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E-mail Edition 03/04/2004

Coho salmon make state endangered list and other stories
Northern California coho salmon have gained an extra layer of legal protection as a state endangered species. California coho runs were already declared an endangered species by the federal government in 1996. The new designation applies to coho who spawn from San Francisco north to Punta Gorda in Humboldt County. Runs north of that are considered threatened.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-03-04/s_13160.asp

California county bans planting of biotech crops
Opponents of genetically modified foods celebrated a historic victory Wednesday after voters approved a measure to make Mendocino County, California, the first in the United States to ban genetically modified crops and animals.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-03-04/s_13690.asp

Namibia to start expropriating white farms
The Namibian government says it plans to start expropriating land from white farmers but would not follow neighboring Zimbabwe's policy of seizing land by force.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-03-04/s_13695.asp

IBM settles New York birth defect lawsuit
International Business Machines Corp. has settled a lawsuit brought by a former worker who had blamed her daughter's birth defects on exposure to chemicals at an IBM plant in New York. The settlement comes less than a week after IBM prevailed in a similar employee chemical exposure suit in California.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-03-04/s_13689.asp

FDA OKs mouthwash chemical for poultry
The same chemical used in most mouthwashes for more than half a century has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration for use on poultry as a way to reduce food-borne illness.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-03-04/s_13693.asp

Northern California District Attorney targeted by lumber company survives recall election
A prosecutor in California redwood country easily survived a recall election Tuesday that was largely funded by a lumber company he sued.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-03-04/s_13692.asp

Philippines to open new offshore oilfields
The Philippines, a net importer of energy, said on Wednesday 16 foreign firms had submitted bids to develop oil and gas sites in the country's first auction of blocks around its biggest offshore field.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-03-04/s_13697.asp

Ants, like cars, avoid congestion
Ants, just like motorists, hate congestion and use alternative routes to avoid it, scientists said Wednesday. The industrious insects push and shove each other out of the way when it gets too crowded, forcing some to find another route from a food source back to the nest.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-03-04/s_13691.asp

Ecotourism takes a toll on wildlife
Ecotourism is taking its toll on wildlife and may be endangering the survival of the very animals people are flocking to see, according to researchers.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-03-04/s_13696.asp

Latest Neil Young tour highlights environmentalist character
Saving the family farm, helping the Earth and reducing America's dependence on foreign oil — they all go together for Neil Young on his "Greendale" tour.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-03-04/s_13694.asp



Environmental Marketplace Updates (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.

Straus Communications:
Just like Peanut Butter and Chocolate - nSpired Natural Foods finds the perfect blend with Straus Communications

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

Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society:
Algonquin wolves to be protected at last

Ontario Centre for Environmental Technology Advancement :
Canadian Brownfields Network (CBN) Officially Launched March 1, 2004

Straus Communications:
Peanut Butter, Not Pacemakers! - Maranatha introduces nation's first "Heart Healthy" nut butters

Straus Communications:
Mounds of Joy-Natural Candy Bars Are Nothing to Snicker About -- Cloud Nine introduces alternatives to old grocery standards