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Mercury Pollution from Gold Mining: Small Scale Miners Use Toxic Chemical to Process Ore

In: Pollution Control

By: Eilene Toppin Ording

Ocean Wise: The New Eco-Friendly Seafood Choice

In: Environmentalism (general)

By: Johanna Bailey

Adaptation to Climate Change, the New Priority: Policies Must Look at Ways to Reduce the Impact of Change in Climate

In: Environmentalism (general)

By: Benjamin Cottin

Luxury Travel Fans Can Donate to Nonprofits: Give Back with These Two Recommended Environmental Organizations

In: Environmental Organizations

By: Feature Writer Jennifer W. Miner

How to Help Prevent Flooding: Using Sustainable Design to Reduce the Impact of High Rainfall

In: Environmentalism (general)

By: Lara Hurley

Heavy Metals and Coal: Carbon Footprint Aside, Coal is not Environmentally Friendly

In: Environmentalism (general)

By: Eilene Toppin Ording

Recycling Electronics: Where to Trash TVs, Cell Phones and Computers

In: Waste Reduction

By: Eilene Toppin Ording

Ghost Forest in Trafalgar Square, London: Giant Tree Stumps Highlight Rainforest Deforestation

In: Environmental Activism

By: Paris Franz

Healthy School Environment Help: EPA has Web Resources Just for Schools

In: Environmentalism (general)

By: Eilene Toppin Ording

Safe Drinking Water in America: Good Practices and Conservation Make Healthy Water Available

In: Environmentalism (general)

By: Eilene Toppin Ording

Locals Voice Anger Over Australian Power Plants: NSW Residents Protest Against Proposed Coal-fired Power Stations

In: Environmental Activism

By: Rachel Williamson

U.S. Ocean Pollution Laws Help Clean Up Oceans: Federal Clean Water Regulations Limit Oil Spills & Marine Pollution

In: Pollution Control

By: Feature Writer Jason Parent

What's Coming Out of That Stack: A Look at Visible and Invisible Air Pollution

In: Pollution Control

By: Eilene Toppin Ording

Gas Drilling in New York State - Boon or Threat? Water and Clean Environment vs. Jobs and Energy Independence in NYS

In: Environmental Activism

By: Anya Tikka

Environmental Activist Arrested in Turkmenistan: Rushed Trial Sends Environmentalist to Prison for Five Years

In: Environmental Activism

By: Jacqueline Lerche

Looming Ecological Disaster of Alberta Tar Sands: Local Toxic Legacy and Global Environmental Impacts of Oil Sands

In: Environmentalism (general)

By: Laurence O'Sullivan

Global Warming Effects on Coral Reef Ecosystems: How Climate Change and Water Pollution Affect Ocean Life

In: Pollution Control

By: Bernard P. Nelson

Litter on the Links Problem Grows: Millions of Golf Balls Create a Pollution Problem

In: Pollution Control

By: Feature Writer Rupert Taylor

Coal from the Mountaintops: Comparing the Costs and Benefits of Mountaintop Removal Coal

In: Environmentalism (general)

By: K. Gregg Elliott

Deforestation by the Nazca Civilization of Peru: Environmental Devastation in the Ancient World

In: Reforestation

By: Holly Anderson

Solar Hot Water (Solar-thermal) Systems: Flat Plate or Tube Collectors Save Energy With Solar Power

In: Energy Conservation

By: Kimbra Cutlip

Species Extinction Speeds up: Plants and Animals are Disappearing Rapidly

In: Environmentalism (general)

By: Feature Writer Rupert Taylor

Natural Gas for Vehicles: A Clean Burning Alternative Fuel That is Better for the Environment

In: Pollution Control

By: Jacqueline Lerche

How Hydroelectric Power Plants Work: Using Dams, Ocean Waves, and Tides to Make Clean, Renewable Energy

In: Energy Conservation

By: Molly Markey

Forest Activist in Congo Wins Livelihood Award: Courageous Work of René Ngongo Acknowledged

