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Mining Companies Buy Political Influence in Australia, Report Says

by Myrna Posted on June 29, 2016

A report cited six instances where political donations were made and companies received favorable legislation for mining projects. Original post –  Mining Companies Buy Political Influence in Australia, Report Says ; ; ;

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Mining Companies Buy Political Influence in Australia, Report Says

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Will California start drilling deep for water?

by Myrna Posted on June 29, 2016

Stanford scientists find a ‘water windfall’ deep underground; its viability as a resource is problematic, its protection is essential. Source article:  Will California start drilling deep for water? ; ; ;

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Obama, Justin Trudeau and Enrique Peña Nieto Focus on Climate, Both Political and Global

by Myrna Posted on June 29, 2016

The three North American leaders met in Ottawa, focusing on climate change and the ripples from Britain’s vote, and disavowed nativist political currents. More:  Obama, Justin Trudeau and Enrique Peña Nieto Focus on Climate, Both Political and Global ; ; ;

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Growing Greens in the Spare Room as ‘Vertical Farm’ Start-Ups Flourish

by Myrna Posted on June 29, 2016

LED lighting and short growing periods have helped the rise of indoor farming, but scaling up is tougher. Link:   Growing Greens in the Spare Room as ‘Vertical Farm’ Start-Ups Flourish ; ; ;

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Growing Greens in the Spare Room as ‘Vertical Farm’ Start-Ups Flourish

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On a Heating Planet, ‘Gasland’ Filmmaker Josh Fox Lets Go and Loves

by Myrna Posted on June 27, 2016

A film on fighting climate change from the director of “Gasland” points the finger within instead of at familiar, insufficient, targets. Credit –  On a Heating Planet, ‘Gasland’ Filmmaker Josh Fox Lets Go and Loves ; ; ;

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On a Heating Planet, ‘Gasland’ Filmmaker Josh Fox Lets Go and Loves

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Why the Sweet Scent of Japanese Honeysuckle Signals Trouble

by Myrna Posted on June 24, 2016

Introduced to North America in 1862, and once recommended for erosion control, the vine reproduces at rapid speed making it a threat to rare plants. See the article here:   Why the Sweet Scent of Japanese Honeysuckle Signals Trouble ; ; ;

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American Drivers Regain Appetite for Gas Guzzlers

by Myrna Posted on June 24, 2016

Setting aside concerns about global warming, consumers are unloading hybrid and electric vehicles in favor of bigger cars, pickups and S.U.V.s. Link to article:   American Drivers Regain Appetite for Gas Guzzlers ; ; ;

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American Drivers Regain Appetite for Gas Guzzlers

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From Brexit to Climate, Little Engagement From Young People

by Myrna Posted on June 24, 2016

Britain’s “Brexit” vote was likely tipped by disengagement among young voters for whom the consequences matter most. Climate disengagement exists, as well. This article –  From Brexit to Climate, Little Engagement From Young People ; ; ;

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From Brexit to Climate, Little Engagement From Young People

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Watermelon Snow: Not Edible but Important for Climate Change

by Myrna Posted on June 22, 2016

A study called for better understanding of potential effects on the climate of red algae that grows on snow in warmer months. Link –  Watermelon Snow: Not Edible but Important for Climate Change ; ; ;

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Watermelon Snow: Not Edible but Important for Climate Change

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Neil deGrasse Tyson and Al Gore Explore Climate Change, Life in a Naval Observatory and More

by Myrna Posted on June 22, 2016

Neil deGrasse Tyson and Al Gore talk about climate change activism, the “GoreSat” satellite, “spider goats” and paths to abundant clean energy. View original:  Neil deGrasse Tyson and Al Gore Explore Climate Change, Life in a Naval Observatory and More ; ; ;

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