" are omitted as being included in "vouchers". The text of 31:82(words after 6th comma) is omitted as executed. The text of 31:75(1st par.) is omitted as unnecessary because of section 321(b) of the revised title. The words "head of each agency" are substituted for "head of each executive agency . . . Provided, That the same authority is conferred upon the officers responsible for the administrative examination of accounts for legislative and judicial agencies" in 31:65b and "heads of the several executive departments and of the proper officers of other Government establishments, not within the jurisdiction of any executive department" in 31:75 because of sections 101, 102, and 3501 of the revised title. The words "shall prescribe regulations for conducting the audit" are substituted for "It shall also be the duty of . . . to make appropriate rules and regulations to secure a proper administrative examination of all accounts sent to them, as required by section 78 of this title" for consistency and to eliminate unnecessary words. The words "and for the execution of other requirements of this chapter insofar as the same relate to the several departments or establishments" are omitted as unnecessary. The words "or places, at the seat of government or elsewhere . . . of fiscal officers' accounts" in 31:65b are omitted as surplus.
In subsection (b), the words "the Mayor of the District of Columbia" are omitted as superseded by sections 448(2) and 449 of the District of Columbia Self-Government and Governmental Reorganization Act (Pub. L. 93–198, 87 Stat. 802, 803).
In subsection (c), the words "made by him" are omitted as surplus. The words "head of the" are added for consistency. The words "to recover the illegal, improper, or incorrect payment in accordance with procedures" are omitted as surplus.
References in Text
The Inspector General Act of 1978, referred to in subsec. (e)(1), is Pub. L. 95–452, Oct. 12, 1978, 92 Stat. 1101, as amended, which is set out in the Appendix to Title 5, Government Organization and Employees.
2008—Subsec. (i). Pub. L. 110–323added subsec. (i).
2000—Subsec. (f). Pub. L. 106–531struck out "(1)" before "For each audited", substituted "subsection (a)" for "subsections (a) and (f)", and struck out par. (2) which read as follows: "Not later than June 30 following the fiscal year for which a financial statement is submitted under subsection (g) ofsection 3515 of this title, the person who audits the statement for purpose of subsection (e) of this section shall submit a report on the audit to the head of the agency. A report under this subsection shall be prepared in accordance with generally accepted government auditing standards."
1996—Subsec. (f)(1). Pub. L. 104–208inserted "and the Controller of the Office of Federal Financial Management" before period at end of first sentence.
1994—Subsec. (f). Pub. L. 103–356amended subsec. (f) generally. Prior to amendment, subsec. (f) read as follows: "Not later than June 30 following the fiscal year for which a financial statement is submitted under section 3515 of this title by an agency, the person who audits the statement for purpose of subsection (e) shall submit a report on the audit to the head of the agency. A report under this subsection shall be prepared in accordance with generally accepted government auditing standards."
1990—Subsecs. (e) to (h). Pub. L. 101–576added subsecs. (e) to (h).
Effective Date of 1996 Amendment
Amendment by Pub. L. 104–208effective for fiscal year ending Sept. 30, 1997, see section 101 (f) [title VIII, § 807] of Pub. L. 104–208, set out in a Federal Financial Management Improvement note under section 3512 of this title.
Audits and Reports of Agency Financial Statements
Pub. L. 105–206, title I, § 1103(d),July 22, 1998, 112 Stat. 709, provided that: "Subject to section 3521 (g) of title 31, United States Code—
"(1) the Inspector General of the Department of the Treasury shall, subject to paragraph (2)—
"(A) audit each financial statement in accordance with section 3521(e) of such title; and
"(B) prepare and submit each report required under section 3521(f) of such title; and
"(2) the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration shall—
"(A) audit that portion of each financial statement referred to under paragraph (1)(A) that relates to custodial and administrative accounts of the Internal Revenue Service; and
"(B) prepare that portion of each report referred to under paragraph (1)(B) that relates to custodial and administrative accounts of the Internal Revenue Service."
Waiver of Requirements
Pub. L. 101–576, title III, § 304(b),Nov. 15, 1990, 104 Stat. 2853, provided that: "The Director of the Office of Management and Budget may waive application of subsections (e) and (f) ofsection 3521 of title 31, United States Code, as amended by this section, to a financial statement submitted by an agency for fiscal years 1990 and 1991."
Time Limit for Resolving Pending and New Audits
Pub. L. 96–304, title III, § 305,July 8, 1980, 94 Stat. 928, provided that: "All unresolved audits currently pending within agencies and departments, for which appropriations are made under this Act, shall be resolved not later than September 30, 1981. Any new audits, involving questioned costs, arising after July 8, 1980, shall be resolved within 6 months."
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The Occupation of Bajor (usually referred to simply as the Occupation) was a period from 2328 to 2369 during which Bajor was under the control of the Cardassian Empire. During the Occupation, the Cardassians perpetrated a coordinated scheme of strip-mining, forced labor, and genocide across the planet. Their brutality led to the deaths of tens of millions of innocent Bajorans, although the exact number of casualties is unknown. This eventually gave rise to the fierce Bajoran Resistance, which used guerilla and terror tactics to force the Cardassians to withdraw.
Prior to the Occupation, the Bajorans were a peaceful people whose art and architecture were well-known and admired throughout the galaxy. The Cardassians, by contrast, were a militaristic and often hostile people who had conquered numerous planets in the name of survival. The two peoples nonetheless managed to coexist peacefully for some time; however, the Cardassians coveted Bajor's rich natural resources and saw the Bajoran people as inferior. Cardassia became increasingly hostile as time went on, maintaining a military presence on the planet for ten years before forcibly annexing it in 2328. This travesty caused little galactic outcry, as most major powers were unaware of or unconcerned with Bajor's plight. (TNG: "Ensign Ro"; DS9: "Emissary", "The Circle")
As the Cardassians were technologically almost a century ahead of the Bajorans, there was no warfare leading to the Occupation; the peaceful Bajoran people surrendered with little resistance. The Cardassians installed the Bajoran Occupational Government, essentially a puppet of the Cardassian Central Command intended to make the occupation look legitimate. In order to keep the Bajorans in line, Central Command also installed a prefect to oversee the planet. The last person to hold this post was the now-infamous Gul Dukat. (DS9: "Waltz", "Duet", "The Collaborator")
- The exact start of the Occupation is unclear, but the general consensus is that it began circa 2319 and ended in 2369. See below for more information.