In: Environmental Activism

By: Gemma Richardson

Vancouver Canada - A Green City Model: Environmental Monitoring and Sustainable Business

In: Environmental Activism

By: Bev Yaworski

Faith Communities Help with Environmental Action: Churches Call on Their Faithful to Protect the Environment

In: Environmental Activism

By: Feature Writer Hildra Tague

350.org Environment Rally Comes Off "Perfectly": Hundreds Attend Sydney Climate Change Rally

In: Environmental Activism

By: Rachel Williamson

Facts About Daylight Saving Time: How One Hour Can Change People For Days

In: Energy Conservation

By: Rhonda Campbell

Morocco Thuya Wood Carvers Facing Supply Crisis: Skilled Moroccan Craftsmen Need Tree Planting Schemes to Survive

In: Reforestation

By: Kate Nivison

Australians Voice Climate Fears at 350.org Rally: Climate Change Rally Draws Hundreds Of Supporters To Central Sydney

In: Environmental Activism

By: Rachel Williamson

350 Events to Combat Climate Change: October 24 Around the World People Gather to Commit to the Earth

In: Environmental Activism

By: Feature Writer Hildra Tague

How About Cap-and-Trade? Cap-and-Trade Is Not a Market-friendly Energy Alternative

In: Environmentalism (general)

By: Duane Sharp

Alternative Energy Replacements for Crude Oil: Which Green Renewable Energy Sources Could Replace Oil?

In: Energy Conservation

By: Don Kaiser

Water Harvesting: Conserving a Precious Resource Can Conflict with the Law

In: Environmentalism (general)

By: Stephen Allen Christensen

Green Olympic Games - Myth or Reality? Environmental Monitoring & Sustainability Assessment

In: Environmentalism (general)

By: Bev Yaworski

Effects of Air Pollution on Ecosystems: Land & Water Pollution From Airborne Pollutants Environmental Study

In: Pollution Control

By: Bernard P. Nelson

Green Building Practices: Recommendations for Green Design

In: Environmental Activism

By: Amanda Jones

Energy Saving and Measuring the Carbon Footprint: A Need for Local Standards

In: Energy Conservation

By: Amanda Jones

Is it Easy Being Green? Costs and Benefits of Green Building

In: Environmental Activism

By: Amanda Jones

Using Clean Energy to Generate Electricity: Understanding Sustainable Energy Alternatives to Coal

In: Energy Conservation

By: Molly Markey

Green Building: What is it? The Four Cornerstones of Green Building

In: Energy Conservation

By: Amanda Jones

Kudzu Reaches Canada: Invasive Vine Chokes other Plants

In: Environmentalism (general)

By: Feature Writer Rupert Taylor

Feeding the World with Permaculture: Striving for Self-sufficiency

In: Environmental Activism

By: Chelsea Hoffman

Environmental Issues for Olympic Games: Green Marketing, Sustainable Planning and Environmental Activism

In: Environmental Activism

By: Bev Yaworski

Green Building for the Community: Dispelling the Myths of Green Building

In: Environmental Activism

By: Amanda Jones

Global Environmental Action Successful: Climate Change, Global Warming: What Can People on Planet Earth Do?

In: Environmental Activism

By: Bev Yaworski

Cirque Du Soleil Soars into Outer Space: Guy Laliberté, Cirque Leader, Sends Green Message from Space

In: Environmental Activism

By: Bev Yaworski

The Cougar Fund – Dedicated to Cougar Protection: This Organization Helps Mountain Lions by Educating the Public

In: Environmental Organizations

By: Jacqueline Lerche

Sting's SOS Rainforest YouTube Video: Team Earth Helps Spread Musician Sting's Message about Rainforests

In: Environmental Activism

By: Feature Writer Ret Talbot

National Wildlife Federation's Backyard Program: Does Your Garden Qualify as a Wildlife Natural Habitat?

