Obama still doesn't get it. Photo: White House As Joe Romm noted the other day , Ezra Klein has an interesting column in WaPo making the case that, in terms of policy, Obama "is a moderate Republican of the early 1990s." Putting aside the emergency measures responding to the economic ...
A 1970s-era Monsanto ad. Photo: Christian Montone Chemicals and additives found in the food supply and other consumer products are making headlines regularly as more and more groups raise concern over the safety of these substances. In a statement released this week, the American Acad...
Celebrate Arbor Day on April 29, 2011 What is Arbor Day? Arbor Day is a nationally-celebrated observance that encourages tree planting and care. Founded by J. Sterling Morton in 1872, it's celebrated on the last Friday in April. (Learn more. ) Send Free E-cards Send a gorgeous, custom...
Ok, so these days, in developed countries like the United States, the average household has about 35 electrical appliances. The average annual cost of using these appliances is about $1,100 and if you live in a state where electricity is expensive*, that annual price tag goes up to ab...
There seems to be a lot about the world that none of you have a clue about.. Open a real history book for a minute, not one of the government sponsored ones that teaches only what they want you to hear. There is no war between races, classes or creeds. Those wars are scripted for us t...
A Certified Wildlife Habitat is a place that welcomes birds, butterflies and other local wildlife. All you need to do is provide the four elements animals need most: food , water , shelter and places to raise young . Garden for Wildlife Month is a special time of the year to rally, as...
Coal plants are one of the largest sources of man-made mercury pollution in the U.S. Every year 300,000 infants are born at risk for developmental defects because of their mother's exposure to toxic mercury pollution. This toxic pollution causes serious health problems, including brai...
At this year's New York International Auto Show, the capstone of the 2010-2011 auto show season, the major auto makers' displays were big, bold and green remained the theme as the industry moves back to financial stability. As we reported from Geneva , nearly every major introduction ...
Hogs lined up at a trough on a factory farm -- behaving not unlike certain lawmakers using their power to defend their business interests. Now that The New York Times editorial page has come out against what are now known as "Ag-gag" laws (thanks, Mark Bittman !), I think we can say t...
Laughter truly is the best medicine. And, now science proves some of its many benefits. Here are seven reasons to laugh longer, harder, and more often: 1. In a recent study published in Geriatrics and Gerontology International , researchers found that laughter therapy reduced depressi...
Lasst die Rainbow Warrior nach Japan! Ansichten dieses Artikels: Textansicht dieses Artikels Bildansicht dieses Artikels add2any Details zum Artikel: Artikel veröffentlicht am: 28.04.2011, Artikel veröffentlicht von: Viktoria Thumann Die Rainbow Warrior ist zu einer ihrer letzten Reis...
Save the Frogs Day focuses on banning Atrazine in US (04/26/2011) This year's Save the Frogs Day (Friday, April 29th) is focusing on a campaign to ban the herbicide Atrazine in the US with a rally at the steps of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Kerry Kriger, executive direc...
Close your eyes and stick your finger into a map of the United States. (A map. A big piece of paper with a picture of the country? Okay, look it up on Google Images, we'll wait.) Chances are you just poked a county with dangerous levels of ozone or particle pollution in the air. Nearl...
If the highest-ranking officer in the U.S. Armed Forces tells you to worry about global warming would you? I would sure pay attention. So when Admiral Mike Mullen, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, recently spoke on why the military is troubled by global warming we should lis...
NASCAR and environmental change rarely are seen together, but that's exactly what's happening during this year's NASCAR season. For the first time, the nation's most popular motorsport is using a blend of 15 percent ethanol in all its cars. In "Corn-Fueled Cars," energyNOW! Correspond...
No, your pet dog is not likely ever to catch on fire, so what are flame retardants doing in domestic canines? Indiana University researchers found manmade flame retardants in the blood of pet dogs at levels five to ten times greater than those found in humans. A previous study found e...
1. I am easily distracted. Did you see that squirrel? If you want to make a measurable difference, you’ll need to get my attention. Please put up a recycling system for the whole pack so we can easily access it. Don’t forget to remind us often how to use it – as we sometimes forget (o...
"By my estimation, I read about 20 books last year. I was given or purchased 7 new books, and the rest I checked out from the library, bought from a used bookstore, or were leant to me by friends. At this rate, it would take about three years of Kindle use for me to realize any net gr...
Even if the United States takes no explicit action to regulate greenhouse gases, emissions of carbon dioxide and other climate-altering substances will grow slowly over the next two decades, not returning to 2005 levels until 2027, according to a new projection from the Energy Informa...
Total, mostly known for its oil and gas operations, announced that it will try to buy a controlling interest in SunPower, the maker of high efficiency solar modules. Under terms of the deal, Total will, through a subsidiary, launch a tender offer to buy up to 60 percent of SunPower's ...
Beer. It refreshes and relaxes, it fuels sociability and cools the burn of spicy food. It is the most-widely consumed alcoholic beverage in the world, and the third most common beverage overall. It is the oldest alcoholic beverage produced–and in fact, the oldest known code of laws (t...
We just completed a substantial 20-year green Power Purchase Agreement that allows us to take responsibility for our footprint and foster true growth in the renewable energy sector. On July 30 we will begin purchasing the clean energy from 114 megawatts of wind generation at the NextE...
During the Bush II administration, I used to groan that the closest thing we had to a concerted policy response to climate change was the federal government's slew of goodies for corn-based ethanol. It was a monumentally depressing situation, because propping up corn-derived fuel is e...
Gravierende Sicherheitsdefizite in deutschen AKW Ansichten dieses Artikels: Textansicht dieses Artikels Bildansicht dieses Artikels add2any Details zum Artikel: Artikel veröffentlicht am: 28.04.2011, Artikel veröffentlicht von: Sigrid Totz Deutsche Atomkraftwerke sind die sichersten d...
Seattle: It seems like Seattle is always being mentioned for “going green” for every new and upcoming environmentally friendly technology. They take “going green” to the next level and urban gardening is one of their specialities. Their volunteer-run community gardens offer 1,900 plot...
The Moral Depravity of the Japanese Government Commentary by Captain Paul Watson In Japan, 71-year-old Eisako Sato was Governor of Fukushima Prefecture from 1988 until 2006. Today he is considered an “Enemy of the State.” He became an “Enemy of the State” in 2006 when he was forced to...
Arbor Day is the day when we focus on trees appreciating them, talking about them, but most of all planting them. Don't get us wrong. There are many benefits of planting trees , including increased property values, cleaner air and water, and reduced home energy costs. The tips in th...
Arbor day, a holiday devoted to planting trees; that’s just the best. The idea of Arbor Day started in 1872, when J. Sterling Morton, then a member of the Nebraska Board of Agriculture, introduced a resolution that the day should be: “epspecially set apart and consecrated for the plan...
Rick Mercer consistently makes genuine Canadian connections between humour and politics. He has a knack for breaking through cynicism while giving both politicians and voters a motivating kick in the funny pants. This rant is a further example of his cutting, yet positive, commentary....