- In "Cardassians", Dr. Bashir and Garak search a databank on Bajor for files related to the Occupation and Bashir observes how quickly Garak is able to find "80-year-old files". Garak later claims the Cardassians "taught" Bajor how to keep such meticulously precise records, which might suggest there was a Cardassian presence on the planet for at least thirty years prior to the Occupation's formal start.
Cardassian Rule
When the Occupation began, it was the end of life as the Bajoran people formerly knew it. The Cardassians outlawed the d'jarra caste system, which had been an integral part of Bajoran culture for centuries. (DS9: "Accession") Vedeks were forbidden to preach the word of the Bajoran Prophets, and many such as Winn Adami were imprisoned for doing so. ("Rapture") Further, the Cardassians strip-mined the planet, using Bajoran slave labor to perform the task. Secretary Kubus Oak and other officials of the occupational government routinely approved work orders forcing Bajorans to mine ore among other tasks. Such acts of cowardice gave way to a new term for those who participated with the Cardassians or used the Occupation as a source of profit: "collaborators." ("The Collaborator")
Not all Bajorans who profited from the Occupation were branded as collaborators, however. A smuggler named Ibudan was admired for smuggling much-needed medical supplies to Bajor, although he did so only to gouge his fellow Bajorans. Ibudan even let a young girl die because her family could not afford the drug that would have saved her life. Bajorans such as Ibudan were able to operate with relative freedom in many cases, as most Cardassian officers would look the other way if paid enough. (DS9: "A Man Alone", "Things Past") After the Occupation, most Bajoran smugglers such as Razka Karn were reduced to buying and selling scrap metal. (DS9: "Indiscretion")
Part of the boom in black market dealings resulted from most external entities' refusal to sell to the Bajorans out of fear of Cardassian reprisal and a general belief that the Bajoran Resistance would fail. This was partially offset by the Ferengi bartender Quark and his willingness to sell items to the Bajorans at or just above cost, despite that doing so went against Ferengi values. (DS9: "Body Parts") Another notable exception to the rule was the weapons dealer Hagath and his associate, Quark's cousin Gaila. Hagath believed that the "big picture" of the situation – and having the future Bajoran government owe him a favor – was more important in the long run than which side had the bigger pocketbook. While he charged full price for his goods, Hagath's willingness to sell weapons to the Bajorans was reason enough for them to be grateful. (DS9: "Business as Usual")
When a Bajoran was accused of a crime, his or her friends and family were often rounded up for questioning as well. In many cases, ensuring someone was punished was more important than finding the perpetrator of the crime. The Cardassians also used Bajoran women as "comfort women." (DS9: "Things Past", "Wrongs Darker Than Death or Night")
Bajorans were assigned occupations more or less arbitrarily during the Occupation. The most common jobs were mining ore and working in factories, and once assigned to a job, a Bajoran was forbidden from leaving it. However, Cardassian officers often "selected" Bajorans for random interrogations or forced relocation.
Any Bajoran with family or friends in the Bajoran Resistance was considered a suspect in criminal cases – which after 40 years of occupation was essentially all of Bajor. There was virtually no court system, only special tribunals consisting of Cardassian military leaders. In the vast majority of cases, the evidence was circumstantial and questionable. This was of little importance to the Cardassians as long as someone was punished. ("Things Past")
Labor Camps
The Cardassians interned entire families of Bajorans in labor camps for various purposes, the most common of which was to mine ore and other valuable resources. Conditions at these camps were so harsh that every Bajoran knew assignment to a labor camp was essentially a death sentence. The occupational government, however, continued to fulfill the Cardassians' requests for new laborers throughout the occupation. ("The Collaborator")
The most notorious of these camps was the Gallitep labor camp, where Gul Darhe'el ruled with an iron fist and routinely ordered his men to kill the laborers. Believing that their actions were justified in the name of the greater glory of Cardassia, men such as Darhe'el were responsible for turning the occupation into full-blown genocide. ("Duet")
Justification based on the "greater glory of Cardassia" also led to workers at the labor camps often becoming subjects of morally unethical experimentation, as in the case of Dr. Crell Moset. Moset was a celebrated scientist who discovered a cure for the Fontossa virus; however, unbeknownst to most non-Bajorans, Moset found the cure by infecting hundreds of people so that he could experiment with different treatments. According to Starfleet records, Moset purchased many biochemical agents, including every known strain of the Fostossa virus, a typical procedure in the development of vaccines; however, he didn't ask for any of the enzymes normally required for synthesizing a vaccine. Four days after he received the virus samples there was a minor outbreak of Fostossa near his hospital. Prior to that date there had not been a single case in the entire province. (VOY: "Nothing Human")
Terok Nor
In 2346, the Cardassians used Bajoran slave labor to build an orbital space station known as Terok Nor, which was virtually identical to many other Cardassian outposts. (DS9: "Wrongs Darker Than Death or Night") Much of this station was devoted to processing ore, which was the task to which most Bajorans there were assigned. Temperatures in the ore processing section sometimes reached as high as 55°C, and in addition to exhaustion, heatstroke became a common cause of death. ("Civil Defense") Deaths from such causes were merely casualties in the eyes of the Cardassian overseers. ("Necessary Evil")
Certain areas of Terok Nor were cordoned off and designated Bajoran areas. Most Bajorans were forced to live in overcrowded community quarters, but some of the more fortunate (mostly collaborators) were assigned their own. Even the holding cells were overcrowded, with as many as a dozen Bajorans filling cells built for two. A few Bajorans were allowed to earn a meager wage working for Quark, in his bar. Many of these were women who won their jobs by showing Quark their "credentials." Those Bajorans in his employ had twelve-hour workdays with two five-minute breaks, for which they earned a single strip of latinum. ("Necessary Evil", "Things Past")
The Resistance
- Main article: Bajoran Resistance
After years of Cardassian oppression, the Bajorans formed the Bajoran Resistance, a coordinated movement aiming to free Bajor from the occupation. It accomplished this goal with often indiscriminant bombings and other terror tactics. The most prominent resistance cell was the Shakaar Resistance Cell, of which Kira Nerys was a member from the time she was seven. ("Duet")
The Resistance also fought a limited guerilla war, although they mostly relied on the element of surprise. Some members managed to smuggle in sub-impulse starships, but as they knew direct conflict with the Cardassians would end disastrously, these ships were hidden on Bajor's various moons. The assassinations and bombings were enough to throw the Cardassians off balance, however, and also taught the Bajorans valuable skills they would later put to use when forming the Bajoran Militia. ("The Siege")
Bajorans who helped the resistance but did not openly oppose the Cardassians were known as informers. One such informer was Trentin Fala. Fala and others like her were regarded with great respect, unlike collaborators. ("The Darkness and the Light")
Every time the Resistance executed an attack, the Cardassians tightened their grip, and each time this happened, more Bajorans joined the cause. It would take many years and many deaths, but eventually the Cardassians would be forced to leave Bajor.
