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Germany leans on EU states to weaken car emissions law

 www.guardian.co.uk » 16 hrs ago  » Shared 6 times

Germany has stepped up the pressure on governments to water down limits on vehicle emissions

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The clearest lake in the world – in pictures

 www.guardian.co.uk » 17 hrs ago  » Shared 6 times

The visibility of distilled water is about 80 metres. Blue Lake, in New Zealand's South Island, clocks in at 76 metres. Here are the first-ever photos of this newly discovered natural wonder

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The energy bill debate is distorted by climate contrarians

 www.guardian.co.uk » 19 hrs ago  » Shared 4 times

Bryony Worthington: Ministers give license to those threatening to derail Europe's efforts to tackle the world's most difficult environmental problem

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Pesticides significantly reduce biodiversity in aquatic environments

 www.sciencedaily.com » 23 hrs ago  » Shared 4 times

The pesticides, many of which are currently used in Europe and Australia, are responsible for reducing the regional diversity of invertebrates in streams and rivers by up to 42 percent, researchers report.

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World's poorest will feel brunt of climate change, warns World Bank

 www.guardian.co.uk » an hour ago  » Shared 3 times

Droughts, floods, sea-level rises and fiercer storms likely to undermine progress in developing world and hit food supply

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China launches new measures to tackle air pollution

 www.guardian.co.uk » 19 hrs ago  » Shared 3 times

Jennifer Duggan Targets including 30% reduction in emissions from heavily polluting industries are to be introduced

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The biomass industry should come clean about its environmental impact

 www.guardian.co.uk » 04 hrs ago  » Shared 3 times

Harry Huyton: Burning wood from whole trees – the main source of UK biomass – results in higher greenhouse gas emissions than coal

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Legarda calls for ‘environmental audit’ | Inquirer News

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Senator Loren Legarda said she will call for an environmental audit by three oversight committees when the next Congress convenes in July as she agreed with observations that the Philippines has now turned into a water world.

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Could the world's biggest marine sanctuary be declared in the Antarctic?

 www.guardian.co.uk » 19 hrs ago  » Shared 3 times

Graham Readfearn: Proposals will go before a commission next month to help protect thousands of species in Antarctic waters

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SA resident receives international environment honour - ABC Adelaide - Australian Broadcasting Corporation

 www.abc.net.au » 09 hrs ago  » Shared 3 times

Yacka resident Dr Michael Parsons has been awarded the State Campaign Medal of Vietnam for his work carried out whilst participating in an international volunteers program.

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Worldwide Honey Bee Collapse: A Lesson in Ecology – EcoWatch: Cutting Edge Environmental News Service

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We focus on the issues of water, air, food, energy and biodiversity, promoting the work of more than 1,000 grassroots environmental organizations and activists worldwide, and showcasing the insights of world-renowned environmental leaders.

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Country diary: Wenlock Edge: Could the psychedelic blueness of these bugle flowers help to heal the land?

 www.guardian.co.uk » 09 hrs ago  » Shared 3 times

Country diary: Wenlock Edge: This shock of blue, exploded from a scattering of plants here over a century or more, has reached a zenith

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3,000+ New Yorkers Converge on Albany for Anti-Fracking, Pro-Renewables Rally – EcoWatch: Cutting Edge Environmental News Service

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We focus on the issues of water, air, food, energy and biodiversity, promoting the work of more than 1,000 grassroots environmental organizations and activists worldwide, and showcasing the insights of world-renowned environmental leaders.

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EPA Emissions Lawsuit Delayed As Environmentalists Hope To Hear Obama's Climate Plan

 www.huffingtonpost.com » 19 hrs ago  » Shared 2 times

By Valerie Volcovici WASHINGTON, June 17 (Reuters) - Environmental groups and a dozen states and cities said Monday they will delay planned legal action against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, saying they will wait to see if the White House soon unveils a ...

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How Development Can Impact Public Health, Environment, Report - Kansas City infoZine

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Population Growth and Demographic Changes Will Substantially Alter the Way Our Nation Is Developed Over the Next Half Century and Beyond.

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New Website Challenges Industry Spin on Fracking – EcoWatch: Cutting Edge Environmental News Service

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Green groups warn government of national parks hunting backlash

 www.guardian.co.uk » 20 hrs ago  » Shared 2 times

Labor appears to have backed away from laws granting greater federal powers to protect Australia's national parks

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How I Created A Positive Classroom Environment | Edudemic

 www.edudemic.com » 20 hrs ago  » Shared 2 times

Having a positive classroom environment is key to quality learning. This is my story of how I became a chalkboard champion with some unexpected results.

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