Articles related to "Fossil Fuel"



Acid Rain
Academic article describing acid rain and it's formation.
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Alternative Energy
Description of manure as a form of energy provider.
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Big Rigs: Food and Transportation
The trucking industry and food delivery
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Energy Crisis and Spawning Salmon
Fossil fuels and politicians make strange bedfellows. It's time we reduced our dependence on both.
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Energy Resources
Where does our energy come from? This article, first in a series, introduces the different energy resources: nonrenewable, potentially renewable, and perpetual.
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Fossil Fuel Woes
Fossil fuels are non-renewable energy resources; what can be done about this?
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Hot Air - How Real is the Global Warming Crisis?
Global warming is a hot issue right now. But is it a real crisis, or just a lot of hot air designed to bolster the power and finances of environmental watchdog groups?
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Peak Oil Primer
The systems that produce the world's food supply are heavily dependent on fossil fuels.
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Renewable Energy Resources
What are biofuels? What are the advantages and disadvantages of using biofuels as a renewable resource? This article continues December's discussion of energy resources.
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Skyscraper Farming Solution
Vertical farms can be created in the middle of a city, creating access to fresh produce, improving the air quality and reducing fossil fuel use.
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Endless Summer: Perpetual Energy Resources
What we need is an energy source that won't run out, isn't toxic, and is readily available worldwide. Oh, wait - we already have one.,What we need is an energy source that won't run out, isn't toxic, and is readily available worldwide. Oh, wait - we already have one.
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Alternative Energy
As carbon-based energy supplies are dwindling, other sources of energy are being explored
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To Infinity and Beyond - Hydrogen Fuel
In the end, our most environmentally-friendly energy source might just be - rocket fuel.
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What's With the Price of Gasoline?
Gasoline prices may be rising, but it's still the same old energy picture out there.
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Alternative Sources of Energy
There are a number of alternative sources of energy and environmentally friendly fuels available to combat the damage to the environment caused by Fossil Fuels.
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Something's in the Air
Something's in the air, alright, but it's not love. What is that brown gunk, anyway?

A Green Policy on Plastic Bag Use
Plastic shopping bags have a large environmental impact. Countries and individuals will have to adopt a more green policy in order to limit plastic bag use.
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Alternative Energy and Brazil
What will we do if oil wells dry up? What will we do if there is no more coal? These are the questions which concern many nations today. With the world increasingly relyi
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American Biomass
Why do we continue to rely on non-renewable and foreign oil? Is it complacency? Ignorance? Politics? Read about the alternatives here.
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Biofuels for Green Energy
Biofuels are becoming important as alternative fuels in the fight against greenhouse gas emissions. They also help to cut down on the use of fossil fuels.
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California in Crisis
California is catching a lot of heat for it's current energy crisis, and in a way that's a shame. The Golden State currently has some of the most progressive alternative energy programs in the U.S.
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Greenpeace report on Spain
A new report issued this week highlights the environmental resources available to this country of sun and sea.
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Greenpeace Wins Right to Protect Whales
Greenpeace received notice this week that it has won the right to challenge the Government in court for failing to protect whales, dolphins and other marine species from the impacts of oil exploration on the Atlantic Frontier.
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How Haze Particles Affect Climate
Haze particles enter clouds, changing the number of cloud droplets. Scientists observe the interaction between pollution and clouds, explaining how climate is influenced.
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Lowering Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Nuclear Power has been ignored in the past in favor of alternative energy sources. Here are the pros and cons of the nuclear option in the fight against global warming.
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Problems with Biofuels
Are biofuels an eco friendly alternative fuel? There are questions as to their use as an alternative energy, their impact on biodiversity and the environment.
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The Eco-Friendly Vacation
Tips for planning a summer vacation that minimizes your use of natural resources and your emissions of greenhouse gases.
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The Scoop On This Poop!
The use of manure for energy, in both the power hungry society of North America and the energy starved country of China.
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U.S. Rep Suggests Carbon Tax
U.S. Congressman John D. Dingell is seeking public comment on his proposal to tax carbon-based fuels to discourage consumption and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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Steps in the Marine Carbon Cycle
The marine carbon cycle helps explain how animals, plants, land and water are all interconnected.
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Ozone Action Days Good for Health
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Save Energy to Stop Global Warming
Many people think that they are powerless to stop Global Warming. They are wrong. Here are ten steps that can make any home an environmentally friendly enclave.
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Carbon Dioxide and Global Warming
Carbon Dioxide levels, largely man made, are increasing the world average temperture. This increase will have a devestating effect on sea levels.
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Do Biofuels Cause Food Shortage?
The world food shortage is being blamed on increased biofuel production. Do biofuels cause world food shortage or are there other reasons for this food scarcity?
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Introduction to Renewable Energy Issues
In Kyoto last year, countries around the world agreed to limit greenhouse gas emissions. Finding alternative energy sources to power the world requires breakthroughs in technology and the way we think.
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Atmospheric Chemistry
From Greenhouse Gases to Acid Rain, the chemistry of the atmosphere is a hot topic. This article summarises the constituents of the air we breath.
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Climate Change: Millions Homeless
Effects of global warming and climate change causing millions to migrate, leaving victims of ecological disasters with no real rights or legal protection.
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Global Warming - A Greenhouse Effect Activity
What is global warming and how does it affect our environment? Learn hands-on with this interesting experiment that can be done at home or in the classroom.
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Global Warming and Our Government
To stop Global Warming, pressure must put on the policymakers who have the power to make the large scale changes necessary to protect our environment from further damage.
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Top Selling Hybrid Vehicle Models
Environmental concerns and fuel economy are making Hybrid vehicles more popular. See some of America's new hybrid cars, including hybrid SUVs.
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Zipcars for College Students
At many schools in the United States and Canada, students can rent Zipcars by the hour or by the day - thus reducing the need for privately-owned vehicles on campus.
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Global Warming
The Earth is warming up--surface temperatures are rising, the level of the oceans are rising, the ice caps are melting, and the carbon dioxide levels are rising.
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Planting for Primates
Plants that are safe for primates and suggestions on where to obtail further information for landscaping using edible plants.
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Range Rover vs. Lexus
Last week, I had the pleasure of driving and comparing the ultra luxe Range Rover HSE and the way cool Lexus RX 400h, the only luxury SUV hybrid on the market today.
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WEATHER, PREDICTIONS, & XERISCAPING(tm)
A few years ago weather predictions were accurate within two weeks. This year my Almanac has been very accurate - and its predicting a very dry century for North America. Will it be a dry milennium?
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30 Days: DVD Review
Documentary filmmaker Morgan Spurlock adapts his Super Size Me experiment to the small screen in the fascinating documentary series 30 Days.
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Beyond Organics
“Beyond Organics :even the most chemical free chicken doesn’t do the environment any good if is trucked 2000 km from farm to market”
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Food and Transportation: Part One
Ideally, I'd like to see more of a balance between train and truck.
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Global Warming Taking Toll
The U.N.'s latest report carries the toughest warning about the impacts of global warming, which is affected marine life and tourist hot spots such as Goa.
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Going Organic, Part One
If our food is to be truly secure and safe, you need to grow it yourself, organically, or purchase it directly from a local organic grower.
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