Perish the thought that we can handle a bigger population Nov 19, 2009
A single dam, as Anna Bligh now knows, requires an environmental impact statement ... If an environmental impact statement on our new population target canvassed that option, you could praise the high-growth advocates for their honesty. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
* Looking at land value the way a farmer does Nov 19, 2009
The Ministry of the Interiors Regional Planning Committee approved the fourth stage of the Central Taiwan Science Park last Thursday, despite much public protest and a number of important factors not having been clarified, such as the environmental impact assessment. The approval of this development project and the disregard for public participation in the administrative process once again raise serious questions about both the legitimacy and rationality of the governments public... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Experts say carbon offsets offset only travelers' guilt Nov 19, 2009
Francis said he was not advocating an end to flying Responsible Travel offers tours to Jordan, the Galapagos Islands and China, among other far-flung destinations but simply more reflection on the environmental impact of such journeys ... Francis said he was not advocating an end to flying Responsible Travel offers tours to Jordan, the Galapagos Islands and China, among other far-flung destinations but simply more reflection on the environmental impact of such journeys. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
New dealership to be 1st with top LEED rating Nov 19, 2009
We re building a store with as little environmental impact as possible, said General Manager Jeronimo Esteve IV. We want to set the example for what can be done. Headquarter Honda s 48,000-square-foot main building will be topped off by a living roof planted with heat-absorbing foliage and a water filtration system developed by the University of Central Florida. (Winter Garden West Orange Times, FL)
Gatorade(R) and FOX Sports Net Announce Original Programming Partnership Nov 19, 2009
By dedicating ourselves to offering a broad array of choices for healthy, convenient and fun nourishment, reducing our environmental impact, and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace culture, PepsiCo balances strong financial returns with giving back to our communities worldwide. For more information, please visit. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
24 South St. Notebook Nov 19, 2009
Tuesday, June 30, 2009 1:50 PM EDT. The address for Auburn's Memorial City Hall on South Street is familiar to many follower's of the city's government and its political scene. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
EIR draft issued on mammoth Yahoo campus Nov 19, 2009
A draft environmental impact report is available for public review that outlines the impacts of s plans to build a 3-million-square-foot campus on land purchased in 2006 ... According to a summary of the environmental impact report, a 3-million-square-foot campus would have a significant unavoidable impact in several areas including traffic and carbon emissions. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Icy oil spill easier to clean, scientists say Nov 18, 2009
The study didn't look at the environmental impact of spills in the Arctic. In other industry-funded studies, SINTEF and some researchers at the University of Alaska Fairbanks are still studying the potential toxic effects of oil on Arctic species. (Anchorage Daily News)
Spend the new year in old Florida Nov 18, 2009
Wherever you cook, minimize your environmental impact. Fire safety is top priority, so keep open flames well away from leaves and brush. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
City reacts to water supply cut (112) Nov 18, 2009
The last major issue of the night was the sudden and surprise decision by the Sonoma County Water Agency, ratified on Tuesday by the Board of Supervisors, that it will abandon an application for 26,000 acre feet more water from the Russian River, stop work on an Environmental Impact Report on delivery systems to supply the increased water, and implement a new 12-point water supply strategy to meet future water needs without any additional supply. The decision rocked all eight contracting... (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
The Strip takes some green steps, albeit small Nov 18, 2009
Cindy Ortega, senior vice president of energy and environmental services for MGM Mirage, said even the biggest projects can be good for the environment: Yes, we couldve built it smaller and stayed within the same code and had the same environmental impact. Or we couldve pursued LEED certification, made it harder on ourselves and built it the way we did. (MSNBC -- Environment)
Dirty Rockets Nov 18, 2009
We hear so much about the environmental impacts of transportation ... What's the environmental impact of going into space. (Slate)
Colleges make sustainability a way of life Nov 17, 2009
