Human expansion leading to ‘extinction crisis’, UN warns

green | January 12th, 2010 - 11:30 AM
The Secretary-General is expected to argue that world leaders must find effective ways of protecting forests, watersheds, coral reefs and other ecosystems Photo: AP

Human expansion is wiping out species at about 1,000 times the “natural” or “background” rate and something must be done to slow the decline, according to the United Nations.
The UN will launch the International Year of Biodiversity today, warning that the on-going loss of species around the globe will seriously affect the future of humans [...]

White Lizards Evolve in New Mexico Dunes

green | January 11th, 2010 - 11:00 AM
Several lizard species that are dark have developed white skin in the White Sands of New Mexico.

The White Sands of New Mexico are a good place to study evolution in progress. One reason is that the terrain, gypsum dunes white as a sheet of paper, is so different from the surrounding area. Another is that the dunes formed only about 6,000 years ago.

Shark Conservation: Palau to Ban Shark Fishing

green | September 26th, 2009 - 12:52 PM

Sharks have roamed our seas since before the dinosaurs, but their long reign at the top of the ocean food chain may be ending. Roughly 70 million sharks are killed by fishing industries every year.

Happy 65th Birthday, Smokey Bear!

green | August 8th, 2009 - 12:47 PM

On the 9th of August, Smokey Bear’s birthday is celebrated in USA – forest preservation day from fire. [...]

How to Help Kids Go Green’

green | June 15th, 2009 - 1:01 PM

Spread the GREEN word. Encourage others at home, friends, work or school to become involved.
Kids are increasingly aware of the issues impacting their environment, and are even more engaged and excited about making their world a greener place. Parents can involve their children in ‘going green’ with a few simple steps, and show them [...]