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The Alaskan Sea Otter is Happy | Eco Friendly Tips

October 12th 2009 12:17

There are along list of eco friendly tips out there that we all MUST live by in order to save the Earth. But, many of us choose not to even look at the list of eco friendly tips, let alone follow it. Why? Maybe it is because we have no real stake in the outcome of our actions if we choose not to follow eco friendly tips. Well, for stake's sake, here is one animal that would be very happy if those eco friendly tips became a regular habit.

Meet Mr. Otter.

Mr. Otter

Mr. Otter has recently been granted protection in the state of Alaska. The Aleutian Islands is a place where eco friendly tips were far outweighed by the feeding habits of some killer whales. The Otter population was dwindling and without help from man, he would have been extinct in a very short period of time.

What did it take to free Mr. Otter and protect him? A LAWSUIT. That's right, one company sued another company and voila - Mr. Otter is now protected.

Why should it take a lawsuit to protect an endangered species? There is no doubt that people know the sea otter population in Alaska was racing toward extinction. Some group of people, somewhere chose not to see what was in front of them or recognize the dire need of this playful animal. These are the same people, no doubt, that choose not to follow eco friendly tips.

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What is the Environment?

August 27th 2009 18:27

We are always aware that we have to keep the environment clean and we have to use this and that and do this and that to save our environment.

Do we really know what the environment is?

What is pollution?

What does saving the environment mean?

What does global warming mean and what role does it play in our environment?

What is the ozone layer?

What is preservation of the environment?

What is recycling?

All these questions cannot be covered in depth.

Evangelists have become surprisingly involved in halting global warming and enlightening the people about the dangers of global warming. There is a collective pool of the most influential organizations in saving the environment. With the rising standards of living, we throw most of the things we buy and there is an increase in the quantity of solid waste which is thrown and left in dumping grounds. Though we can recycle most of the things we use, they are not nearly enough to keep the environment clean.

We have chemicals that pollute the soil and in some cases deep mining pools are left open and many poisonous substances will contaminate the soil. We still have to ask, what is the main cause of global warming? There are many activities that produce carbon dioxide like breathing, driving and so many others, while these activities do contribute to global warming; they are not the sole cause. It is believed that if we do not heed the warnings we are getting, we would definitely be in for a destroyed earth.

Air pollution is not easy to define as is water and land pollution, but we have to clean the air and most people and governments have no authority to regulate air quality. Keeping the air clean, is just up to us as individuals, use cars that have low degrees of emissions as they burn less gasoline. What we need to do is create awareness about the environment. This can be done via ecotourism. This is where about uniting conservation, communities and sustainable travel. This is basically done to build environmental awareness and respect.

When it comes to land pollution, we have to be environmentally aware to recycle and not to litter. We have to understand that without trees, we will have to use man made carbon dioxide for other purposes which will increase the cost of living and will have a bigger impact on life and on the manufacture of goods. If we plant trees, they will help to keep the house cool from the sun and help us save on air conditioning.

Think about this, what happens to that farmer who cuts trees for profits and doesn't replant them for profits? So what happens to all the furniture that lies around? Do we have to wait for it to be called an antique for us to buy it? Why not invest in cheaper furniture when there is a surplus of it in the market? All it takes is you. Environment is not all about politics; it's just about you and what you do to contribute to its destruction or preservation.

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Seas Are Hotter - People are Liars

August 24th 2009 20:42

Boiling Water

In a recent post on the Great Barrier Reef, the effect of global warming on the reef was discussed. Global warming is linked to huge changes in the chemical makeup of the atmosphere. If humans do not heed the natural warnings, these chemicals levels will become too strong and the earth will warm beyond our control.

How Long Have We Been Talking?

Despite the fact that the word "Global Warming" has been on the tip of the world's tongue for at least the last decade, no one is making the changes needed to reverse the horrid effects made by humans on the earth.

There are pictures showing the receding ice shelves, there is the reduction in color and life on the Great Barrier Reef and now sea temperatures are being recorded at an all time HIGH!

