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conservation

EPA Denies Permits for Mountaintop Removal

by Kevin McCann 09.29.2009

Why it matters:
EPA opening its eyes to the ravages of Mountaintop Removal Mining is one of the most important developments in recent history.
Recap:
EcoMatters has been keeping a close eye on all things Mountaintop Removal (MTR), the paleolithic practice of blowing [...]

The Upside of the Downturn

by Kevin McCann 09.02.2009

Why it matters:
Because voracious consumerism seems to have a negative effect on the environment. Who would have guessed it?
Recap:
According to a recent Reuters report, the economic crisis…has an upside! The European Environment Agency announced Monday that greenhouse gas emissions for [...]

Colorado River Reservoirs Going Dry

by Kevin McCann 07.27.2009

Why it matters:
Because if you live in the Southwest you are running out of water.
Recap:
According to a recent study conducted by Colorado University – Boulder and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, if current practices continue there’s a 50/50 chance the Colorado [...]

Making Green Go From Hype to Habit

by Argam DerHartunian 07.24.2009

Why it matters:
To catalyze the green movement and make green go from hype to habit organizations must employ principles of radical collaboration.
Recap:
See what the Green Leaders had to say when posed with the question “How Do We Make Green Go [...]

Los Angeles and NASA: Radical Collaboration for Green Innovation

by Kevin McCann 07.22.2009

Why it matters:
Because these guys put a man on the moon back when computers were the size of a house. And because the benefits of a collaboration like this are bound to reach far beyond Los Angeles.
Recap:
According to a recent [...]

Alternative Energy Solutions Start with Alternative Practices at Home

by Kevin McCann 06.11.2009

Why it matters:
Because waiting around for scientists to create an energy panacea is not an option.
Recap:
According to a UN Energy Program report, 2008 was a great year for alternative energy companies. Despite the worldwide economic downturn (can we call it [...]

City of LA Announces New Water Restrictions & Rate Plan

by Kevin McCann 06.02.2009

Why it matters:
Because contrary to local perception, Los Angeles is a desert, not a water park.
Recap:
According to an announcement by the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power the new rates and restrictions will begin today, June 2. Citing a third [...]

Severe Drought in Mali is Threatening the Elephants

by Jennifer Morone 05.27.2009

Why it matters:
The worst drought in 26 years is threatening the last of the Desert Elephants, the northernmost herd in Africa.
Recap:
Water sources are already stressed and droughts have always been a natural occurrence, however, apparently the severity has increased significantly. [...]

Easy Ways to Save on Your Energy Bill

by Wyatt Shev 05.08.2009

Why it matters:
Everybody knows how important it is to conserve energy in this green-conscious age. Like charity, energy conservation should begin at home.
Recap:
You don’t have to drive a Prius to do your part for the energy conservation movement. For the [...]