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::: ENN Daily Newsletter - Monday, November 1, 2004 ::: High Tech Buildings Use Sunlight, Sea Water to Save Energy At Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, the lights are controlled by sensors that measure sunlight. They dim immediately when it's sunny and brighten when a passing cloud blocks the Sun. Southern California Dam Outlives Its Usefulness, But Removing It Presents a Costly Challenge OJAI, California — The Matilija Dam isn't much of a dam anymore; on rainy days, it looks more like a waterfall. A pile of sediment has built up so high behind the dam that when just an inch of rain falls, water spills over in glistening cascades. Kyoto Is Too Little to Fix Warming, Says U.N. Climate Chief OSLO, Norway — Although saved recently with Russian help, the Kyoto pact on global warming offers too little to arrest climate change and governments should adopt more radical solutions, the top U.N. climate expert said. Outrage at Seal Hunt Tourism Is Nonsense, Says Norway OSLO, Norway — Foreign outrage at a Norwegian plan to let tourists go on seal-shooting trips is mostly "emotional nonsense," a senior official said recently. EarthTalk: What Is the Roadless Rule? The U.S. Forest Service manages America's national forests for “multiple uses,” not just recreation and preservation. And over the past 50 years, one of those primary “uses” has been resource extraction, whereby taxpayer-subsidized leases have been granted to logging, mining, and energy companies so they can remove and sell timber, ore, oil, and gas. Canada and European Union Consider Global Conference on Overfishing OTTAWA — Canada and the European Union agreed recently to move beyond their long-running argument about fishing off the Atlantic Ocean Grand Banks to attack overfishing on a global basis. Uphill Battle to Improve China's Death-Trap Mines BEIJING — More than 200 Chinese coal miners lost their lives recently in at least five separate accidents, prompting President Hu Jintao to call for answers and the government to demand stronger enforcement of safety rules. Day from Hell May Have Killed Off Dinosaurs YAXCOPOIL, Mexico —One minute you're a big T-rex, the next you're toast. Challenging conventional theory, new scientific research suggests the dinosaurs may have been scorched into extinction by an asteroid collision 65 million years ago that unleashed 10 billion times more power than the Hiroshima nuclear bomb. He's Not Voting For Big Oil Mangrove Action Project MAP's Children's Mangrove Art Calendars for 2005 Now Available!!! Eco-tour to the Yucatan Peninsula Wildlife Expo Draws Leading Wildlife Conservationists Together to Speak Out For Community-Based Programs To Save Endangered Species ----------------------------------------------------------------------- ENN is a Registered Trademark of the Environmental News Network, Inc. Copyright © 2004 Environmental News Network, Inc. This Newsletter is sent in accordance with the CAN-SPAM Act of 2003 Environmental News Network - P.O. Box 6782 - San Rafael, CA 94903 Phone: (415) 479-5300 ::: ENN Daily Newsletter - Tuesday, November 2, 2004 ::: China Bans Imports of Scrap Electronics in Bid to Clean Up Environment BEIJING — China is banning imports of used television sets and other electronic scrap in a bid to clean up its environment, complaining that the United States, Japan, and others are using it as a dumping ground, a government newspaper said recently. World Unprepared for Avian Flu, Experts Warn WASHINGTON — The current U.S. flu vaccine shortage shows perfectly how poorly the world is prepared to handle the next global epidemic of influenza, health experts said Sunday. Mexico Dreams of Challenging China in Bamboo Market HUATUSCO, Mexico — It can be used to build homes and make deodorant, clothes, and paper. Some industries fuel ovens with it. The Aztecs made flutes out of it. California Town Known for Roses Fears Scent of Another Kind WASCO, California — The pride of this farming town tucked into the southern end of California's San Joaquin Valley is a crop not usually linked to one of the nation's most fertile agricultural regions. EarthTalk: What Is Sodium Lauryl Sulfate? And Should It Be Avoided? Sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) is a synthetic detergent known for its ability to generate a sudsy lather. As a result, the beauty and cosmetics products industry has long used it as a key component in shampoos and other personal care products, citing consumer desire for a foamy bath and shower experience. About 65 Families Are Still Evacuated Because of Last Week's Chemical Spill in West Virginia HUNTINGTON, West Virginia — About 65 families remained out of their homes Monday as crews worked to clean up the remnants of 22,000 gallons of hazardous chemicals that spilled last week from a