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An independent advertising watchdog group in the UK is unhappy with a government-sponsored ad campaign focused on the dangers of climate change. The Advertising Standards Authority claims to have fielded over 1000 complaints about the ads, and they worry that the ads will be distressing to children.
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Smart Water at Home, More Water Abroad
Monday was World Water Day - a day recognized by the United Nations to draw attention to the growing water crisis.
When you work on water for a living, every day sort of feels like “water day.” And it is easy to forget that while we in the U.S. have serious water problems of our own, some of which have been vividly illustrated in a terrific series in the New York Times this year and last, many of these problems pale in comparison to those in other parts of the world.
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Atmospheric CO2 Levels Continue To Rise
There is more carbon dioxide in the atmosphere now than there was at this time last year.
Scientists in northern Norway have been taking measurements for the past two weeks, and they've found that carbon dioxide now makes up 393.71 parts per million of the atmosphere. It made up 393.17 parts per million last year. -
Small Actions Add Up to Big Cuts in Global Warming Pollution
I spend a lot of my working hours fighting to pass clean energy and climate legislation that will reduce America’s global warming pollution. But I also take steps in my personal life to cut down my own carbon emissions.
I stopped eating red meat and stick with vegetarian options most of the week, I installed compact florescent light bulbs, I signed up for renewable power through my utility Con Edison, and I take public transit to work.
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A Step Toward A Standardized Electric Vehicle Infrastructure
Five Japanese companies agreed on Monday to work together to standardize fast-charge stations for electric cars. Toyota, Nissan, Mitsubishi, and Subaru's parent company Fuji Heavy Industries Limited have partnered with Japan's largest electric utility, Tokyo Electric Power Company. The group's goal is first to create a standard for Japan and then push for an international standard. -
On Business And Admiration
Jeffrey Hollender, one of the founders of Seventh Generation, wrote an article on Friday about which businesses are (and aren't) worthy of admiration.
He wrote in response to Fortune Magazine's release of its World's Most Admired Companies list. Fortune's list ranks Apple the world's number one most admired company, and its top ten also includes Toyota, Goldman Sachs, and Wal-Mart. -
NASA Focusing On This Planet (And Its Water)
On March 16th, 17th, and 18th, at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, NASA will host an event called Launch: Water. It will be the first in a series of NASA-sponsored forums that will focus on sustainable solutions to big problems. -
Bicycling Just Got A Little Easier
Google Maps has added a new feature.
In addition to driving directions, walking directions, and public transportation directions, everyone's favorite online mapping tool now offers bicycling directions.
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Getting A Deal Done
The New York Times published an article on Tuesday about the 30 US Senators that are "on the fence" about climate legislation.
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Nothing To Hide?
On Sunday night, in Hollywood, The Cove won the Oscar for Best Feature Documentary.
On Monday, in Taiji, Japan, local government officials grumbled with disapproval.