Most recently, the university won the participation category of the America's Greenest Campus contest Oct. 14 with 2,257 members pledging to reduce their environmental impact. Campus coordinator Joanna Calabrese said recruiting through classes and student groups was not very difficult. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Electricity-hungry Vietnam looks to join nuclear club Nov 17, 2009
" onclick="Next();" src="/images/butt_next. " Despite the domestic debates, a number of foreign nations have long expressed interest in a role in the project including former colonial power France, as well as Japan, Russia, China and to a lesser extent South Korea and the United States. French Prime Minister Francois Fillon and his Vietnamese counterpart Nguyen Tan Dung last week signed a nuclear cooperation pact but Dung declined to say whether which nation would be selected as Vietnam's main... (Channelnewsasia.com)
From the space race to human race Nov 17, 2009
Sure, there's some science here - but it's pretty much limited to counting: enumerating environmental impact - such as the "eco-footprint" - and then trying to work out the "cost". Specialist "environmental experts" now extol something calling sustainable development, which supposedly knits together environmental, social and economic development in one grand sandwich of wholesomeness. (BBC News -- Science)
Scientists convene at SRS ecology lab Nov 17, 2009
Research and evaluation of environmental impact at DOE sites provide valuable research data for scientists and for government and contractor decision-makers. NERPs were originally formed to assess the environmental impact at energy and nuclear weapons sites of the Department of Energy. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Obama asks Pearce to leave gas pipeline post Nov 17, 2009
Some 22 federal agencies in the United States -- plus others in Canada -- must sign off on an environmental impact statement before the project can move forward. Right now, two proposals are competing for a multibillion-dollar natural gas pipeline to the Lower 48. (Anchorage Daily News)
Chinas plan for Three Gorges water level stalls Nov 16, 2009
Along the way officials have often steamrolled over complaints about the enormous environmental impact of the mammoth $23 billion, 410-mile-long (660-kilometer-long) reservoir that has displaced more than 1. 4 million people. (MSNBC -- International)
Wind farm plan irks activists Nov 16, 2009
Besides the energy politics, there's also the environmental impact. The McCain Valley, bisected by a dirt road north of Interstate 8 in the county's southeastern corner, is a scenic jewel, said Hogan, the environmental consultant fighting the Iberdrola project. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Oil and gas find creates employment anxiety in Western Region Nov 16, 2009
Speaking at a special hearing on the Environmental Impact Assessment for the development of the first phase of the Jubilee Oil Fields, organised for the Western Region House of Chiefs in Sekondi, he said the region had not benefited from natural endowments like the sea, gold, bauxite, timber and other minerals ... In September, the EPA staged massive public hearings within the six key catchment communities namely, Nzema East District, Jomoro District, Ahanta West District, Nzema West District,... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
FERC ignores Coos Bay LNG issue - again Nov 15, 2009
Opponents of the project insist the FERC Environmental Impact Statement for Jordan Cove s project is incomplete. Among those unhappy with the final product is Gov. Ted Kulongoski, who has called on FERC to address concerns about the pipeline route and potential impacts on endangered species, according to a policy advisor in the governor s office. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Looking for a new diet? Go low-carbon Nov 15, 2009
The reason for livestocks high environmental impact is twofold. First, in less-industrialized countries such as Mexico, food production accounts for 75 percent to 90 percent of all their greenhouse-gas emissions. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Populate and perish Nov 15, 2009
For a small population our environmental impact is far too great. What we need is better planning, better transport (public) and better land management, not less people. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Outdoors Notebook Nov 14, 2009
The Bureau of Reclamation is rewriting its Resource Management Plan and Environmental Impact Statement for New Melones Lake. This will be the management framework of the conservation, protection, enhancement, development and use of the physical and biological resources in the New Melones Lake area. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Health Care Accounts For Eight Percent Of US Carbon Footprint, Calculation Finds Nov 14, 2009