The national Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration reported on 14 August, 2009 that the temperatures on the surface of the ocean were the hottest on record in July. That means, despite the major media push toward GREEN solutions, people are simply not changing fast enough. With ten years under our belts as conscience consumers, we should be seeing some real change by now.

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The Extinction of the Great Barrier Reef

August 17th 2009 19:13

The Great Barrier Reef used to be one of the most magestic sights on Earth. Certainly created by the hand of an artist, the reef was vibrantly colored and the home to hundreds of thousands of species. Due to the effect of global warming and the increase in water temperatures, the Great Barrier Reef has started to lose its color. But that is not where the threat ends.

Great Barrier Reed

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The Arctic Sea is Thinning

July 16th 2009 13:26

According to new satellite photos from NASA, the Artic Sea ice sheath is thinning even more. This time around, the time frame between satellite reports have only been 4 years, but the change in the thickness is dramatic.

Arctic Sea

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The Green Grass

May 19th 2009 02:09

The summer month's are here and the time has come to start mowing the grass. We all know that riding lawn mowers are the most comfortable and push mowers offer a clean, well groomed look. These machines are not eco-friendly!

The push mower with zero engine is the best choice for the environment. That's right, you have to get out there and push. Living on more than an acre of hilly land, I understand the pain involved in manually pushing the mower, but if that is what it takes to ensure my family has an Earth to live on for many generations to come - that is what needs to be done.

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Advantages of Eco Friendly Living

March 19th 2009 01:58

There are many advantages to living in modern eco friendly homes. Since the focus is on less pollution and saving energy and water, the eco friendly homes serve the purpose and help you to focus on your goals too.
So the first and foremost advantage is the reduction in electricity bills and its consequences on health and the environment. With the use of a solar energy system, the emissions that pollute the environment and which are dangerous to our health are comprehensively reduced.

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Interesting article on the montreal protocol

September 25th 2008 04:47

Was just reading this new magazine that has appeared over here in Aus land called Mindfood, does a pretty good job of putting up articles that aren't all fluff and crap.

Had a great article about the montreal protocol and its effect on the ozone layer, which could have been a major issue at one point but now is not

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Corporations Going Green? Pt 2

September 4th 2008 01:53

It seems everyone is getting in on this whole going green thing.

Here we have another prime example of corporations cashing in on public opinion about the environment, but then again, the environment benefits despite the original motivations

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Water Hybrid Cars ?

September 3rd 2008 12:36

Does anyone know how these things work?

I ran across this site earlier for water hybrid cars , but how does the whole deal work? The site claims to

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Make Earth Hour Last

March 19th 2008 00:25

This month millions of Sydney-siders will switch off their lights for an hour to show their commitment to reducing carbon emissions. Currently 6000 businesses have signed up for Earth Hour and the state and federal governments have shown their support.

While this is admirable , what about businesses who want to do more to combat climate change? Surprisingly, relatively small adjustments on a daily basis can have far reaching environmental benefits

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Heiress Heels

January 30th 2008 01:51

The jury is officially out! Paris Hilton is releasing a new range of foot wear.
While the socialite has tried her hand at everything including singing, acting, jewelery and perfume it was inevitable that she further expanded her franchise.

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Where do I plug in my Car?

January 16th 2008 00:17

At the Detroit Auto Show, Katsuaki Watanabe, CEO of Toyota has confirmed plans to launch a plug-in hybrid by 2010.

Now that we have a date this is great for people who have environmental concerns as this could make more people move to hybrid. It also puts Toyota in direct competition with General Motors, which has announced plans to sell its own plug-in hybrid vehicle, the Chevrolet Volt, sometime around 2010

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A whale of a time

January 14th 2008 01:51

Under the law of the sea, an Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) is a sea zone over which a state has special rights over the exploration and use of marine resources.

Paul Watson, the captain of the Steve Irwin an Australian whaling patrol ship, estimates that at least 300 whales have been killed so far this season. The majority of these have been slaughtered inside the Australia's self-declared EEZ, an area for which it is predominantly responsible