Toyota's green car stands out as more enviro-friendly
Newsweek Aug 28, 07 5:42 PM CDT
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Honda rolled out America's first hybrids a few years ago, but now they're scrambling to reclaim the roads after Toyota out-greened them with the enviro-hip Prius. What happened? Honda’s stylin’ was so “Civic” that nobody knew their drivers were commuting to save the world. If you can't show off your green creds, one analyst says, "the whole purchase is a waste of time."
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Concern over climate change has stalled Scandinavian nation's government
Washington Post Aug 21, 07 6:33 PM CDT
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A friendly little nation is facing the ethics of new economic power, as Norway asks itself whether to drill for 73 billion barrels of Arctic oil or leave it for others to uncover. The tiny country is the world's fifth largest exporter of oil, third largest of gas - and may have the world's biggest national conscience, too, the Washington Post reports.
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Eco-friendly building material branches out beyond fairy tales
Washington Post Aug 20, 07 11:59 AM CDT
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The newest surprise climate-saving tool is straw walls, and the Big Bad Wolf may have underestimated the First Little Pig’s shelter, the Washington Post reports. Instead of drywall or insulation, contractors stack the farm waste around buildings’ skeletons and then coat it with plaster. The eco-friendly result looks like stucco and keeps buildings cool.
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Doubts take back seat to politics
Politico Aug 20, 07 11:18 AM CDT
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To a presidential candidate who has an eye on Iowa—and who among them can afford not to?—ethanol is a political home run. The Hawkeye State hosts 28 refineries, and every one of the ’08 hopefuls has duly supported some form of ethanol subsidies. This despite the fact that, as Politico notes, reservations about ethanol as an alternative energy source have reached a fever pitch.
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Israel approves plans for new international airport on artificial island
Jerusalem Post (Israel) Aug 17, 07 4:02 PM CDT
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The Israelis want to build artificial islands in the Mediterranean, off the coast of Tel Aviv, and put an international airport on one of them. It's been talked about, on and off, for more than a decade; the project has finally been deemed feasable by a planning committee. The panel’s chair said the island chain is needed to support Israeli’s surging economy.
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Environmental consciousness and convenience don't have to be opposites. Use these tips to green up your home.
LiveScience Aug 16, 07 5:09 PM CDT
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So you're not ready to give up your car for a bicycle to help the Earth. LiveScience suggests 10 baby steps to going green that won't even cramp your style. Use compact fluorescent light bulbs. Purchase Energy Star-rated appliances, electronics, and lighting. Instead of plastic bags, shop with a reusable tote bag.
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You jog?
You chug?
You pay?
Chicago Sun-Times Aug 14, 07 4:26 PM CDT
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With bottled water getting bad marks from environmentalists and Chicago eager to green up its act, a city alderman has proposed a first: a 25-cent tax on bottled water. George Cardenas says that not only is all that plastic a disaster, but drinking bottled water cuts consumption of Chicago's own award-winning water, which hits the city in the pocketbook.
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Bush asks others to cut back emissions as US bankrolls high-emission projects
Los Angeles Times Aug 12, 07 3:37 PM CDT
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While Bush asks others to reduce emissions, Washington is promising to pay for a state-of-the-art oil refinery in India that will pump out 9 million metric tons of carbon dioxide a year. The Los Angeles Times says that this is only some of the smoke covering Washington’s tracks, as it backs energy and oil projects worldwide spewing out the equivalent of 30 million cars' worth of emissions.
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Legislation faces likely presidential veto
Washington Post Aug 5, 07 1:55 PM CDT
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The House passed a broad-based clean energy bill yesterday that redirects $16 billion in tax incentives from big oil and gas companies to renewable energy sources like wind and solar power. Democrats hailed the legislation as the first big step toward making the US a more environmentally friendly nation, but Republicans say the bill will increase dependence on foreign oil.
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Environment minister warns US against proceeding with plan
BBC Jul 31, 07 5:14 PM CDT
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Citing environmental concerns, Mexico is calling on the US to revise its plan to expand border fences. The current layout threatens fragile ecosystems in the Sonora Desert area and could wipe out endangered species like the Mexican black bear, a new report shows. Mexico is ready to take the US to international court if it doesn't respond, the BBC reports.
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Aussies buy $6M land to pay tribute to Irwin's conservation legacy
Sydney Morning Herald Jul 23, 07 7:14 AM CDT
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The late croc hunter Steve Irwin will be remembered with a new wildlife reserve in the Australian Outback established in his honor, the Sydney Morning Herald reports. The 135,000 hectares filled with endangered animals and dotted by fragile ecosystems, purchased by the government for $6 million, will be managed by Irwin's family.
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Attack on $38K gas-guzzler called
a 'hate crime'
Washington Post Jul 18, 07 2:46 PM CDT
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A 32-year-old man in Northwest DC woke to find his dream car—a $38,000 Hummer—with slashed tires, smashed windows, and a message carved into its body: "FOR THE ENVIRON." In a green-friendly neighborhood dominated by hybrids, two masked eco-extremists decided to punish Gareth Groves by mutilating his favorite possession.
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