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ENN Environmental News Network
E-mail Edition 06/08/2004

Designer ecosystems are now in vogue
We have designer clothes and designer perfumes. Now we need designer ecosystems — at least according to a group of scientists writing a report in the journal Science.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-06-08/s_24520.asp

Alternative energy on Beyond Organic
On this week's radio program Beyond Organic, join host Jerry Kay — publisher of the Environmental News Network (ENN.com) — as we explore wind power and the opportunities therein with guests Peter Asmus, Chuck Koch, and Dan Juhl.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-06-08/s_24626.asp

Supreme Court rules U.S. can skip environmental study, let Mexican trucks roll
The Supreme Court removed the last legal roadblock to Mexican trucks rolling across U.S. roadways, siding with the Bush administration Monday in a long-running dispute among labor union officials, environmentalists, and consumer advocates.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-06-08/s_24628.asp

U.N. urges fish havens as world marks Environment Day
The United Nations urged the creation of ocean parks to protect depleted fish stocks recently, as activists marked World Environment Day by freeing turtles, planting trees, and decrying global warming.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-06-08/s_24637.asp

Anger against wolf-reintroduction suspected in western U.S. dog poisonings
It had been a tranquil visit below the snowcapped peaks of Grand Teton National Park. Then Jim and Nancy Barrus' black lab began drooling, retching, and quivering uncontrollably.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-06-08/s_24629.asp

Taiwanese company accused of illegally shipping toxic waste to Malaysia
A Taiwanese company used a forged permit to ship 12,000 metric tons (13,200 short tons) of toxic industrial waste to Malaysia during the past year, the government said Monday.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-06-08/s_24632.asp

Galapagos fishers call off sea cucumber protest
Fishers in Ecuador's pristine Galapagos Islands Monday called off a protest demanding more leeway in lucrative sea cucumber fishing after the government agreed to hold talks on new rules limiting their catch.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-06-08/s_24636.asp

Newspaper reports that pollution may delay sale of former El Toro Marine base
As much as one-quarter of the former El Toro Marine base is so polluted it cannot be immediately sold for development, a newspaper reported Sunday.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-06-08/s_24633.asp

Can solar power work? Pioneering community answers yes and no
This old mill city built prosperity from the force of its waterways. So there was a legacy of renewable energy when the local electrical utility sought to thrust Gardner into the age of inexhaustible sun power, ahead of everyone.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-06-08/s_24634.asp

Washington is worried about faltering energy tie with Moscow
The United States is worried that the much-touted energy cooperation between Moscow and Washington might be faltering, a senior U.S. energy official said Monday.
http://www.enn.com/news/2004-06-08/s_24631.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:

Adventure Life Journeys - an unusual travel company. Adventure Life takes a holistic approach to travel and is dedicated to expanding ecological and cultural awareness. Visit them on the web at http://www.adventure-life.com/index.html.

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. Visit them on the web at http://www.altenergystore.com.

Environmental Construction Outfitters of New York - For over 15 years ECO of NY has been monitoring the issues related to safer, healthier, and environmentally responsible building products and systems. Visit them on the web at http://www.environmentaldepot.com.

Garden Kids - a children's clothing manufacturer dedicated to providing superior quality clothing using environmentally friendly products and socially responsible business practices. Visit them on the web at http://www.gardenkids.com.







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

Ocean Futures Society:
First Floating AOTE Program To Be Launched By Ocean Futures Society & Radisson Seven Seas Cruises In Polynesia

National Arbor Day Foundation:
Builders and Developers Recognized in Building With Trees Award Program