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Concern for the Arctic Environment
Correctly planning for the many important development issues faced in the north will positively effect both the environment and its inhabitants.
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Polar Bears and ANWR get Help
USFWS proposes polar bears for Threatened status under the ESA while Udall Eisenhower Arctic Wilderness Act seeks to further protect critical denning habitat.
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ANWR Oil Drilling Threat Delayed
Beaufort Sea and Arctic National Wildlife Refuge protected, at least temporarily. Ongoing struggle over North Slope oil moving in favor of conservation.
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Whale and Dolphin Mass Strandings
Military activity, oil exploration and algal blooms being examined, as multiple cetacean mass stranding incidents in the UK, Madagascar, Senegal and Japan trigger concern
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CAMPAIGN: INDIGINOUS RIGHTS - OGIEK & GWITCH
One of the GREEN HOME CAMPAIGN CLUB articles. In this one Linda looks at the human rights struggles of the Ogiek of Kenya and the Gwitch'in of Alaska and shows how we can support these people.
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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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History of ANWR
The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) has been controversial since its inception, yet few know much about the refuge beyond its potential for oil production.
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Open Letter to the President of the United States
An open letter to President Bush on the Middle East and energy policy.
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Teshekpuk Lake Threatened
The Sensitive Wilderness Around Teshekpuk Lake, Alaska, is About to be Opened to Alaska oil Exploration and Development. Birds, Wildlife, and Native People Will Suffer.
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U.S. Defends Polar Bears – Almost
U.S. Department of the Interior admits that global warming has forced it to label polar bears as "threatened," but wants nothing done about it.
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Ecuador: Blocking Pipeline Construction
Environmentalists are fighting to stop the construction in Mindo of a pipeline that will destroy the Mindo Nambillo Cloud Forest.
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The Hurtigruten: Tromso, Paris of the North
On the 5th Day from Bergen, The Norwegian Coastal Steamer reaches Tromso, famous for its Arctic Ocean Cathedral and Polaria Arctic Experience Centre.
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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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Atmospheric Pollution Enters Water
Persistent pollutants enter waterways via air, affecting wildlife habitats. Ecosystem protection needs air and water agencies to control organics, mercury and nitrogen.
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Birds and Windmills
Windmills, especially older ones, in the wrong places can cause many bird deaths. Newer technology and thoughtful location of wind farms can minimize the death toll.
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Iraq's Trade Buddies
Much of Iraq's potential as a world oil export leader is unrealized. As George Bush's war rages on, America's trade deficit with Iraq continues to rise.
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The Amazon Rainforest
The Amazon rainforest is one of the most biologically diverse places on earth and a critical part of our planet.
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Gabon, West-Africa
Because of its oil interests, Gabon's cities are expensive for tourists, but the pristine national parks and the rainforests are unique in this green lung of Africa.
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OIAF 2008: Brainwashed! Propaganda Animation
Karl F. Cohen showcases Brainwashed! Cartoons that Tell Us What to Think at the 2008 Ottawa International Animation Festival
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Papua New Guinea Oils
Papua New Guinea lacks the capital necessary to provide badly needed infrastructure such as roads.
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The Arctic Refuge Under Attack
The Arctic Refuge is being sought after by big oil companies and The Wilderness Society wants this majestic place to become a National Monument and not a drilling field.
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Arctic National Wildlife Refuge - Part 2
The potential dangers associated with oil exploration and drilling are a threat to the delicately balanced ecosystem of the refuge. Should we allow the destruction of a pristine wilderness for the sake of a few million barrels of oil?
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Get Your Passport Translated!
Suite101.com in front again, this time with travel research on the best preserved secret in North Africa - Libya. Travel professionals Hot Forum for quality in travel. For travel agent and traveler.
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