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Outrage at UN decision to exonerate Shell for oil pollution in Niger delta
Written on 22 Aug, 2010 at 12:36 in Green Living | viewed times | 0 Comments
• Oil giant blamed for 10% of 9m barrels leaked in 40 years • Report claims rest of leaking oil caused by saboteurs A three-year investigation by the United Nations will almost entirely exonerate Royal Dutch Shell for 40... (Continue reading)
Greenfinch populations hit by disease
Written on 19 Aug, 2010 at 6:52 in Green Living | viewed times | 0 Comments
Populations in parts of England dropped by one-third within a year of the emergence of trichomonosis, figures show Greenfinch populations in central England dropped by one-third within a year of the emergence of a new disease, a study said... (Continue reading)
Can I eat tofu and be green?
Written on 7 Aug, 2010 at 18:04 in Green Living | viewed times | 0 Comments
The soya bean has become a grocery pariah… If you get your protein kicks from plant-based matter, you might have experienced some surprising invective of late. Your detractors will delight in pointing out that soya, tofu and even hippy... (Continue reading)
We must restart the fight against global warming Observer editorial
Written on 31 Jul, 2010 at 18:06 in Green Living | viewed times | 0 Comments
Climate change was once top of the agenda. We can't afford to let it slip Scepticism is a healthy attitude to adopt to many, if not all, untested propositions. Sceptics throughout history, by applying their reasoned judgment and hard-headed... (Continue reading)
A dark ideology is driving those who deny climate change | Robin McKie
Written on 31 Jul, 2010 at 18:06 in Green Living | viewed times | 0 Comments
People who claim that climate science is a conspiracy or the work of charlatans are talking rubbish Life can be hard in Moscow. The Russian capital is sweltering in temperatures that reached a record 37.7C last week. Vast stretches... (Continue reading)
High-speed rail line threatens quiet life of historic Ladbroke’s villagers
Written on 31 Jul, 2010 at 18:06 in Green Living | viewed times | 0 Comments
Scenic Ladbroke is set to become a flashpoint over plans for HS2, the 200km high-speed link between London and the Midlands For centuries Ladbroke, a picturesque Midlands village recorded in the Domesday Book, has been the sort of place... (Continue reading)
Insects could be the key to meeting food needs of growing global population
Written on 31 Jul, 2010 at 18:06 in Green Living | viewed times | 0 Comments
The UN Food and Agriculture Organisation is taking seriously the farming of creepy-crawlies as nutritious food Saving the planet one plateful at a time does not mean cutting back on meat, according to new research: the trick may be... (Continue reading)
Audio: The Guardian’s ‘climategate’ debate in full
Written on 15 Jul, 2010 at 11:45 in Green Living | viewed times | 0 Comments
A live debate in London last night bought together a panel of experts to debate what the 'climategate' affair did – and did not – reveal about the study of global warming. The panel included: • Professor Trevor Davies,... (Continue reading)
Making UK homes energy efficient would cost less than £3,000 per house, survey…
Written on 13 Jul, 2010 at 11:37 in Green Living | viewed times | 0 Comments
While homes are becoming more energy-efficient, says new research by the Energy Saving Trust, private rented housing stock lags far behind The majority of the UK's least energy-efficient homes could be brought up to near-average green standards for less... (Continue reading)
Africa’s national parks failing to conserve large mammals, study shows
Written on 12 Jul, 2010 at 11:31 in Green Living | viewed times | 0 Comments
Populations of zebra, buffalo and lion have fallen by an average of 59% since 1970, according to new research Africa's extensive network of national parks is failing to stem the decline of large mammals, according to a new study... (Continue reading)