railroad tanker. Greenpeace Accuses Hong Kong of Downplaying Air Pollution HONG KONG — Greenpeace on Monday accused the Hong Kong government of downplaying air pollution in the territory by setting the acceptable level of certain pollutants too high. Nigerian Unions Vote for General Strike on Nov. 16 LAGOS, Nigeria — Nigerian unions decided on recently to hold an indefinite general strike on Nov. 16 to protest against rising fuel prices in the world's eighth largest oil exporter. He's Not Voting For Big Oil GM Lays Off 9,000 Truck Workers; Gas- Guzzler Business Plan is Crumbling, Says NRDC Sardines May Prevent Toxic Gas Eruptions off the California and African Coasts Improved Wildlife Management Plan Brings Hope to Mozambique Migratory Bird Flyway Protection Campaign ----------------------------------------------------------------------- ENN is a Registered Trademark of the Environmental News Network, Inc. Copyright © 2004 Environmental News Network, Inc. This Newsletter is sent in accordance with the CAN-SPAM Act of 2003 Environmental News Network - P.O. Box 6782 - San Rafael, CA 94903 Phone: (415) 479-5300 ::: ENN Daily Newsletter - Wednesday, November 3, 2004 ::: Arctic Melt Accelerates, Governments Split OSLO, Norway — A thaw of the Arctic icecap is accelerating because of global warming, but nations in the region including the United States are deadlocked about how to stop it. Endangered Species Is List Growing, Says Green Group BANGKOK, Thailand — The world's list of endangered species is growing at an alarming and unprecedented rate, as governments pay less and less attention to green issues, a major global environmental body said on Tuesday. Pipeline in Northern Iraq Is Attacked KIRKUK, Iraq — Saboteurs blew up an oil pipeline and attacked an oil well in northern Iraq Tuesday, which are expected to stop oil exports for the next 10 days, Iraqi oil officials said. Russian Scientist Surrenders Arms-Grade Plutonium MOSCOW — A Russian atomic scientist surrendered to police on Tuesday eight containers filled with arms-grade nuclear material he had kept in his garage for eight years, Russian media reported. Russia and Iran Are to Sign Nuclear Deal in December, Says Tass MOSCOW — Iran will sign an agreement in December to return spent nuclear fuel to Russia for disposal, Russia's Itar-Tass news agency reported on Tuesday, heading off U.S. fears that the material could be used to make bombs. Louisiana Asks Federal Government to Help Build a Better Bridge to Threatened Oil Port PORT FOURCHON, Louisiana — If you think oil is expensive now, just imagine if Hurricane Ivan had swung west and come ashore at this bustling oil and gas port at the southernmost point of Louisiana. China Bans Cooking of Civet Cat to Prevent SARS BEIJING — China has banned the cooking and selling of civet cat to prevent a return of SARS, state media said on Tuesday, quoting the health ministry. Nigerian Court Throws Out Case Challenging Troop Withdrawal from Disputed Peninsula ABUJA, Nigeria — A court in Nigeria's capital on Tuesday threw out a bid by political and ethnic leaders to prevent a disputed territory in oil-rich waters from being handed over to Cameroon. Senegal's Cholera Epidemic Spreads with 400 Cases, Two Fatal DAKAR, Senegal — A cholera epidemic in the capital of this West African nation was spreading Tuesday, with 400 cases reported and two deaths so far, health officials said. 12 Days, 12 Ways To Go Affordably Green New World Resources Institute Report Documents Profitable Corporate Actions to Slow Global Warming ----------------------------------------------------------------------- ENN is a Registered Trademark of the Environmental News Network, Inc. Copyright © 2004 Environmental News Network, Inc. This Newsletter is sent in accordance with the CAN-SPAM Act of 2003 Environmental News Network - P.O. Box 6782 - San Rafael, CA 94903 Phone: (415) 479-5300 ::: ENN Daily Newsletter - Thursday, November 4, 2004 ::: Bush Is Likely to Renew Push for Alaska Oil Drilling WASHINGTON (Reuters) - In his second term, U.S. President George W. Bush is likely to stick to his plan to fill the nation's emergency crude oil stockpile and may find more Congressional allies to open an Alaskan wildlife refuge to oil drilling, energy experts said. France Suspends Hunting to Save Orphaned Bear Cub BORDEAUX, France — France suspended hunting in the western Pyrenees on Wednesday to save a bear cub orphaned when his mother, the last female bear native to the region, was killed by hunters earlier this week. California Group Sues Wind Companies Over Bird Deaths SAN FRANCISCO — A California environmental group has sued to force the operators of one of North America's largest windmill farms to take steps to reduce the number of birds killed in the turbines' propellers, court papers showed this week. Iraq Tops Bush's Agenda, but