December, 2010

Lake Ontario, Justin Bieber & You: A Guide to Global Warming & Lake Effect Snow

If global warming is accelerating, how can Syracuse’s snowfall be breaking records? Read more

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

NASA Global Temperatures Through 2009

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

Yogi Bear Frog-Mouthed Turtle

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