Jeanette Chung, PhD, a Research Associate in the Section of Hospital Medicine at the University of Chicago and the study's lead author, said that she hoped the study would draw the attention of the health care industry to its environmental impact ... Chung and Meltzer calculated the carbon footprint using 2007 health care spending and a model of environmental impact, called the environmental input-output life cycle assessment (EIOLCA) model, developed by the Green Design Institute at... (Science Daily)
Palo Alto eyes expanding plastic-bag ban Nov 14, 2009
And San Jose is working on its own "environmental impact report," which would consider the environmental impacts of eliminating both plastic and paper single-use bags. According to a new staff report, Palo Alto may also impose a new fee for paper bags some time in the near future. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
EPA holds National Public Hearing on Jubilee Phase 1 EIA Nov 14, 2009
Accra, Nov. 13, GNA - The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on Friday organised a national public hearing on the Environmental Impact Assessment of phase one of the Jubilee Oil field Project in Accra. The hearing was organised by the EPA to enable government officials and other strategic stakeholders to inform the public about the project and evaluate the potential risks and how to handle them in line with sustainable environmental management practices. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Pristine plans RM900mil O&G storage facilities Nov 13, 2009
We are in the process of completing the environmental impact assessment and it (the facility) will be the first seaport and independent oil storage tank in Malaysia, he told reporters after launching Pristines new corporate branding here yesterday. Kamarulzaman said South Koreas Samjung TCN and MSK Corp Sdn Bhd had been appointed as the main contractor and contracts worth about RM700mil had been awarded for the proposed project. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Farmers sue oil giant over loss of livelihood Nov 13, 2009
According to the claim lodged by the farmers' lawyers, an environmental impact assessment by BP before construction acknowledged significant and widespread risks of damage to the land, but the farmers, most of them illiterate, were not informed of these risks. BP promised compensation for damage that might occur but said there would be no long-term environmental damage. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Small Business Strategies Nov 13, 2009
The goal is to get small businesses to do more printing in-house while having less environmental impact. Going green: HP's pushing eco-friendly solutions, including recycling electronic waste, developing products with more eco-friendly materials and lower energy use, making printing products greener, helping small businesses understand their energy use, including a software dashboard providing feedback on your own carbon footprint. (USA Today -- Money)
Alta Oak Creek Mojave Project Goes In Front Of Planning Commission Nov 13, 2009
Randy Hoyle with Terra-Gen Power said, "The Alta Oak Creek Mojave Project, the economic impact of that will be upwards of $30 million a year. So, that will be $600 million over the next 20 years that will be via labor, local labor, services, property taxes, and royalties. The project will have the greatest effects on residents of Old West Ranch, and many of them want to keep the wind turbines as far away from their property as possible.If the Planning Commission approves Terra Gen Powers... (KERO 23, CA)
Rio in alliance with Chile's CODELCO Nov 12, 2009
"The aim is to deliver safer, more energy efficient and lower cost of production from both current and next generation open cut and deep underground mines whilst operating with a lower a overall environmental impact," Rio Tinto said. Rio Tinto chief executive Tom Albanese said the alliance, plus Rio Tinto's Mine of the Future program, would equip the companies to meet an increasing demand for copper. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Petrobank Records Third Quarter Net Income of $54.8 Million Nov 12, 2009
These patents will serve to maximize production and reduce overall environmental impact of bitumen and heavy oil recovery and to secure the intellectual property rights of Petrobank. The recent introduction of the FacsRite(TM) liner to the new wells at the Conklin and Kerrobert projects demonstrates the value inherent in Archon's ability to evaluate and subsequently deploy new technologies. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Searching for Greener Gadgets: How to Size Up Energy Efficiency in Household Appliances Nov 12, 2009
Another way to help sort through the thousands of appliances out there that are EnergyStar-compliant is by checking out the Consumers Union (publisher of Consumer Reports magazine) free Greener Choices website, which compares a wide range of merchandise according to their relative environmental impact. Greener Choices provides detailed information on dishwashers, washers and dryers, air conditioners, refrigerators and vacuum cleaners. (Scientific American)
Songdo City defies crisis odds Nov 12, 2009