Economy Also Will Need His Focus President Bush heads into his second term with the stabilization of Iraq under a democratic government as his top policy goal. But he also has unfinished domestic business, including making his sweeping tax cuts permanent, reforming Social Security, and promoting energy production. Scientists Intrigued by Dead Whale Washed Up on Beach in Eastern Australia BRISBANE, Australia — The body of a whale resembling a giant dolphin that washed up on an eastern Australian beach has intrigued local scientists, who agreed Wednesday that it is rare but are not sure just how rare. E.U. to Send Euro6.2 Million (US$7.9 Million) in Humanitarian Aid to North Korea BRUSSELS, Belgium — The European Union's head office said Wednesday it would send a euro6.2 million (US$7.9 million) humanitarian aid package to North Korea. U.N. Nuke Report on Iran May Weaken U.S. Case, Say Diplomats VIENNA, Austria — A new report on U.N. nuclear inspections in Iran may be worded in a way that undermines the U.S. case for reporting Tehran to the Security Council this month, diplomats said on Wednesday. E.U. Extends Euro200 Million Loan to Fund Syrian Natural Gas Power Plant LUXEMBOURG — The European Union on Wednesday granted a loan of euro200 million (US$255 million) for a natural gas-fired power plant in Syria, the largest E.U. financing ever extended to the Mideast nation. New Opening With MAP: Development Coordinator School IPM & Recycling Policies at 2nd Largest School District In USA Receive National Honor! “Conservation Progress Is Possible" If President Bush Delivers on Commitmentsible” ----------------------------------------------------------------------- ENN is a Registered Trademark of the Environmental News Network, Inc. Copyright © 2004 Environmental News Network, Inc. This Newsletter is sent in accordance with the CAN-SPAM Act of 2003 Environmental News Network - P.O. Box 6782 - San Rafael, CA 94903 Phone: (415) 479-5300 ::: ENN Daily Newsletter - Friday, November 5, 2004 ::: Beijing Is Facing "State of Emergency" from Filthy Air BEIJING — China's capital is in "a state of emergency" because of air pollution, and one of the biggest polluters in the city, host of the 2008 Olympics, will slash production till the end of the year, state media said on Thursday. Experts Call for Cleaning Up of Bhopal Plant Where Gas Leak Killed Thousands of People in 1984 BHOPAL, India — Experts on Thursday urged the removal of thousands of tons of toxic waste from the Union Carbide pesticide plant in central India, where a devastating gas leak killed 15,000 people 20 years ago. Africa Must Boost Use of Water Resources to Combat Food Shortages and Poverty, Says U.N. ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia — Africa needs to step up the use of its abundant water resources to boost farm productivity and combat persistent poverty and food shortages, a United Nations official said Thursday. Britain Hopes to Push U.S. on Climate Change, Says Adviser BERLIN — Britain hopes it can exert influence on reelected President George W. Bush and push the United States to do more to combat climate change, the British government's chief scientist said on Thursday. Britons Make Seal Pup Rescue a Part-time Passion GWEEK, England — A stocky British construction surveyor appears an unlikely savior for three plump bundles of white fur named Rush, Nettle, and Sweetpea. Amphibians Are Threatened Worldwide and Other Stories Frogs and their relatives are in deep trouble. According to a new study published in the journal Science, one-third of the world's amphibians are declining due to disease, climate change, and habitat loss. Of the 5,743 known species, 1,856 are considered globally threatened in the wild. Up to 168 may be extinct. U.K. Queen's Green Credentials Win Eco- plaudits LONDON — When Queen Elizabeth opened a conference on global warming in Berlin this week, it shone a spotlight on her own efforts to keep Britain green. China's FM to Visit Iran and Discuss Nuclear Issue BEIJING — Chinese Foreign Minister Li Zhaoxing, deeply involved in efforts to end the North Korean nuclear standoff, will visit Iran later this week and discuss the Islamic republic's own nuclear crisis. Strong Aftershock Rattles Quake-Devastated Region in Northern Japan TOKYO — A strong earthquake Thursday shook an area in northern Japan still recovering from last month's magnitude-6.8 quake, the Meteorological Agency said. The latest tremor sent residents dashing under tables and led to at least one injury. MAP Co-Founder, Pisit Charnsnoh Wins The Rolex Award! Federal Judge Again Halts Dredging in the Snake River New Opening With MAP: Development Coordinator School IPM & Recycling Policies at 2nd Largest School District In USA Receive National Honor! “Conservation Progress Is Possible" If President Bush Delivers on Commitmentsible”