Garry Rogers

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• China’s Plan to Cut Meat Consumption by 50% Cheered by Climate Campaigners |...

  

  New dietary guidelines could reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 1bn tonnes by 2030, and could lessen country’s problems with obesity and diabetes China now... Read more

  Posted on 21 June 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• In the Birthplace of U.S. Oil, Methane Gas Is Leaking Everywhere

  

  An abandoned oil well pipe in Western Pennsylvania. Photographer: Chris Goodney/Bloomberg Jennifer Oldham, June 20, 2016 — “Some wells sunk since 1859 leak... Read more

  Posted on 20 June 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• Another Ridiculous Ridge — Western Wildfires Grow as US Heatwave Casualties Mount

  

  GR.–It’s 107 degrees F (42 degrees C) at my house again today. Previous record here at our shady place at 4500′ altitude in central Arizona was 101 F (38... Read more

  Posted on 20 June 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• Nuclear Citizens Jury South Australia Saturday, June 25 and Sunday, June 26

  

  The first Jury of 50 South Australians has now been randomly selected with representatives from far and wide across the state ranging in age from 18 to over 65. Read more

  Posted on 20 June 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• This is What A Fossil Fuel Dystopia Looks Like — The Arctic Sea Ice is Breaking...

  

  GR.–Read to the bottom for Scribbler’s forecast based on the Arctic ice events. RobertScribbler.–The Arctic sea ice is breaking up to the north of Greenland... Read more

  Posted on 20 June 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• U.S. Pet Trade Imports 6 Million Tropical Fish Captured Using Cyanide Each Year

  

  GR.–Despite efforts by many conservation organizations, animal trafficking continues to push species toward extinction. ‘Finding Dory’ Expected to Fuel... Read more

  Posted on 20 June 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• Legal Tools & Links For the Conservation of Nature

  

  Lists of Conservation Links GR.–Is it cannibalism to eat any sentient animal? (Photo: Traci Bingham for PETA) I once thought I could build a complete list all... Read more

  Posted on 20 June 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• Batteries on a Game Changing Curve

  

  GR.–What lovely curves😉. Joe Romm at ClimateProgress.–“Low-cost, high-performance electric batteries are a game changer for the two key clean energy... Read more

  Posted on 20 June 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• Endangered Namibian ‘desert Lion’ Shot Dead

  

  GR.–This happened last Sunday. Another example of the inevitable fate of wildlife as the hungry human population expands. News24 Correspondent. Read more

  Posted on 19 June 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• Map Exposes the Scale and Nature of Rhino Horn Trade – EIA International

  

  Rhino mother and young: photo (c) EIA Environmental Investigation Agency.–“EIA has produced an interactive map of the illegal trade in rhino horn, the latest... Read more

  Posted on 19 June 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• Obama at Yosemite Pays ‘lip Service’ to Natural Beauty Amid Climate Inaction | U...

  

  GR.–Lip service indeed. It’s easy to accuse others of “lip service” now that he’s leaving office. Obama’s administration supported fossil fuels with permits... Read more

  Posted on 19 June 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• IAEA Promotes the Role of Nuclear Technologies in Sustainable Development at...

  

  GR.–Nuclear power generation creates extremely dangerous waste products that people must manage carefully for thousands of years. Read more

  Posted on 18 June 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• Bill That Would Reduce Unintended Pregnancies Passes California Senate

  

  GR.–Access to contraception is a proven step toward better lives for women and greater control over Earth’s population problem. And yet, in many places, women... Read more

  Posted on 18 June 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• 5 Reasons We Can’t Afford to Ignore the Issue of Animal Rights Any Longer

  

  GR.–People cite protein deficiency as their reason for not becoming vegetarian. However, it’s not an issue; there are plant sources for the full suite of... Read more

  Posted on 18 June 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• Requirements for the USDA Organic Seal of Approval

  

  GR.–Take action for butterflies: According to the U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), organic farms in the U. S. sales reached $5.5 billion in 2014, up 72... Read more

  Posted on 18 June 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• Can the Hochbärneckalm Survive Global Warming?

  

  GR.–Climate change will destroy many beautiful places. It’s not just a threat anymore. The continue burning of fossil fuels to the present and into at least... Read more

  Posted on 18 June 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• Why a Referendum is Needed on South Australian Govt’s Nuclear Waste Import Plan ...

  GR.–People have the right to decide, but they must often fight for that right. John Jasson.–Chapter 6 page 122 [Nuclear Fuel Chain Royal Commission... Read more

  Posted on 17 June 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• Rapid Polar Warming Kicks ENSO Out of Climate Driver’s Seat, Sets off Big...

  

  GR.–Our response to environmental disasters often comes in the form of rescues and recovery aid after the event. The climate emergency is different. Read more

  Posted on 17 June 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• Seven Climate Records Set So Far in 2016 | Environment | The Guardian

  

  GR.–When national emergencies arise, we expect our leaders to guide us to an effective response. The global-warming disaster illustrated in this article is... Read more

  Posted on 17 June 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• 13 State AGs Pen Letter Calling for End to Climate Change Probe | Fuel Fix

  

  GR.–These public employees have chosen to aid the oil companies in their efforts to deceive the public. This action demonstrates the power of money over truth.... Read more

  Posted on 17 June 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT