Glaciers More Deadly Than Ever, New Study Says
The threat of rising sea levels caused by melting ice is well recognised, but scientists are now revising their thinking on just how global warming will manifest itself. Previously, melting ice sheets were seen as the major contributor to potential sea level rises; however, scientists in [...]
Continue reading...Algae Could Trap Carbon Emissions While You Drive
Thursday, July 19, 2007
Some of the world’s largest corporations have been pouring millions into discovering a clean and cheap way of capturing and processing green house gas emissions. However, it looks like the solution may have just been found by three fishing enthusiasts from North Wales. The three friends: an [...]
Continue reading...1kg of beef produces more Greenhouse Gases than Driving for Three Hours and Leaving all the Lights On
Thursday, July 19, 2007
Producing 1kg of beef emits more green houses gases than going for a three hour drive whilst leaving all the lights on at home, scientists reported today. The study, carried out by Akifumi Ogino at the National Institute of Livestock and Grassland Science in Tsukuba, Japan [...]
Continue reading...Brazilian Fisherman Laugh as they Massacre 83 Dolphins
Thursday, July 19, 2007
Brazilian fishermen have been caught on camera illegally killing dolphins and then laughing about it, according to Brazil’s environmental protection agency. The video showed the fishermen, who are not clearly identified, netting 83 river dolphins, which then suffocated, and hauling them up on deck. It is thought [...]
Continue reading...What?!! They Built the Largest Nuclear Power Plant on an Earthquake Fault Line?
Wednesday, July 18, 2007
The Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear power plant, closed since Monday following the major earthquake in the north of Japan is now known to be placed directly above a significant geological fault line. This line was thought to be inactive until it caused Monday’s earthquake, measuring 6.8 on the [...]
Continue reading...Lazy Brits Care About Environment But Do Nothing
Wednesday, July 18, 2007
You might think that a new survey showing that 86% of people claim that they worry about the environment is something to celebrate. Unfortunately, the poll, released today, goes on to show that most British people are just too lazy to do anything about it. Only 39% [...]
Continue reading...8,500 Square Miles of Pollution and Growing?
Wednesday, July 18, 2007
In the Gulf of Mexico every year a ‘Dead Zone’ appears; an expanse of ocean where the water is so oxygen depleted that it is impossible for marine life to survive. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, this year the ‘dead zone’ will probably [...]
Continue reading...Chrysler Crashing into an Environmental Pothole
Wednesday, July 18, 2007
The US congress’ plans to legislate against gas guzzlers are having an effect on the automobile industry before it even passes into law. Chrysler, America’s largest car manufacturer has announced that they are to shelve plans to develop a new luxury sedan model, as the legislation [...]
Continue reading...Tastes of Summer
Tuesday, July 17, 2007
Continuing our series of blogposts on seasonal food, this week it’s aubergines and blueberries in the spotlight. As well as being in season right now, blueberries are absurdly healthy, containing vast quantities of anti-oxidants. They’re also rather yummy. Delicious raw but you can add them to American [...]
Continue reading...Top 4 Travel Tips for a Green Summer
Tuesday, July 17, 2007
Summer is here and everyone’s off on holiday. Here are a few ways to reduce your carbon footprint without ruining your holiday. 1. Don’t go abroad. I know, the weather ain’t great, but Britain can be pretty spectacular. There are seaside towns like St [...]
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Friday, July 20, 2007
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