EPA Loses, Environment Wins
Last week, a U.S. federal appeals court struck down an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule that exempted large factories and major power plants from accurately measuring their toxic emissions.
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Bloomberg’s Own Windy City
What’s next on NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s march to green Gotham? Wind power, of course.
COMMENTARY: Wild Horses
The image of the American west has always been one of scenic grasslands and deserts, complete with wild, free-roaming mustangs. Mustangs were seen as poetry in motion—the embodiment of untamed spirit. Now, they’re considered a costly nuisance.
Chasing the Chestnut
The American chestnut, which was virtually eliminated by the chestnut blight pathogen in the early 20th century, is being restored through several innovative programs around the country.
Winds of Change at Logan Airport
The Massachusetts Port Authority has set up 20 small turbines at Logan Airport, in the hopes of using them to generate significant electricity down the road.
Welcome to Neutral Town
The village of Ashton Hayes, England (population 1,000) aims to go carbon neutral.
Ocean Scheming
Climos, a company that has staked its fortunes on removing carbon from the atmosphere, is seeking another $10 million to test ocean iron fertilization in the Southern Ocean, despite a United Nations ban on the practice.
The Ethical Hunter in Africa
Big game hunters in Africa say their lucrative financial support is helping to protect wildlife and habitat and provide work for locals. But animal rights groups say wildlife watching is far more beneficial and humane.
Chain Saws in the Owl Habitat
The Bush administration last week announced that it would cut the amount of land designated as critical habitat for the endangered Northern Spotted Owl by some 23%.
Honda Takes Aim at Prius
Honda Motor Co. is looking to cut into competitor Toyota’s lead in sales of greener vehicles with the introduction of a new gasoline-electric hybrid.