Increasing noise pollution in the world’s oceans is threatening the survival of whales and dolphins,…
Month: December 2008
Venus ultraviolet puzzle ‘solved’
Scientists have cracked one of the many mysteries of Earth’s nearest planetary neighbour Venus.
New flying reptile species found
A new fossil species of flying reptile – with a wingspan the size of a…
Financial crisis cash stuns scientist
Cape Argus: The head of the world’s top climate scientists said he was stunned at…
Shrinking Glaciers Reveal Hidden Forests And A Warmer Climate
ScienceDaily: Uniquely old tree remains have recently been uncovered by the thawing of the rapidly…
Environmental Pledges Flow from First Clinton Global Initiative Asia
Environment News Service: Commitments to clean Hong Kong’s beaches, produce carbon-free energy from rice residues,…
United States: Lawmakers rip home energy saving plan
Associated Press: Two leading Vermont lawmakers are criticizing the Douglas administration’s plan for expanding efforts…
U.S. report questions value of carbon-offset deals
Reuters: Europe’s greenhouse gas market has shown that investments by rich countries into clean-energy projects…
UN official urges long view on green power plans.
Associated Press: The global financial crisis already has delayed some green energy projects, stoking fears…
Climate change could ruin Florida’s $5.5 Billion reef economy
Environment News Service: A new analysis of economic activity generated by Florida’s coral reefs finds…