Daily Archives: September 23, 2009

FOR KIDS: Penguin pressure

Posted on September 23, 2009 by Laura B.

Read the full story in Science News. Scientists are racing to learn as much as they can about penguins in the hopes of saving them from an uncertain future. See also the following resources for teachers to use in the … Continue reading →

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Study: Gender-Bending Fish Widespread In U.S.

Posted on September 23, 2009 by Laura B.

Read/listen to the full story at NPR. A survey of fish in rivers and streams around the country shows that a large percentage of male bass have acquired feminine characteristics. Scientists say it’s the biggest survey of this gender-bending condition … Continue reading →

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Six Tips For Green (and Greenwash-Free) Data Center Storage

Posted on September 23, 2009 by Laura B.

Read the full story at GreenerComputing. Today’s data center is going through a constant state of flux in an attempt to keep up with current demands. The data landscape grows exponentially, and with that growth comes the need to expand … Continue reading →

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Recycled Glass Is Just As Appealing As Clear Glass

Posted on September 23, 2009 by Laura B.

Read the full story at GreenerDesign. Consumers are generally not deterred from buying products packaged in mixed-color recycled glass, according to a new U.K. study.

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HealthyStuff.org Reveals Chemicals in Pet Toys, School Supplies, Purses

Posted on September 23, 2009 by Laura B.

Read the full story at GreenerDesign. More than 50 common purses and some 100 pet toys and accessories contain high levels of lead, and numerous school supplies are made with a wide range of chemicals of concern, according to new … Continue reading →

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Rules? We don't need no stinkin' rules!

Posted on September 23, 2009 by Laura B.

Read the full story at GreenerBuildings. After last week’s intemperate outburst I thought it was time for a return to our periodic pieces on pathways to New Normal. This week’s leverage point — No. 5 of 12 in Donella Meadows’ … Continue reading →

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A New Way to Turn Plastic Into Fuel?

Posted on September 23, 2009 by Laura B.

Read the full post at Green, Inc. Entrepreneurs have been trying for years to turn low-value wastes into high-value products. Waste plastic is among the lowest in value, and gasoline or diesel fuel the highest, but machines that carry out … Continue reading →

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Salazar Launches DOI Climate Change Response Strategy

Posted on September 23, 2009 by Laura B.

Via Docuticker. Salazar Launches DOI Climate Change Response Strategy Source: U.S. Department of the Interior Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar today launched the Department of the Interior’s first-ever coordinated strategy to address current and future impacts of climate change … Continue reading →

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Wisconsin Scientists Release Groundbreaking Climate Study

Posted on September 23, 2009 by Laura B.

Via Docuticker. Wisconsin Scientists Release Groundbreaking Climate Study Source: Union of Concerned Scientists A study released today by University of Wisconsin-Madison scientists focusing on the local consequences of global warming in their state represents “groundbreaking work,” according to the Union … Continue reading →

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EPA Punts on Risks to Children From Playground Tire Crumb

Posted on September 23, 2009 by Laura B.

Via Docuticker. EPA Punts on Risks to Children From Playground Tire Crumb Source: Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility Contrary to its public statements, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is not conducting studies on potential health effects to children from contact … Continue reading →

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