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Scotland's eco-haven

AFP - Fri Jul 17, 9:42 AM ET

Europe's first organic waster water installation and its first environmentally-conscious currency, the Eko, are just some of the hallmarks of the Findhorn foundation, the community with the lowest ecological footprint on record in the industrialised world.

  • Wal-Mart's Green Revolution ABC News - Thu Jul 16, 9:01 PM ET

    The retail giant will rate its products based on environmental impact.

  • Indiana's Blue River Assignment Earth - Thu Jul 16, 4:11 PM ET

    Clear, cold, and filled with life, this special waterway is protected by towns using new ultraviolet treatment instead of poisonous chlorine to treat their sewage.

  • Losing Kenya's Lake Naivasha AFP - Thu Jul 16, 6:26 AM ET

    Lake Naivasha, at the head of the Great Rift Valley, is one of Kenya's most popular natural attractions -- but it may not be there for much longer. Water levels are dropping fast, with a devastating effect on the region's wildlife. But while some put the problems down to climate change, others point the finger at the intensive horticulture around the shore, with farms siphoning the lake's water to grow roses.

  • Business Update: China cheers Reuters - Thu Jul 16, 5:38 AM ET

    Asia share markets cheered by U.S., China economic hopes, while Mazda jumps on report of hybrid plans.

  • Energy hungry China goes for green Reuters - Wed Jul 15, 11:21 AM ET

    China sees a renewable energy boom as the world's biggest greenhouse gas emitter tries to shake its reliance on dirty coal.

  • Garrett 'a sell-out' Australia 7 News - Wed Jul 15, 3:34 AM ET

    Environment Minister Peter Garrett has been labelled a sell-out after her approved a uranium mine for South Australia.

  • Slain ex-NFL QB McNair mourned in Mississippi AP - Sat Jul 11, 9:16 PM ET

    Thousands turned out to say goodbye to Steve McNair in one of the biggest funerals in memory in his home state of Mississippi. He was shot and killed in a murder-suicide a week ago. (July 11)

  • Obama wraps G-8 summit, meets with pope AP - Fri Jul 10, 2:52 PM ET

    President Barack Obama struck an optimistic note as he wrapped up the G-8 summit. Before leaving Italy, Obama held his first meeting with Pope Benedict XVI. (July 10)

  • Volvo launch hybrid double-decker bus Reuters - Fri Jul 10, 1:35 PM ET

    Volvo officially debute a new environmentally friendly hybrid double-decker bus on to the streets of London.

  • Britain goes green for the day Reuters - Fri Jul 10, 12:44 PM ET

    As Britons celebrate Green Britain Day, people across the nation are asked to think green in efforts to reduce the country's carbon footprint.

  • Masterchef gardens Australia 7 News - Fri Jul 10, 5:36 AM ET

    Save money and do your bit for the environment in your own backyard.

  • Rudd climate plan gets a thumbs-up Australia 7 News - Fri Jul 10, 3:38 AM ET

    Kevin Rudd has scored a diplomatic coup after his approach to fighting climate change.

  • Obama - progress on climate change Reuters - Thu Jul 9, 2:24 PM ET

    President Barack Obama says major economies meeting at a forum in L'Aquila, Italy made a good start on the effort to curb climate change, but there is more work to be done.

  • How to develop solar energy? AFP - Thu Jul 9, 2:11 PM ET

    As the climate heats up, the world is grappling with how to produce cheap energy from renewable sources. A Californian company has found a way to offer cut-rate fees for installing solar panels.

  • G8 nudge emerging powers on climate Reuters - Thu Jul 9, 10:33 AM ET

    The G8 countries are reaching out to developing countries during their summit in L'Aquila, Italy, as they discuss climate change and trade.

  • Bottle ban Australia 7 News - Thu Jul 9, 3:36 AM ET

    Environmentalists have praised a tiny town in NSW for banning the sale of bottled water.

  • Tapper on G-8's Lack of Progress ABC News - Wed Jul 8, 8:01 PM ET

    Jake Tapper takes a look at how leaders have fallen short on some commitments.

  • Endangered Bats in India Assignment Earth - Wed Jul 8, 3:30 PM ET

    In the Western Ghats mountains range along the western side of India, a rare bat species and a unique cave ecosystem teeming with other wildlife are threatened by the planned construction of a hydroelectric dam.

  • Economy tops G8 agenda Reuters - Wed Jul 8, 11:55 AM ET

    Leaders from the Group of Eight nations are meeting in the Italian town of L'Aquila to discuss the economic crisis and their goals on climate change.