Gul Dukat
- Main article: Dukat
S.G. Dukat, better known as the man who allied Cardassia with the Dominion, was the prefect of Bajor from around 2359 until the Cardassians withdrew in 2369. Dukat ruled with an iron fist but saw himself as merciful compared to his fellow Cardassians. When a Bajoran was murdered aboard Terok Nor, Dukat chose to hire a Changeling named Odo as an impartial investigator rather than his superiors' prescription of executing ten Bajorans at random. ("The Maquis, Part II", "Necessary Evil")
He also had an affinity for Bajoran women, and although he was part of the occupation, he saw himself as a friend of the Bajoran people. Dukat fell in love with a Bajoran woman named Tora Naprem and even had a daughter by her, although both were lost in a shuttle crash; later, he had another affair with a comfort woman named Kira Meru. Both relationships started out as forced, but Dukat convinced himself that he truly loved both women (although, according to one of Dukat's officers, the prefect had used the same routine on several women). ("Indiscretion", "Wrongs Darker Than Death or Night").
By the time Dukat was appointed as prefect of the planet, the occupation had become something of a quagmire for Central Command. Despite his best efforts to keep the Bajorans in line, the situation was beyond his control; against his wishes, the government decided to withdraw from the planet.
Cardassian Withdrawal
After fifty years of occupation, the Cardassians withdrew from Bajor, but only under political pressure from the United Federation of Planets and other entities. However, the exact cause of the withdrawal is largely a matter of opinion; while the Bajorans attributed it to the efforts of the Bajoran Resistance, the Cardassians regarded it as an entirely political decision. ("Duet") Regardless of the cause, all sides acknowledge that civilian leaders such as those on the Detapa Council made the decision, which was opposed by the Cardassian military. Gul Dukat in particular remained intent on reconquering Bajor for over five years. ("Cardassians", "Call to Arms").
Other Cardassian leaders were not willing to wait for revenge. Gul Darhe'el, furious about the withdrawal, ordered his soldiers to slaughter their Bajoran subordinates. His intention was to kill every last Bajoran at Gallitep, and while his actions were the exception rather than the rule, many Cardassian officers shared his sentiments. ("Duet")
On Terok Nor, the Cardassians damaged as many of the space station's systems as they possibly could. They took every item of value, including all but a few photon torpedoes. The Bajoran Temple was badly damaged, as was the Promenade, where four Bajorans were killed trying to protect their shops. The Cardassians even removed the beds from the quarters and took the replicators offline. Much of the looting was out of hatred toward the Bajorans, although it was standard Cardassian procedure to booby trap and sabotage abandoned outposts. ("Emissary")
Many Cardassian children were left behind in the wake of the Occupation, since orphans had no status in Cardassian society. The Bajorans opened their hearts to these so-called war orphans, one of whom was named Rugal. The son of a prominent Cardassian politician, Rugal was left on Bajor in an elaborate plot by Gul Dukat to seize power. He was raised by an elderly Bajoran couple and taught to hate Cardassian "butchers", although he was later returned to his father's custody. ("Cardassians")
Of particular note was the fact that the tailor Elim Garak became the sole Cardassian aboard Deep Space 9. Neither the Federation nor the Bajorans knew Garak's true motives for staying behind. While it was widely held that he was "the eyes and ears of his fellow Cardassians", Garak always managed to avoid questions about his past with his charming personality. He soon proved that there was more to "plain, simple Garak" than met the eye. ("Past Prologue") It was later revealed that Garak had once been an agent of the Obsidian Order stationed aboard Terok Nor but was falsely accused of treason and sentenced to live out the rest of his life aboard what became Deep Space 9. ("The Wire", "Civil Defense")
Bajor was in shambles after the Cardassian withdrawal and did not recover for many years. One of the first steps was the formation of the Bajoran Provisional Government, which was unstable at best. One of the few things virtually all Bajorans agreed upon was how to deal with those involved with the Occupation. A list of the most egregious Cardassian war criminals was assembled and the individuals on the list were condemned to death, although in practice most were never apprehended. ("Duet") Additionally, a list of collaborators was issued in the Ilvian Proclamation, all of whom were sentenced to exile. Those collaborators who escaped detection spent the rest of their lives trying to ensure that their misdeeds remained secret. ("The Collaborator")
Many Bajorans, particularly the terrorist group known as the Kohn-Ma, continued to fight Cardassia even after the withdrawal, which exacerbated an already chaotic situation. The question of how to re-integrate people such as Tahna Los, a hero of the Bajoran Resistance but a wanted criminal for his activities in the Kohn-Ma, was particularly difficult. ("Past Prologue") As a result, many convicted criminals such as Ibudan were released from prison. In Constable Odo's words, "Cardassian rule may have been oppressive, but at least it was... simple." ("A Man Alone")
Keeping the Kohn-Ma and other such groups in line proved doubly difficult because the Cardassians often did not honor post-war agreements. Many Bajorans interned or imprisoned during the Occupation remained in Cardassian custody despite a promise by Central Command to release all prisoners. The most infamous case was the legendary resistance fighter Li Nalas, who was believed to be dead on Bajor but had been imprisoned on Cardassia IV for years before Major Kira Nerys and Chief Miles O'Brien rescued him. Others were conveniently discovered and released only when the Central Command needed political leverage. ("The Homecoming", "Profit and Loss")
