Environmentalists Weigh In On Hunting
The hunting debate will probably never be resolved to everyone’s satisfaction, but green leaders are increasingly advocating for cooperation between hunters and environmental groups.
EarthTalk Q&A
I’ve heard that hybrid engine technology is now being used to power boats.
With concerns about climate change and the fate of the world’s imperiled oceans and waterways at an all time high, it makes sense that the boating industry would be looking into greener ways to try to do their part and to attract some of those increasing numbers of environmentally conscious customers.
Has China been making any progress reducing its output of global
Decades of rapid-fire development and lack of government oversight has meant that China now faces some serious environmental challenges. According to research by the Netherlands Environmental Assessment Agency, China
Since Obama took office, have any new incentives been put in place
Among the home energy-efficiency incentives now available are tax credits for 30 percent of the cost of the installation of renewable energy equipment at home, such as geothermal heating and cooling systems like the one pictured here.
How are populations of the world’s orca whales faring these days?
The largest member of the dolphin family and a major draw at marine parks, orcas (also known as “killer whales”) are highly intelligent and social marine mammals that, because of these traits, have come to be known as ambassadors for nature and marine ecosystems around the world.
I’d like to know the relative electricity cost of utility scale solar and wind plants
The federal Investment Tax Credit was expanded and extended (through 2016) this year, allowing for 30 percent of the cost of a home renewable energy system to be deducted from your federal tax bill. Pictured: A home rooftop solar installation in progress.
What’s the story with the Florida Panther these days?
One of more than 20 subspecies of cougar and native to the southeastern United States, the Florida Panther is most certainly still highly endangered. Biologists estimate that less than 100 of the animals are alive in the wild today, hanging on in the southern tip of Florida below the Caloosahatchee River.
I’m sure there are many good environmental reasons to build a rooftop garden
Green roofs are gaining in popularity. North Americans added some 3.1 million square feet of them to their buildings in 2008 alone -— up 35 percent from 2007. Pictured: a rooftop garden in the Pine Market section of Seattle.
I haven’t heard much of late about big oil spills like the infamous Exxon Valdez
In the wake of 1989’s massive Exxon Valdez oil spill in Alaska’s Prince William Sound, when 11 million gallons of oil befouled some 1,300 miles of formerly pristine and wildlife-rich coastline, much has been done to prevent future spills of such magnitude.
What are some simple low cost improvements I can do to my home to make it greener?
Turning the thermostat up in summer and down in winter is a simple yet oft-overlooked way to save money and energy on heating and cooling.