  • G8 sees economy still in peril Reuters - Wed Jul 8, 11:38 AM ET

    G8 leaders believe the world economy still faces 'significant risks', according to summit draft documents that also reflect failure to agree climate change goals for 2050.

  • Jake Tapper on G-8 Leaders' Goals ABC News - Wed Jul 8, 8:31 AM ET

    Obama joins summit partners for talks on global economy and climate change.

  • An 'iceberg' on the river Seine AFP - Tue Jul 7, 10:25 AM ET

    On the eve of the G8 summit in Italy, environmental group Greenpeace tied a life size "iceberg" on the river Seine, across the Eiffel Tower, in Paris on Tuesday to raise the world's leaders' awarness on climate change.

  • G8 set to tackle global warming Reuters - Mon Jul 6, 12:32 PM ET

    Environmentalists warn of "catastrophic effects" unless world leaders meeting this week in Italy take specific steps to limit global warming.

  • G8 to tackle global warming Reuters - Mon Jul 6, 12:15 PM ET

    Environmentalists warn of "catastrophic effects" unless world leaders meeting this week in Italy take specific steps to limit global warming.

  • Aleutian Geese Migration Assignment Earth - Thu Jul 2, 4:25 PM ET

    Protected by the Endangered Species Act, Aleutian geese have made a spectacular recovery - causing serious problems in California as they graze by the thousands in farmers' fields.

  • Top Tips to Green Your Lawn Mower ABC News - Thu Jul 2, 9:30 AM ET

    Try a hand-push mower for your lawn and leave no carbon footprint.

  • Hitachi joins eco-battery boom Reuters - Thu Jul 2, 5:50 AM ET

    Hitachi is deep in the eco-battery push, spending up to $310 million with a huge boost in capacity of lithium-ion batteries for hybrid cars.

  • Police: 7 teens shot near Detroit school AP - Wed Jul 1, 1:20 AM ET

    Gunmen in a green minivan opened fire on a group of teenagers waiting at a bus stop near a Detroit school on Tuesday, wounding seven, including two who were in critical condition. (June 30)

  • China awaits Internet filter Reuters - Tue Jun 30, 6:13 AM ET

    China's Internet software, called "Green Dam", has sparked international concerns, but the real challenge may be the nation's own PC market.

  • Bill to Cap Greenhouse Gasses ABC News - Sat Jun 27, 8:31 PM ET

    Climate change legislation barely passes in the House, moves on to the Senate.

  • Brazil raids illegal loggers BBC - Sat Jun 27, 2:21 PM ET

    The environmental police in Brazil have seized truck loads of tropical hardwood in a major raid on illegal loggers in the Amazon.

  • Obama emissions bill supported BBC - Sat Jun 27, 12:52 PM ET

    The US House of Representatives has passed a climate change bill aimed at reducing the country's emissions.

  • A clean plate for Mexican potters AFP - Fri Jun 26, 11:06 AM ET

    Mexico is famous for its ceramic ware. While it's quaint, following in their fathers footsteps is a risk to their health. One non-profit program is encouraging potters to change their ways.

  • India's Polluted Yamuna River Assignment Earth - Thu Jun 25, 4:36 PM ET

    India's government has spent millions to clean up the Yamuna River, but it remains one of the world's most polluted waterways, flowing through the capital and past the Taj Mahal.

  • Iraninan soccer players banned for supporting protests Australia 7 News - Wed Jun 24, 4:18 PM ET

    Four Iranian soccer players who wore green wrist bands during a World Cup qualifier have been banned from the team for life.

  • Automakers display electric cars Reuters - Wed Jun 24, 8:41 AM ET

    Mercedes, Toyota and BMW show off their hybrid and electric vehicles, which are taking part in a UK government scheme aimed at accelerating the availability of low carbon cars to consumers.

  • Pythons set up home in South Carolina AP - Wed Jun 24, 7:59 AM ET

    Some new creatures are calling Aiken, South Carolina, home. A biology professor there is housing some Burmese pythons to study them, but not everyone is happy about the new residents. (June 23)

  • Britain trials low carbon cars Reuters - Wed Jun 24, 7:02 AM ET

    The UK is trialling a selection of electric, hybrid and other low carbon emission cars from major automakers in a 'drive' to push foward greener motoring.

  • National Parks getting 'green' makeovers AP - Tue Jun 23, 2:18 PM ET

    Find out how national parks are trying to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions by 'greening' their own operations. (June 23)

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