An uneasy alliance with the Federation complicated matters as Commander Sisko attempted to balance Bajoran interests with those of the Federation. Major Kira felt that many Bajoran and Federation interests should be kept separate, sentiments shared by Tahna Los and later exploited by the anti-alien Alliance for Global Unity, which sought to expel all non-Bajorans from the planet. ("In the Hands of the Prophets", "The Homecoming") Tahna believed in Bajor for Bajorans, and like him, the Alliance (also known as the "Circle") saw the Federation presence aboard DS9 as another form of occupation. Tensions came to a climax when Minister Jaro Essa, leader of the Circle, attempted a full-scale coup d'etat in what was later discovered to be an elaborate Cardassian attempt to reclaim Bajor by ousting the Federation. ("The Circle", "The Siege")
The effects of various Cardassian experiments poisoned much of Bajor's once-fertile farmland. Farmers such as Shakaar Edon were devastated, and soil reclamators became a highly sought-after commodity. ("Shakaar") Two year's after the Occupation's end, three million Skrreean refugees fleeing from the Dominion wished to farm the land of Bajor's uninhabited Northwest Peninsula. However, while the peninsula would have been an ideal place to farm prior to the Occupation, the provisional government was forced to turn the Skreeans away due to the toxicity of the soil and the plagues that had arisen on Bajor. ("Sanctuary")
Many other vestiges of the Occupation remained with Bajor, including a colony of Cardassian voles that made its home aboard Deep Space 9. ("Playing God") The Bajoran Resistance had created a "Babel" virus to disrupt operations aboard Terok Nor, but an accidental release of the virus incapacitated everyone aboard the station except for Constable Odo and Quark, both of whom were immune. ("Babel") Additionally, the crew of DS9 discovered a counter-insurgency program Gul Dukat had designed to combat revolts by the Bajoran laborers. The program initiated an auto-destruct function when it was discovered that Dukat's superior had implemented extra security measures to prevent Dukat from abandoning his post in the event that the Bajorans took control of Terok Nor. ("Civil Defense")
One of the Occupation's most insidious side effects was to cause many Bajorans to lose faith in the Prophets. Disenchanted Bajorans refused to believe their gods would sit idly by while the Occupation ravaged their planet, which led to the formation of the Cult of the Pah-wraiths. Ironically, Dukat became a twisted Messianic figurehead of the Cult for a brief time. ("Covenant") The allure of the notion that the Pah-wraiths would bring about a "restoration" for Bajor was so great that even Kai Winn, who believed the Prophets had forsaken her, turned to the Pah-wraiths for spiritual guidance. ("The Changing Face of Evil")
Post-Occupation Relations
The Cardassians refused to acknowledge the events that transpired during the Occupation, instead using terms like "alleged improprieties" to describe them. Some Cardassians even believed that the Cardassian leaders themselves started rumors of brutality in order to keep the Bajorans thinking of themselves as victims. Aamin Marritza, who worked as a file clerk at Gallitep and witnessed numerous atrocities first hand, attempted to impersonate Gul Darhe'el so the Bajorans would sentence him to death and Cardassia would be forced to admit its guilt. However, his true identity was later revealed and he was killed by a fanatical Bajoran. ("Duet")
While most Cardassians remained bitter about the loss of Bajor, there were those who believed the two peoples could co-exist equally. Gul Dukat was one such person, although he never admitted it publicly. He conceded to Major Kira that the Occupation was a mistake, but he believed it made Bajor stronger. ("Indiscretion") Some such as Kotan Pa'Dar, one of the civilian leaders responsible for the withdrawal, were not necessarily fond of Bajorans but had no desire to go to war again. ("Cardassians") One of the most unlikely proponents of peace was Legate Tekeny Ghemor, a member of the Central Command and part of the Cardassian Underground. After he lost his daughter during an undercover mission where she posed as a Bajoran, a series of accidents brought him and Kira as close together as a father and daughter. ("Second Skin", "Ties of Blood and Water")
When the Bajorans and Cardassians finally established formal diplomatic relations, the Bajorans felt that they were entitled to war reparations for the damage incurred during the Occupation. Vedek Bareil Antos spent months secretly negotiating with Legate Turrel of the Central Command in order to work out a formal peace treaty between Cardassia and Bajor. Bareil died during the negotiations and Kai Winn took credit for what later became the Bajoran-Cardassian Treaty. ("Life Support")
Even after the treaty was signed, relations between the two peoples were shaky at best. During the Cardassian Rebellion against the Dominion, Major Kira had to wear a Starfleet uniform because Legate Damar, as well as Garak, felt that receiving help from a member of the Bajoran Militia would undermine his credibility with the Cardassian people. ("Tacking into the Wind") Seven years after the Occupation's end, Bajorans were still unwelcome on Cardassia Prime, which is why Tora Ziyal, Gul Dukat's half-Bajoran daughter, chose to remain aboard Deep Space 9. ("Sacrifice of Angels")
Mirror Universe Occupation
- Main article: Mirror universe
The mirror universe Bajor was conquered by the Terran Empire rather than Cardassia. It remained under Terran rule until the mirror universe Klingons and Cardassians formed an alliance and conquered the Terran Empire. Free of domination by outside forces, Bajor petitioned the Klingon-Cardassian Alliance for membership and ultimately became an influential member world. (DS9: "Crossover")
- The details of the Terran occupation of Bajor were never discussed, although given the treatment other races received while under Terran rule, it is safe to assume the mirror occupation was far less brutal.