In: Environmental Organizations

By: Linda Ashar

Clean Energy and The TerraWatt Challenge: Green Electricity to Meet 5 Decade Population Growth

In: Environmentalism (general)

By: Justin Novak

Tidal Power Offers Clean and Renewable Energy: The Power of Water Provides a Reliable Alternative Energy Source

In: Energy Conservation

By: Jacqueline Lerche

Biomass Energy Fuels Debate on Best Alternative: Plentiful Supply of Renewable Biomass but is it Sustainable

In: Energy Conservation

By: Frank Giorno

The Only Agave School in the World in Andalucia: Timbe Explores the Potential uses of Agave and its Wood

In: Environmental Activism

By: Christine Rödel

How Trees Reduce Urban Air Pollution: Trees Lower Air Pollutants, DecreaseTemperatures & Conserve Energy

In: Pollution Control

By: Jacqueline Lerche

Top Environmentally Friendly Companies in USA: Learn Where to Spend Green Dollars

In: Environmental Organizations

By: Eilene Toppin Ording

ARRI's Reforestation Brings Jobs & Cleaner Water: Central Appalachians May Get an Economic and Environmental Boost

In: Reforestation

By: Jacqueline Lerche

What Are Ecological Footprints? Measuring the Environmental Impact of Human Lifestyles

In: Environmentalism (general)

By: Mallory Giunchigliani

River and Beach Contamination Poorly Publicized: U.S. Agencies Fail to Notify of Sewage Pollution Risks for Swimmers

In: Pollution Control

By: Jennifer Mueller

What is Team Earth? A Conservation International Global Sustainability Initiative

In: Environmental Organizations

By: Feature Writer Ret Talbot

Water Pollution Threatens U.S. Beach Swimmers: Contamination and Sewage Spills in Oceans and Lakes Pose Health Risk

In: Pollution Control

By: Jennifer Mueller

Cloth Napkins Versus Paper Napkins: Which is the Most Eco-Friendly Product for Your Lifestyle?

In: Waste Reduction

By: Jacqueline Lerche

Eating Healthy Food, Protecting Your Environment: Eat Local, Eat Healthy, Enjoy Plenty with 100-Mile Diet Menus

In: Environmental Activism

By: Bev Yaworski

The Effects of Water Pollution on Health: The Health Risks of Water Pollution and Protecting Against Them

In: Pollution Control

By: Elizabeth Humphreys

Organic Gardening Magazine Revamps More Cities: Concerned Corporations Join Together to Strengthen Community Gardens

In: Environmental Activism

By: Annie Spiegelman

UN Climate Talks in Copenhagen: Climate Defenders Launch Massive Campaign Leading Up to Kyoto Plus

In: Environmental Activism

By: Gemma Richardson

Solar Power Generates Clean Energy in Canada: Concern for Climate Change, Jobs and Other Incentives Spurs Growth

In: Energy Conservation

By: Frank Giorno

Chevy Volt vs. Toyota Prius vs. Nissan Leaf: Plug-in Hybrid, Range-extending, or Battery-only Electric Car?

In: Pollution Control

By: Molly Markey

Land Pollution From Fertilizer: Effects of Water Pollution on Soil and Food Safety

In: Pollution Control

By: Bernard P. Nelson

Greenpeace and Kimberly-Clark Reach Agreement: Maker of Kleenex Pledges to Protect Canada's Boreal Forest

In: Environmental Activism

By: Gemma Richardson

Is Cash for Clunkers an Economic Stimulus? Rebate Program Statistics Reveal Fuel Economy & US Car Sale Increase

In: Energy Conservation

By: Justin Novak

How to Get Rid of E-Waste: Properly Dispose of TVs, Computers, Printers, & Cell Phones

In: Waste Reduction

By: Deborah Harding

How to Properly Dispose of Old Computers: Recycling E-Waste

In: Waste Reduction

By: Deborah Harding

Birth of the Environmental Movement: Early Attempts to Protect Nature from Human Activity

In: Environmental Organizations

By: Feature Writer Rupert Taylor

Algae Biofuel Could Replace Oil: New Biofuels may be Cheaper and Greener

In: Energy Conservation

By: Angela Higbee

Nano Silver – Ecofriendly or Biohazard? Is Using Silver as an Antibacterial Agent in Consumer Products Safe?

