If global warming is accelerating, how can Syracuse’s snowfall be breaking records? Read more
December, 2010
NWF Calls DOJ Oil Disaster Lawsuit “A Key Part Of the Solution”
Today the U.S. Department of Justice sued BP and eight other companies over the Gulf oil disaster: The Obama administration’s lawsuit asks that the companies be held liable without limitation … Read more
December Brings The Usual Snow Job From Climate Deniers
“Oh, the weather outside is frightful / But the fire is so delightful / And since we’ve no place to go / let’s all willfully misinterpret climate science and yell … Read more
Fox News Directive: “Refrain from Asserting” Accurate Science
The watchdog organization Media Matters has uncovered disturbing new internal emails from the Washington bureau of Fox News. The emails suggest Fox News’ slanted coverage of climate science isn’t the … Read more
Does the Frog-Mouthed Turtle Exist?
Is the frog-mouthed turtle an interesting species you haven’t heard of? Or a fictional animal that only exists in Jellystone Park? This part amphibian, part reptile creature is featured in … Read more
Blue Pages, Green Flowers: Symbolism Behind the Eco-Schools Logo
Eco-Schools USA held its first-ever teacher training workshop last week. One question from a participant stood out to me: “What is the symbolism behind the Eco-Schools logo?” It was a great question, and one we were not prepared for. After some digging, we found our answers. Read more
“Green” at the Virginia Community College Hire Education Conference
The Virginia Community College System’s Hire Education Conference, Dec 8-10, provided the college community the opportunity to share best practices in workforce development in many industries, including renewable energy, energy … Read more
Eco-Schools USA: Free Tools for Climate and Energy Literacy
Last week, the importance of climate change education was formally recognized at the close of the Cancun climate talks. Parties at Friday’s final plenary session ratified Article 6 of the U.N. Framework … Read more
Are Red Crabs the Latest Victims of the Gulf Oil Disaster?
Life under 3,000 feet of sea water is tough enough. More than 1,300 pounds per square inch of pressure squeeze you. Water temperatures of 41°-45° F keep you freshly chilled. … Read more
Giant Ships Invade Mississippi Gulf Coast Island
There’s an industrial-strength landing site at the west end of Horn. Large crew boats, tugs and barges are anchored in the shallows next to channels between the islands that provide deep water access. Read more