Historic Parallels
The Occupation of Bajor bears a number of similarities to real-world events. When the Occupation, as well as the Bajorans themselves, were introduced in "Ensign Ro" (TNG), the Bajorans appeared to be refugees who fled their homes and lived in refugee camps, giving rise to the belief that they were intended to resemble Palestinians who had once lived in Israel. The claim that the Occupation had lasted approximately forty years would also be consistent with the period between Israel's independence (1948) and the airing of the episode (1991). As the race was developed in later episodes, however, this allusion seemed to fade.
The Occupation, as portrayed in later episodes, appears to have been more a metaphor for the aggression of Germany and Japan in the first half of the 20th century. Although fans often liken the Occupation to Nazi Germany's treatment of Jews, there does not appear to have been a concerted effort – with the exception of individuals such as Gul Darhe'el (DS9: "Duet") – to exterminate the race. Rather, the Cardassians simply viewed themselves as superior, believing the Occupation was necessary for the good of the Cardassian Empire.
One could thus argue the Occupation was more akin to Japan's occupation of Korea and particularly China. For example, Darhe'el's vivid description of how his men murdered the Bajoran workers is reminiscent of both Nazi Germany and the Japanese Empire, but his statements about "need[ing] your resources" and Dukat's description of the brutal massacres as "alleged improprietaries" point strongly at Japan. The brutal treatment of other races under Japanese rule around the time of World War I and subsequent denial of events like the "Rape of Naking" (the brutality of which is dipsuted in Japan to this day, although there was also a large degree of Holocaust denial in post-World War II Germany) bear many similarities to the way military leaders on Cardassia were celebrated for their deeds during the Occupation while most civilians were oblivious to its true nature.
Another World War II parallel one might make is to the Soviet occupation of the Baltic states in 1940–41 and 1944–91. Superficially, of course, the length of these occupations is roughly the same as that of Bajor, but the parallels go much further. For instance, the resistance movements of the Baltic states were active far beyond the end of World War II. Known as the Forest Brothers, they continued to engage the Soviet occupation forces well into the 1950s. The tactics of these actions – sabotage, assassinations of officials, and guerilla warfare in the countryside – bears a striking resemblance to the Bajoran Resistance. However, perhaps the most interesting parallel is that of post-occupation events. Just like Bajor sought to enter into the Federation, the Baltic states were quick and eager to join NATO as a security measure against renewed aggression from Russia. And just like the discovery of the Bajoran wormhole created a geopolitical and strategic hotspot, so are the Baltic states strategically important to Russia, as their sovereignty severely limits Russian access to the Baltic Sea. Parallels to the ever present hostility between Bajorans and Cardassians even after the Occupation can also be made, considering the harsh laws of citizenship and official language, adopted by the post-occupation Baltic states.
Additionally, the Occupation bears some resemblances to European colonialism. Dukat's recollection of the Occupation in "Waltz" (DS9) is heavily reminiscent of Kipling's "The White Man's Burden": "They couldn't see that if they had only chosen to cooperate with us, we could've turned their world into a paradise. ... We did not choose to be the superior race, fate handed us our role. The d'jarra caste system (DS9: "Accession") also brings to mind British occupation of India (British Raj). Like Bajor, India had a strict caste system prior to British arrival, and like the Bajorans, the Indian people abolished the system once the occupation ended.
Deep Space 9/Terok Nor was built in 2346 according to "Wrongs Darker Than Death or Night", which contradicts a statement made by Odo in "Babel" indicating that it was built in 2351. Given that the series was still new at the time of Odo's comment and the fact that the former episode dealt directly with the occupation, 2346 is generally accepted as the canon date and Odo's comment disregarded as a continuity error.
The exact length of the occupation is also open to interpretation, but the consensus is that it lasted for fifty years. Some references (including a mention in "Ensign Ro") give the figure as forty years prior to becoming untenable, while others have said fifty. According to Gul Dukat (in "Waltz"), the occupation had lasted forty years prior to his arrival, at which point he claimed the occupation was in a state of chaos. Most fans interpret Dukat's approximately ten-year tenure as prefect to mean that the Occupation lasted fifty years total, with other references either interpreted to refer to the quagmire Dukat inherited or disregarded as continuity errors. One could also argue that it lasted longer than fifty years, as the Cardassians maintained a military presence on Bajor prior to the formal annexation of the planet.
Related Topics
- Bajor - Bajoran Occupational Government, Bajoran Resistance, Collaborators, Kendra Valley Massacre
- Bajorans - Kira Nerys, Li Nalas, Kai Opaka, Shakaar Edon
- Cardassia - Cardassian Union, Obsidian Order, Terok Nor
- Cardassians - Dukat, Kotan Pa'Dar, Dr. Crell Moset
- Aftermath - Bajoran Provisional Government, Deep Space 9, Alliance for Global Unity, War Orphans Fund
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Looks pretty good to me. I like those portals.
This is a map I will be using for my D&D 4E group. It's The Mortuary from the old 2nd Edition D&D setting Planescape module called "The Eternal Boundary". It's not perfect but I think it will work. There are 2 more levels that I am working on but I wanted to share what I had so far. The glowing stones are portals that the dustmen place the bodies in to send to different planes. The other two levels will have less empty space.
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Looks pretty good to me. I like those portals.
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Enjoy the services of your own personal guide on a private day trip exploring the coastal towns of Central Chile. Travel through wine country, stopping for a sample before arriving in the 'Garden City' of Vina del Mar. Visit the bohemian town of Valp..
Experience Chile like the locals do! When you come to Santiago, you simply have to enjoy a tasty Chilean meal. Whilst having your dinner, you'll be entertained with traditional dances and songs which have originated from various regions of Chile. Thi..
Ideal for first-time visitors to Santiago, this private guided tour is a well-rounded introduction to Santiago's famous sights. With a choice of a morning or afternoon tour, you'll have the rest of the day to explore Chile's capital city further on y..
Discover the 'New World of Wine' in Chile and visit two of the oldest and most historic wineries in the country on a full day guided tour from Santiago. Chile has established itself as an emerging producer of great wines and today is your chance to v..
See the very best of Santiago on a comprehensive introductory tour of Chile's capital city. Perfect for first-time visitors, this morning or afternoon 3.5-hour city tour is a well-rounded introduction to Santiago's famous sights, leaving you with tim..
