We have discussed in our astronomy blog spacescan.org earlier that volcanic eruptions have led to mass extinction of several species in the prehistoric period. But, it proves friendly towards combating or rather controlling global warming, which in turn..
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Among all fears of the global warming aftermaths, the melting Arctic ice sheets and its consequences provide the maximum burns. But, do you know the Greenland is providing us with a compensating phenomenon? The island’s ice sheet is actually growing at..
Greenland's Ice Sheet is Growing Read More »
The Mountains of Colorado could be in for a wetter-than-average winter this season.” Klaus Wolter, a CU-Boulder and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration scientist predicts this. He further predicts that the mountains of Utah also will be…
Above Average Moisture Predicted for Mountains of Colorado Read More »
Damaged cities and battered communities need immediate recovery. Hurricane Katrina and Rita have lashed cities, leaving the victims only to be recovered from the traumas and disrupted lives. Some benevolent organizations have joined hands to help them…
Groups Urge Congress Not to Cut Corners of Recovery Funds Read More »
When economic growth and environmental concerns clash, which one is to be chosen? True, such decisions are taken according to the individual country’s socio-economic and environmental contours. But at times, such situations toughens decision-making. So,..
No Forgoing Environment for Economic Growth– European Watchdog Read More »
Sustainable development is required to improve the quality of life of the present and future generations. And for this, managing the natural resources and protecting the environment is necessary. President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo feels exactly this, and..
PGMA Stresses Managing Natural Resources, Protecting Environment Read More »
Can you imagine your diet giving you a bit of pesticide everyday! Thinking of the consequences of the silent killer, it scares me. Since last year, thinking of the amount of chemicals that might be going into a kid, sales of organic baby food in the US…
Organic Food to Avoid Pesticide Read More »
A new policy, while on one hand plans to restrict off-road vehicles, on the other, the same plans may lead to legitimize hundreds of illegal trails carved out by off-road enthusiasts. It should create a balance to prevent its misusing. Environmentalists..
New Policy May Legitimize Illegal Trails: Environmentalists Read More »
There are a lot to feel between the lines of every day’s flashing headlines on the New Orleans’ “toxic soup”. Every city throughout the United States is suffering its balefulness. The air, water and every breath of the habitants is poisoned by …
US Government, Its Agencies Disappointed Katrina Victims: A Guest Commentary Read More »
It was last year the voters seemed so overwhelmed with the a ballot measure that loosened some of the strictest zoning restrictions in America. They enthusiastically approved the ballot measures. But, shattering all dreams of the voters built on the…
New Land-Use Law Ruled Out. Ambiguity Across Oregon Read More »