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“…Michael McCarthy: Huhne’s departure will sadden all who care about the environment…”
“…His brilliant brain was never put to better use than when he saved the day at the Cancun talks. With the enforced departure of Chris Huhne the environment in Britain has lost its most intelligent and powerful defender. In his … Continue reading
“…Science behind the big freeze: is climate change bringing the Arctic to Europe?…”
“…A loss of sea ice could be a cause of the bitter winds that have swept across the UK in the past week – weather experts say…” go to source/story>>> Science behind the big freeze: is climate change bringing the … Continue reading
“…Poop-Powered Robot: EcoBot-III From Bristol Robotics Laboratory…”
“…Today’s robots that fly, jump or roll around must refuel or recharge as does any gadget that runs out of energy. Tomorrow’s new generation of self-sustaining robots might keep going nearly forever by grazing on dead insects, rotting plant matter … Continue reading
“…The world economy may be creaking, but one sector – cleantech – is booming…”
“…Should New Zealand somehow claim even a trifling 0.9 per cent of this green gold rush – we could see our average income climb by 82 per cent over the next decade or so – not only bridging the salary … Continue reading
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“…100 MPG Car for $25,000…”
“…WikiSpeed is building cars obtaining 100 MPG and costing $25,000. They also are fast and have been designed for safety. What follows is an interview with Joe Justice – who is a founder of the organization…” (ed:..the pics of this … Continue reading
“…The 10 best commuter bikes…”
bike-nirvana… go to source/story>>> The 10 best commuter bikes – Green Living – Environment – The Independent.
waihi residents to face round-the-clock drilling at the martha mine…
“…In a major development for Waihi, Newmont has been given approval to drill down under the existing Martha Mine in the centre of the Coromandel town. The tunnelling would run 24 hours a day, seven days a week. But although … Continue reading
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“…What’s Next? Join With AlterNet in Looking into the Future…”
“..It’s time to generate a new conversation about how to create the future we want. That’s why we’re launching a full-fledged Visions section…” go to source/story>>> What’s Next? Join With AlterNet in Looking into the Future | Visions | AlterNet.
“…’Gasland’ Journalists Arrested At Hearing By Order Of House Republicans…”
“..In a stunning break with First Amendment policy, House Republicans directed Capitol Hill police to detain a highly regarded documentary crew that was attempting to film a Wednesday hearing on a controversial natural gas procurement practice. Republicans also denied the … Continue reading
comment@whoar:..incontrivable proof that our political leaders are as dumb as a sack of doorknobs…and are just selling us down the river..unthinking…
putting the pros and cons of drilling for oil to one side.. ..and just focusing on the supposed benefits for new zealand/the mug-punters.. ..can you just consider these stark facts..and weep..? ..as i reported yesterday… ….the progressive govt in ecuador..bemoaning … Continue reading
“…Kiwi climate sceptics get American funding…”
“…New Zealand’s most prominent group of global warming sceptics has received at least $84,000 from an American think-tank which has been backed by fossil fuel interests – - and accused of “climate change denialism”. The Chicago-based Heartland Institute paid the … Continue reading
“…Rebel hero who has ‘betrayed’ the last of Aceh’s orang-utans…”
“…Governor has dismayed supporters by allowing the destruction of a Sumatran forest where the apes live..” go to source/story>>> Rebel hero who has ‘betrayed’ the last of Aceh’s orang-utans – Nature – Environment – The Independent.
“…Key fails to appease Maori party…”
“…The Maori Party is sticking to its warning it could walk out on National over the removal of a Treaty clause in state asset sales plans, despite Prime Minister John Key’s attempts to dampen down its members’ anger. Co-leaders Tariana … Continue reading
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“…Abolishing meat is an ethical issue that requires everyone’s attention…”
“…As a barrister – I seek justice for people and defend their rights. As a vegetarian – I like to think that I take a stand against injustice for those who happen not to have been born human – - … Continue reading
celia wade-brown -’green’ mayor – evicts wellington occupiers…(ed:..ew..!..eh..?..that’s her/any credibilty pretty much in tatters..eh..?..)
“…Evictions are underway at the site of the Occupy Wellington protest in Civic Square. Police, Wellington City Council and security staff are moving in and the Square has been cordoned off. The council says 20 police and 20 security guards … Continue reading
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“…Port supporter slams harbour expansion plans…”
“…One of Ports of Auckland’s strongest supporters, Auckland councillor Mike Lee – is vehemently opposed to filling in more of the Waitemata Harbour for port use. “The days of major reclamations of the Waitemata Harbour must come to an end,” … Continue reading
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“…Dissenting planner kicked off Paget St case…”
“…A council planner was dumped from a hotly debated heritage case after refusing to sign his name to approve demolition of a 130-year-old cottage in Freemans Bay, new evidence shows. The latest twist in the heritage controversy follows the revelation … Continue reading
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“…Firms squirm at shame of exposure over human rights and environmental contempt…”
“…Some of the world’s biggest companies are in the running for an award that none of them actually wants. This Friday, two will be singled out as the biggest offenders of the year for “contempt for the environment and human … Continue reading
“…Fast-tracked oil consents bypass mayor – public…”
“…Gisborne Council officials have already granted exploration consents to Canadian oil companies without seeking public approval – or consulting their own mayor. The Sunday Star-Times revealed two weeks ago that a joint-venture between TAG Oil and Apache believed there was … Continue reading
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“…First Environmentalism—Then Socialism!..”
“…To the power brokers of America’s right – climate change poses a dire threat to business as usual. Environmentalism, in fact, is seen by many of them as a stalking horse for an even more sinister force: socialism. Progressive thinker … Continue reading
“…Wild Orchid Flowers Captivate And Inspire…” (photos..)