Take a private day trip from Santiago to Portillo, one of the most well known ski resorts in Chile. Admire the spectacular Andes landscapes on the scenic drive, then spend the day enjoying the beautiful mountain scenery as your guide tells you the hi..
On this day trip from Santiago to the coastal town of Isla Negra you'll learn all about Chilean poet Pablo Neruda. Visit his former home which now houses a collection of his works and artifacts from his life. You will also visit the small village of ..
Marvel at the best of Santiago from an open-top double-decker bus, complete with informative commentary. You'll have the option to hop on or off as many times as you like or continue on the bus doing the entire route! The Santiago Hop-On Hop-Off Tour..
Arrive in style with a private transfer from Santiago Airport straight to your hotel door. Start your holiday now by pre-booking an arrival transfer to get you and your luggage from the airport to your Santiago hotel. Enjoy the convenience of a pr..
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Start your holiday now by pre-booking an arrival transfer to get you and your luggage from the airport to your Santiago hotel! Enjoy the convenience of a shared airport to hotel transfer with your English speaking driver and guide who will help you g..
Pre-book your departure transfer when you are leaving Chile to take the hassle out of getting from your hotel to Santiago airport. Book your shared transfer in advance and save precious vacation time. Avoid the hassles of public transport and risk..
14 3-Day Santiago Tour Including Private City Sightseeing and Optional Day Trips to Wine Country or Valparaiso
Spend three days in and around Santiago to get better acquainted with Chile's vibrant capital city. See the sights on a private tour and enjoy a scenic drive through Santiago's historic neighborhoods. Have a day free to explore Santiago on your own, ..
Experience Santiago's vibrant street food scene, including the popular and well-known Mercado Central (Central Market), on this food-filled walking tour! Discover the city's everyday customs through the meals, recipes and products that make Chile a w..
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On this private walking tour, experience Santiago like a true local -- a Santiaguiño -- as you explore boutique shops, food markets and diverse neighborhoods with your knowledgeable guide. You'll sip coffee, sample street food, stop for lunch and hav..
Enjoy a winter adventure with this day trip to La Parva, one of Chile's most popular ski resorts. From Santiago, check out the great views at the Valle Nevado and Farellones ski resorts before heading to La Parva for a beginner ski or snowboard lesso..
Enjoy the cool mountain air and spectacular scenery as you ski or snowboard at the Valle Nevado ski resort on this day trip from Santiago! Known as one of the largest ski areas in the Southern Hemisphere, Valle Nevado features an expansive terrain pe..


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Wednesday, 03 February 2010 20:02
Be My Valentine: Erica Weiner Jewelry
11 days til Valentine's Day! "They do not love that do not show their love." — William Shakespeare, The Two Gentleman of Verona, 1590-1591 Show your love for both your sweetheart and Mother Earth this Valentine's Day with one of Erica Weiner Jewelry's charming and environmentally-conscious creations. As a Carbonfund.org partner, Manhattan-based designer Erica Weiner reduces her business's carbon footprint by 300 percent each year by donating to energy efficiency, reforestation, and renewable energy projects in the US and abroad through Carbonfund.org's carbon reduction program. But of course, her business's commitment doesn't stop there. Nearly half of the materials that go into her quirky baubles and jewels are vintage, sourced from dead stocks, and crafted from repurposed materials — and all are hand-refurbished, hand-made, and packaged for sale using reused materials. For her special edition 2010 Valentine's Day collection, Erica Weiner drew from her treasure trove of hundreds of '70s-era heart-shaped charms, lockets, and chains she's salvaged over the years from vintage shops and overstock warehouses around New England. The resulting bracelets, earrings, and necklaces are all absolutely fanciful and one-of-a-kind, all offering a funky mix of shapes, colors, and metals. (My fave: The Limited Edition V-Day Vintage Heart Charm Bracelet on Pink Chain.) Don't like hearts? Check out her Double Initial Gold Vermeil Letterpress Necklace, which will be individually crafted for you and your Valentine — bearing each of your initials — by combining antique moveable iron type pieces originally used on hand-cranked Vandercook Proof Presses. Visit the Erica Weiner Jewelry store on Etsy.com to see the whole Valentine's Day collection. You can also locate a boutique in your area that sells Erica Weiner Jewelry or view her list of merchants by state.
Thursday, 04 February 2010 20:10
Be My Valentine: Cameron Hughes Wine
10 days til Valentine's Day! Employing a no-frills business model, Cameron Hughes Wine delivers some of the best values in the industry. Since 2004, the maverick negociant has offered wines from around the world with no bottle exceeding $22 . "But our business relies heavily on shipping and delivering wines from across the country and around the world," says Cameron Hughes. In partnering with Carbonfund.org, the company's emissions from office use, travel, freight, and shipping activities are offset by supporting carbon reduction projects worldwide. In 2009, Cameron Hughes Wine reduced 282 metric tons of carbon dioxide or the equivalent of 29,000 gallons of gasoline. "We are committed to innovation, taking advantage of every opportunity to control costs. Partnering with Carbonfund.org is merely an extension of that, and it's an easy choice," notes Hughes. "We stake our reputation on a great value. What could be more valuable than protecting the people and places we love." To celebrate this partnership, Cameron Hughes Wine is excited to offer a 15% discount on all wine purchases through February 15! You can visit www.chwine.com and enter coupon code CARBON15 to receive 15% off your purchase.