In: Pollution Control

By: Sharon Russell

Exploring Nature With Young Children: Rachel Carson’s Sense of Wonder Provides Ideas, Inspiration

In: Environmental Activism

By: Claudia M. Lenart

U.S. Commercial Sector Potential Energy Savings: Unlocking Energy Efficiencies in American Commercial Buildings

In: Energy Conservation

By: Laurence O'Sullivan

Seven Principles of Deep Ecology: Understanding Extreme Environmental Philosophy

In: Environmental Activism

By: Sarah Spiker

Early Environmental Curriculum: Teaching Kids About the Different Types of Environmentalists

In: Environmental Activism

By: Sarah Spiker

Industrial Hemp in Today's Environment: Uses of Cannabis sativa in History and Today's Prohibition

In: Environmentalism (general)

By: Feature Writer Lorraine Syratt

Geothermal Energy for a Residential Heat Pump: Using Alternative Energy to Heat or Cool Efficiently and Save Money

In: Energy Conservation

By: Justin Novak

E-Waste, an Environmental Disaster: Old Computers & Cell Phones Litter the Environment in Poor Countries

In: Environmental Activism

By: Deborah Harding

Energy Efficiency in the U.S. Residential Sector: Residential Energy Conservation Offers Low Cost Energy Resource

In: Energy Conservation

By: Laurence O'Sullivan

Sustainable Palm Oil Still Difficult to Obtain: Demand is Changing But Production Practices are Not

In: Reforestation

By: Lauren Witlin

Rolls Royce to Produce an Eco-Friendly Model? ‘Spirit of Ecstasy’ Sets Its Sight on Electric

In: Pollution Control

By: Rebecca Campbell

Scottish Highlands Battle To Stay Beautiful: Expert Arguments Against Waste Incinerator Plant for Invergordon

In: Environmental Activism

By: Jacqueline Wake

Great Pacific Garbage Patch: North Pacific Ocean Gyre is One of Most Polluted Areas on Earth

In: Pollution Control

By: Jeremy Glennon

Ensuring Clean and Safe Water for America: Bill in Congress Seeks to Address Aging U.S. Infrastructure

In: Pollution Control

By: Jennifer Mueller

Unhealthy Water Pollution in Coastal Oceans: Gulf of Mexico Ocean Pollution Study Finds Human & Animal Feces

In: Pollution Control

By: Bernard P. Nelson

Listen to the Land Conservation Conversations: Stories of Grassroots Environmentalism by Dennis Boyer Reviewed

In: Environmental Activism

By: Feature Writer Christine Eirschele

Climate Change: Sharing Responsibility for the Greenhouse Effect

In: Environmentalism (general)

By: Rosalind Brenner

Microfiber Cloth for Chemical-free Cleaning: Is this Synthetic Material Really Environmentally Friendly?

In: Pollution Control

By: Sharon Russell

U.S. Environmental Impacts from Climate Change: Climate-Related Environmental Changes in the United States

In: Environmentalism (general)

By: Laurence O'Sullivan

Appliances Draw Energy when Switched off: Electricity Leakage from Standby Power Mode

In: Energy Conservation

By: Feature Writer Rupert Taylor

Standards for "Green" Labels: Can You be Sure that Biodegradable Product Really is Eco-friendly?

In: Waste Reduction

By: Sharon Russell

Container Recycling Numbers Are Resin ID Codes: What the Numbers Mean and How to Use Them for Safety and Recycling

In: Environmentalism (general)

By: Marie Thomas

The UK Low Carbon Transition Plan and Reaction: The Labour Government in Britain has Explained Green Future Ideas

In: Environmental Activism

By: Marc Latham

Dye-Sensitized Solar Power: Affordable Solar Panel System of the Future

In: Energy Conservation

By: Feature Writer Tricia Edgar

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