What's being said about the environment around the World
Greenpeace
Green gadgets - The search continues
The latest survey of greener electronics products has revealed that the greenest consumer electronic products on the market today may have a smaller environmental footprint than those sold a year ago, but the industry still has a way to go before they can claim a truly green product.
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EU flag and climate warnings beamed on Prague
As the Czech Republic takes the helm of the EU for six months, President Václav Klaus, a well-known EU and climate-sceptic, refused to fly the flag of the European Union on Prague Castle (a seat of the Czech president). Our Czech activists beamed a flag on the castle and illuminated the urgent need for the EU to act on climate change.
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IUCN - The World Conservation Union
Put biodiversity at centre of climate debate, says new experts survey
New global survey of on-the-ground climate decision makers in 100+ countries launched.
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International organizations launch initiatives for sustainable water use in Asia Pacific
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) have launched concrete initiatives to achieve more sustainable management of precious water resources in the Asia Pacific region.
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The Nature Conservancy
Oyster Shells Needed for Living Shoreline Restoration Project
More than 30,000 pounds of oyster shells are needed for an on-going coastal restoration project on Sapelo Island.
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Nature Conservancy Statement on Funding for Florida Forever
STATEMENT OF JEFF DANTER, STATE DIRECTOR
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Conservation International
New Marine Monuments Declared by Bush Raise Management Questions
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Namibia Proclaims Huge National Park in Former Diamond-Mining Area
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Lighter Footstep
Weekend Project: Hit the Thrift Stores!
So here's a fun assignment: Do a little shopping. The first weekend after the holidays is always prime time for crawling the thrift stores.
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Buy All Means: Bulk Up Your Purchases
Buying in bulk may seem like an extravagance, but it packs a triple punch when it comes to reducing your overall footprint.
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A Free Source of Dishwashing Scrubbies
You're probably throwing away a source of all the little dishwashing scrubbies you'd ever need. Keep a bit of plastic out of the landfill -- and save money!
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