Friday, 28 October 2011 17:01
Unirac: New Certifications for Environmental Stewardship
In April 2011, Carbonfund.org partner and North America's leading provider of solar power systems infrastructure, Unirac, became the first solar infrastructure company to achieve both ISO 14001:2004 and ISO 9001:2008 certifications. Unirac voluntarily participated in the certifications highlighting their focus on environmentally responsible business practices. The ISO 14001:2004 is "a framework for a holistic, strategic approach to the organization's environmental policy, plans and actions" while the ISO 9001:2008 standard offers "a tried and tested framework for taking a systematic approach to managing the organization's processes." In order to achieve these certifications, Unirac's certification, in part, was based on the following:
- undertakes waste management via recycling initiatives
- practices smart consumption of energy and materials
- undertakes better use of natural resources
- has adequate processes in place to manage environmental issues that might arise
- undertakes continual improvement to minimize harmful effects on the environment caused by its activities
Thursday, 28 July 2011 15:02
Transamerica Keeps it Green in the Insurance and Investment Services Industry
If you've ever spent time in a dense city center, you may have noticed the way the large, box-like buildings dominate the skyline. So in 1968, when Transamerica Corporation President John Beckett set out to build a new headquarters in San Francisco, he took a lesson from the trees. The now famous Transamerica Pyramid, located in the heart of San Francisco's Financial District, brings a bit of nature into that urban jungle with the building's distinct shape allowing natural light and fresh air to filter down to the streets below like sunshine filters through leaves. Transamerica, a Carbonfund.org partner, continues to look to the natural environment to inspire its buildings' inhabitants across the globe. Recently, Carbonfund.org was thrilled to receive an email from Transamerica asking if they could reference our newsletter's ideas for sustainably minded lighting in their monthly Green Tips sent to all employees. But the green lifestyle isn't just a monthly reminder at Transamerica -- it's an integral part of everyday life. The Insurance and Investment Group encourages and provides reusable mugs and bags, has mandatory recycling on every floor, and hold two electronic recycling events every year. These events have prevented about 20 tons of e-waste from going to landfills. In addition, the new campaign Transamerica plans to launch this fall aims to increase involvement in sustainable and charitable activities. Transamerica also has also partnered with Carbonfund.org for the past three years supporting the mitigation of 9,431 metric tonnes of CO2 (that's over 20 million pounds) through Carbonfund.org's project portfolio. The projects include both international reforestation projects and renewable energy projects in California. This support is equivalent to taking 1,849 cars off the road for a year, planting 241,821 tree seedlings, or powering 1,176 homes with electricity for a year. Clearly, Transamerica is doing their part to show environmental leadership in the insurance and investment services industry. To learn more about Transamerica and their innovative financial services and products please visit: www.transamerica.com
Tuesday, 28 December 2010 10:19
'Tis the season to give back: Orbitz customers donate $50K to the environment
With Orbitz customer contributions totaling more than $50,000 sent to the leading nonprofit carbon reduction and climate solutions organization Carbonfund.org, the online travel company and its customers have offset over 10 million pounds of carbon emissions in 2010. But just what does a donation like this mean in real life terms: •Taking 965 cars off the road for a year •Planting more than 50,000 trees, covering 231 acres of land •Providing solar systems for more than 3,800 homes. That's something to raise a toast to this holiday season. And as we embark on a new year, Orbitz continues to encourage its customers to live—and travel—by Carbonfund.org's mantra "Reduce what you can, offset what you can't™." Orbitz makes it easy for consumers to offset carbon emissions as part of the booking process for flights to and from destinations around the world. Carbonfund.org then uses these donations to support third-party validated renewable energy, reforestation and energy-efficiency projects focused on turning back the clock on global climate change. As the travel industry becomes more conscious of its impact on the environment, it's becomingly easier for travelers to find and support companies who are working to reduce their eco footprint. From hybrid car rentals to wind and solar powered hotels, travelers now have more eco-friendly choices than ever before. Check out Eco-tourism at Orbitz for a comprehensive list of eco-friendly travel options, including car rentals, flight carbon offsetting and hotels that have earned the EnergyStar® and achieved LEED® certification. To find out more about our commitment to green travel, see how Orbitz is engaged in making our world a better place. This guest post was written by Orbitz Worldwide senior travel editor Jeanenne Tornatore at Orbitz Blog.
Tuesday, 06 September 2011 14:54
Sleep Well, Sleep Green
GBS Enterprises is a leading supplier of mattress and pillow protection products with products branded under the Protect-All, Healthy Sleep and Rest Assured brands names. The company's aim is to offer products that provide a healthy sleep environment. But they also are committed to offering products in a way that also provides a healthier global environment. In an effort to become a more earth-friendly company, GBS Enterprises challenged itself to look at its daily operations and to identify actions that would save energy. After an initial review, they made basic changes that every business can easily make. Quite simply, they reduced. They implemented a company recycling program, a lights-off policy, decreased heating and cooling systems, and changed printing habits. However, GBS also recognizes that it can't reduce all emissions by changing habits so they have also mitigated their carbon footprint on products and operations. Since 2009, GBS has mitigated over 2,800 metric tonnes of CO2 though support of Carbonfund.org's carbon reduction projects. This amount is similar to greenhouse gas emissions avoided by recycling 975 tons of waste not sent to the landfill, the CO2 emissions from 313,900 gallons of gasoline consumed, or the carbon sequestered by 71,795 tree seedlings grown for 10 years. GBS provides an important example of a US business that is living the Carbonfund.org motto by reducing the emissions they can, and offsetting the emissions they can't. For more information please visit: www.gbsent.com
Wednesday, 29 December 2010 14:54
A Shade of Green in a Sustainable New Year!
Greening a business or organization used to be something only a huge Fortune 500 company could afford or a small mom & pop shop was interested in. As environmental impact continues to grow as a priority, Strategic Sustainability Consultants (SSC) recognized the need to deliver sustainability consultation to organizations and businesses of any size, scaling options to meet the needs of smaller organizations. They call this, "Sustainability for every organization." SSC helps clients calculate their carbon footprint and discover their "current shade of green," or, if it's already a sustainable business, help communicate the lovely shade of green they've already achieved. SSC guides clients with services including green audits, sustainability reports and green communications audits. Moreover, they believe part of the consultant/client relationship is knowledge transfer, which they bring about through customized workshops, webinars, presentations, and even in-house training sessions. Strategic Sustainability Solutions makes sure to practice what they preach, boasting their own nice shade of green and living by the Carbonfund.org motto to "Reduce what you can, offset what you can't." In fact, SSC is one of Carbonfund.org's newest CarbonFree® partners, having recently offset the emissions that could not be reduced by supporting Carbonfund.org's third-party validated renewable energy projects. Additionally, SSC conducts an annual green audit on themselves and over three years of audits were able to create a 44% reduction in absolute tons of GHG emissions, a 55% reduction in carbon per man-hour, and a 70% reduction in carbon per dollar of revenue. That is something to cheer in a Sustainable New Year!