“…Confucius called them the “king of fragrant plants,” – and John Ruskin condemned them as “prurient apparitions.” Across the centuries, orchids have captivated us with their elaborate exoticism – their powerful perfumes – and their sublime seductiveness. But the disquieting … Continue reading
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“…Plans ‘turn harbour into a river’…”
“…Boaties says the Waitemata Harbour will become the Waitemata River under bold plans to extend Auckland’s port 250m into the harbour. As tens of thousands of boaties prepare to celebrate Auckland’s maritime history at Monday’s Anniversary Day Regatta the future … Continue reading
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“…Cash in on green grass of home…”
“…What about the Government taking a (cannabis) leaf out of the California story and granting permits to a set number of marijuana growers throughout the country – - who would sell it to licensed outlets for use by those with … Continue reading
“…Paula Deen: Populist Cook or Diabetic Scam Artist?…”
“…By now you’ve probably heard about the controversy surrounding Paula Deen – - the southern cook whose butter-soaked, sugar-fueled meals and home-grown style made her a hit on the Food Network. Since admitting to having contracted Type 2 diabetes three … Continue reading
“…World’s giant trees are dying off rapidly – studies show…”
“…Ecological ‘kings of the jungle’ being toppled by forest fragmentation, severe drought and new pests and diseases…” go to source/story>>> World’s giant trees are dying off rapidly, studies show | Environment | The Guardian.
“…Plan for big carpark on waterfront slammed as ‘obscene’…”
“…Ports of Auckland is planning a multi-storey carpark for imported vehicles – alongside a $40 million project to turn Quay St into a boulevard for pedestrians. The carpark will replace the new- and used-vehicle storage facility on Captain Cook Wharf, … Continue reading
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“…What the frack? It’s damaging water supplies and causing earthquakes – so why is the Environmental Protection Agency so slow to act?…”
“…The rural town of Dimcock, Pennsylvania, in the US, rests in the rolling hills in Susquehanna County. It used to be picturesque – but today it boasts more blight than Appalachian charm. In 2009, local claims of water contamination by … Continue reading
“…Al Gore: Living on Thin Ice…”
“..Some of the most dangerous changes in our climate system are the ones that often receive the least attention. Consider that Antarctica, the massive continent at the southern tip of our planet, holds 90% of the Earth’s ice. It is … Continue reading
“..New Zealand Herald Editorial: Open scrutiny of port plans vital for city…”
“…The wide Waitemata is essential to Auckland’s beauty. The expanse of water between the port and the North Shore is wide enough to be enchanting but not so wide that its visual appeal could not be easily ruined. A careless … Continue reading
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“…Anti-fracking group protest…”
“…More than 300 protesters marched through Napier yesterday to face off with representatives of oil companies intent on drilling the East Coast. The group carried placards and yelled: “No way – don’t frack the bay.” They then assembled outside the … Continue reading
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“…Canterbury Fracking Permits…” – Google Maps
(um..!.. there has been fracking done here since 1993… ..did you know that..? ..i didn’t know that..) go to source/story>>> Canterbury Fracking Permits – Google Maps.
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comment@whoar:..where i try to get a (new) green mp to answer a straight/direct-question…(to date..i have failed..)..+ the recipie for my budget-vegan-gourmet-burger…
(ed:..i have linked you to a thread at frogblog… ..the green party blog… ..where i attempt to get julie ann genter to answer a question… ..(she suddenly broke off the/any conversation…) ..i will of course continue to ask… ..and at … Continue reading
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“…Folding car to hit streets next year…”
“…A tiny revolutionary fold-up car designed in Spain’s Basque country as the answer to urban stress and pollution was unveiled yesterday, before hitting European cities in 2013. The “Hiriko”, the Basque word for “urban”, is an electric two-seater with no … Continue reading
“…The Age of Stupid…”
“…The Age of Stupid is a 90-minute film about climate change – set in the future. Oscar-nominated Pete Postlethwaite (In The Name of the Father, Brassed Off) – stars as a man living alone in the devastated world of 2055 … Continue reading
“…Fracking’s “Little Revolution”: How a People-Powered Movement Fights Big Business for Clean Water…”
“…Consider this, then, an environmental Occupy Wall Street. It knows no divisions of social class or political affiliation. Everyone, after all, needs clean water…” go to source/story>>> Fracking’s “Little Revolution”: How a People-Powered Movement Fights Big Business for Clean Water … Continue reading
“…Bjorn Lomborg’s climate sceptic thinktank to close…”
“…Copenhagen Consensus Centre, directed by the high profile opponent of tackling global warming – - is to close in July after the Danish government cut its funding…” go to source/story>>> Bjorn Lomborg’s climate sceptic thinktank to close | Environment | … Continue reading
“…Diet Affects Mood – Study Finds…”
“…I’m sure this will come as no great shock, but I don’t think I’ve ever finished an exercise session feeling anything but pumped and exhilarated. Buggered, yes, and sore, often, but always all fired up and ready to take on … Continue reading
“…Robert Redford: President Obama Stands Up to Big Oil…”
“…Let’s face it: Big Oil is used to getting its way. But not today… and we have President Obama to thank for standing up to them in spite of the political risk. President Obama has just rejected a permit for … Continue reading
“…Ecology and the Pathology of Capitalism…”
“…Contrary to everything we have been taught, there is no actual United States of America. The U.S. is an occupied territory that could more accurately be described as the Corporate States of America. If the geopolitical states are united, the … Continue reading
weren’t those power company ‘reforms’ a raging success..eh..?
“..New Zealand power consumers have dealt with some of the sharpest price rises in the world over the past 20 years. Kiwi electricity tariffs are now average on a global scale but in 1990 they were the eighth-lowest. Over the … Continue reading
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