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ENN Environmental News Network
E-mail Edition 03/02/04

EarthTalk: How do I recycle or safely dispose of used batteries?
Unfortunately, most of the more than 750 million alkaline batteries sold each year to power our cameras, flashlights and Discmans are landfilled and incinerated, not recycled. The chemicals in these batteries ? particularly cadmium ? present a major health hazard if they leak from their corroded metal jackets. Cadmium is a probable human carcinogen, and it can also affect kidney and lung function.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-03-02/s_13604.asp

Sixty animals dead in Brazil zoo murder mystery
Nearly 60 animals have been killed at the Sao Paulo Zoo since last month and police expect to track down the suspected killers soon, a Brazilian official said.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-03-02/s_13594.asp

Ocean power techologies to harness Spanish waves
The stormy, ship-wrecking seas of the Bay of Biscay are poised to take on a more constructive role as the site of the world's first wave-driven power station on a commercial scale.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-03-02/s_13602.asp

Huge Missouri River management plan unveiled
In what may become one of the largest federally funded habitat construction programs in the country's history, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on Friday unveiled a 30-year, $1.3 billion plan to restore the Missouri River.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-03-02/s_13601.asp

Curacao government slaps environmental restrictions on refinery
The government said it would impose strict environmental regulations for Curacao's oil refinery, citing violations that have contributed to polluting the bay and corroding rooftops in the capital.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-03-02/s_13595.asp

Galapagos fishers end protest in contested pact
Fishers ended a week-long strike in Ecuador's Galapagos islands on Friday after the government agreed to review norms in a pact that upset conservationists trying to protect the archipelago's unique wildlife.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-03-02/s_13596.asp

Hawaii whale count runs into bad weather
Unusual weather may have affected February's installment of the eighth annual Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Ocean Count, officials said.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-03-02/s_13603.asp

Koalas ruining Australian island
Cute, cuddly and fast breeding, thousands of koalas are eating themselves out of a home on an Australian island. But authorities are refusing to heed conservationists' pleas to reduce the population, fearing a backlash from tourists and animal rights activists.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-03-02/s_13593.asp

More alternative fuel vehicles seen in U.S. in 2004
The number of vehicles in the United States that run on alternative fuels is expected to increase 7.3 percent this year from 2003. A total of 547,904 vehicles that run on natural gas, corn-based ethanol, electricity or liquefied petroleum gases will be on the road this year, up from 510,805 last year, the U.S. Energy Information Administration said.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-03-02/s_13592.asp



Environmental Marketplace Update (Become a Member)

We'd like to encourage you to visit our Environmental Marketplace where you'll learn about some amazing environmentally-focused businesses. A few examples:

Alternative Energy Store, retailer for solar panels, windmills/wind turbines, inverters, solar water pumps, solar home heating systems and other solar and wind electric power systems for your home or business. If you'd like to learn about powering your home with solar and wind energy, their recent article offers a wealth of information. Read their story

Bullfrog Films, the oldest and largest publisher of videos and films about the environment in the United States. Bullfrog Films is pleased to present "Deconstructing Supper", a film that explores the phenomenon of industrial agriculture and genetically-modified organisms. Learn more

Chelsea Green Publishing, founded in 1984, has become known as the preeminent publisher of Books for Sustainable Living. One such book is "Seeds of Deception," which presents overwhelming evidence documenting serious potential health problems associated with the hi-tech foods that Americans eat every day. "Seeds of Deception"

Garden Kids, a leading manufacturer of fair wage organic cotton clothing for kids, celebrating ten years in business this spring! Their line of clothing can be viewed and purchased online. Learn more about Garden Kids

Grounds for Change, a specialty coffee business, roasting 100% organic, shade-grown, fair trade coffee beans fresh to order. All of their products are purchased under fair trade standards. Why is buying certified organic coffee so important?

Today's Press Releases (Become an Affiliate)
Direct from non-profit environmental and educational organizations.

World Resources Institute:
The Rainforest in Your Cup

California Safe Schools:
California Safe Schools & 2nd Largest School District Promote SAFETY!

The Green Guide Institute:
Message in a Bottle: Drink Tap

Project NatureConnect, Institute of Global Education:
First Land Trust Gift in Hancock County, MS is made by an Organic Psychology Student

Earth Policy Institute:
The Sixth Great Extinction: A Status Report