Monday, 20 December 2010 15:00
Savers Bank Joins Fight on Climate Change
Savers Bank of Massachusetts is now supporting Carbonfund.org, donating to help our organization's programs and projects to fight climate change. Savers Bank is committed to giving back to the communities the bank serves and that involves taking steps to preserving the environment. The bank gives incentives to their customers to switch to e-statements and places a strong focus on Earth Day annually by providing useful tips to their customers to conserve energy, as well as giving out thousands of reusable shopping bags to customers and charitable organizations. They also encourage communities to recycle while protecting their personal information by offering free shredding throughout the year. In 2008, the bank purchased a fuel-efficient Honda Element that they use for volunteer purposes and business runs. In effort to encourage their customers to go green they will be introducing a green auto loan in 2011 which will provide customers with a better interest rate for fuel-efficient vehicles. With offices in Southbridge, Uxbridge, Auburn, Grafton, Charlton and Sturbridge, Savers Bank is a member of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), the Federal Home Loan Bank, the Co-operative Central Bank, and Massachusetts Bankers Association. Founded in 1910, Savers Bank has assets of over $400 million, offers a full range of consumer and commercial banking services and a strong legacy of community commitment and customer service. For more information, call 1-800-649-3036 or visit www.saversbank.com.
Friday, 06 May 2011 14:31
PureLife Dental - Supplies for a Cleaner Tomorrow
The dental industry has a big impact on the environment, from disposable infection control products to mercury amalgam waste. PureLife offers products and services that help the industry reduce it's eco-impact and they are continuously striving to provide eco-solutions that actually work. Their eco-friendly products are cost-competitive with traditional versions, and waste services are often provided at cost to encourage regulatory compliance, as part of a company commitment to the environment. Finding eco-friendly products that perform as well – or better – than traditional versions is a top priority. Reducing packaging, using organic or biodegradable materials, or creating products from recycled content allows dentists to move along the green path, without sacrificing. It's just one way they have found to make "green" work for dentists. Here are some other highlights of PureLife's green initiatives:
- Problem: Mercury pollution: did you know that the EPA estimates that 50% of the mercury that enters our waterways comes from dental amalgam, which is a mix of mercury and other metals?
- PureLife Solution: As an example, most Michigan dentists are required to have amalgam separators installed by 2013. To help these practitioners with the cost of complying, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and the Environment awarded a $300 grant to the Michigan Dental Association towards the purchase of an amalgam separator. PureLife subsequently dropped its price on one of its most popular separators to $300, bringing the out-of-pocket costs for Michigan dentists to zero.
- Problem: Dentists need education to learn about measures they can take to green their practices and meet regulatory compliance.
- PureLife Solution: Making Green Work: a How-To Guide for Dentists, a reference guide to help dentists become "green" from a practical viewpoint. It includes information on mercury and x-ray waste, and how to best ensure Compliance. The guide also goes Beyond Compliance, showing practitioners the top three steps they can do today to green a dental practice, helping to save money and attract more patients at the same time.
- Problem: A need for resources to acknowledge and assist dentists with environmental and compliance initiatives in a cost effective way, and in a way that communicates the initiatives with patients and employees.
- PureLife Solution: PureLife's new Environmental Leaders Program – a partnership program that will recognize the steps practices take towards compliance and beyond, while helping them to communicate the practice's commitment to environmental and public health to patients and employees. To help reduce the costs associated with environmental compliance, the program partners will receive discounts on PureLife's Green Collection of eco-friendly products, along with other benefits.
Monday, 02 May 2011 15:28
For People Going Places...
Located in Princeton, New Jersey, A-1 Limousine allows customers to select from a fleet of full-size limousines, extended stretch limousines, luxurious Escalades, limo vans, Motor Coach buses, or formal sedans. You can travel in style in your beautiful Cadillac limousine under the care of your professional chauffeur for weddings, proms, and special events. Even better, when you go with A-1 Limousine, you also travel CarbonFree® as A-1 Limousine supports climate mitigation projects for the fleet emissions. Through its partnership with CarbonFund.org, A-1 Limousine mitigated over 2,580 metric tonnes of CO2 in 2010 alone. That's like neutralizing the annual greenhouse gas emissions from 507 cars or the electricity use of 314 homes for one year. It's like taking the emissions from their operations and turning it into the carbon sequestering power of 66,361 tree seedlings grown for 10 years. If that wasn't swank enough, how about some deals? Keep an eye out for the A-1 specials. Currently A-1 Limousine has partnered with The Philadelphia Phillies, call for special packages. A-1 Limousine has also joined with a select and limited group of restaurants in a unique promotion combining elegant transportation with incredible food. Imagine you and your friends ditching the car for the night - being picked up in limousine and whisked out for an evening of exquisite food and drink, with the added luxury of being picked up and dropped back at home. All this for the low price of just $400 (plus applicable fees and taxes). Whether you are looking for a good deal, for quality fleet, for exceptional service, or for an environmentally conscious company, A-1 Limo is the way to go! About A-1 Limousine Inc A-1 Limousine Inc is an industry leading provider of ground transportation with a fleet more than 200 vehicles. Service is provided 24/7 throughout the Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware region. In addition, A-1 Limousine offers 'For People Going Places..." world-wide ground transportation reservation service. A-1 Limousine Inc is based in Princeton, NJ with an additional office and dispatch center in Allentown, PA. A-1 Limousine is a Proud Partner of The Philadelphia Phillies, The Official Limousine Service for The Trenton Thunder, The Official Limousine Service The Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs and The Official Ground Transportation provider for The Trenton Steel Indoor Football Team. For more information, visit www.A1Limo.com.


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Adventures in Biggleland: Meet the Biggles [Album Download]
Join the Biggles ™and the Kidsongs Kids™ on this magical musical tour of Biggleland. This album has a great mix of kids' songs like "Muffin Man" and "Alouette" and lively American classics like "East Side, West Side" and "Alexander's Rag Time Band".