Ironically, perhaps, protests about the city's environmental impact on internationally important tidal-flats have dogged - though not derailed - its construction. It all sounds too good to be true, and perhaps it is. (Asia Times Online)
Avenal power plant recommended by state regulator Nov 11, 2009
In its presiding members proposed decision released today, the two-member committee assigned by the California Energy Commission to review the project determined that the facility, with mitigation measure, will meet all laws, regulations and standards and have no significant environmental impact. The release of the proposed decision triggers the 30-day public comment period. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Five-step check for nano safety Nov 11, 2009
NANOTECH'S FIVE CHALLENGES Develop instruments to assess exposure to engineered nanomaterials in air and water within next 3-10 years Create and test ways of evaluating the toxicity of nanomaterials in 5-15 years Generate models to predict their possible impact on the environment and human health over the next 10 years Develop ways to assess the health and environmental impact of nanomaterials over their entire lifetime, within the next five years Organise programmes to enable risk-focused... (Yahoo News -- Nanotechnology)
Biz taps into pure-water demand Nov 11, 2009
Environmental impact. Another factor that Leeka says makes a difference is the environmental impact Pure Water Technology has by filtering water on-site at the client s workplace. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Afghan cash startsgoing to China Nov 11, 2009
At Saindak, the company is extracting copper without any effective evaluation and monitoring mechanism and there is still no reliable data available on production and its environmental impact ... Saindak is also being developed in the absence of an environmental impact assessment ... This could make Afghanistan one of the world's top 15 copper producers, but the involvement of local communities and the environmental impact have not yet been approached as a major issue. (Asia Times Online)
Sustainable Salads Nov 11, 2009
What foods can be grown with the least environmental impact ... Some crops make more efficient use of the land than others, so their environmental impacts may be less intense on per-calorie basis. (Slate)
Nugs, Avs players back 'Lights Out Lunch' Nov 10, 2009
We are working hard to help customers use energy as efficiently as possible, not only to help keep their bills low but also to reduce our overall environmental impact, said Tim Taylor, president and COO of Xcel s Colorado division, , in a statement. The Lights Out Lunch program was developed to raise awareness among consumers and businesses about small, easy actions they can take that collectively can have a large impact like turning off unnecessary lights and using compact fluorescent light... (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Going greenaway from home Nov 10, 2009
We're not expecting much of an environmental impact on the community from the new Element hotel. And that will be entirely to the benefit of the community. (NJ.com -- Times)
Streetlight Intelligence Inc. Announces Commercial Phase of Adaptive Street Light Program Underway with the Pacific Green Energy Initiative Nov 9, 2009
With this installation, we believe Prince George has taken a significant leadership role in adopting our technology as part of its energy conservation initiatives and we look forward to showcasing the installation to the rest of Canada (Canada Newswire)
Bee exclusive: State's recycled paper trail not so green for climate Nov 9, 2009
"We do not understand the process or its environmental impact.". Wisdom of mandate argued. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
24 South St. Notebook Nov 9, 2009
Tuesday, June 30, 2009 1:50 PM EDT. The address for Auburn's Memorial City Hall on South Street is familiar to many follower's of the city's government and its political scene. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
"The September Issue" Nov 8, 2009
New York couple Colin Beavan and Michelle Conlin, both writers, decide almost on impulse to transform their lifestyle such that they have near-zero environmental impact, meaning no TV, no air conditioning, no product packaging, no food grown outside their home region, etc. (Yeah, yeah -- no toilet paper either. (Salon)
Prosecutor comments on missing documents allegations Nov 8, 2009
Because of the magnitude of what AFLC proposed, CDS reportedly informed the company that it would need to issue a determination of significance, which means the plan would be subject to an environmental impact study. The company reportedly backed away from its request at that point. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Editorial: Don’t let MBTA go off the rails Nov 8, 2009
Under an agreement with the Conservation Law Foundation the MBTA is bound to push forward with several beneficial projects to mitigate the environmental impact of the Big Dig. The state expects to spend, for instance, $29 million on a design study for the Red Line/Blue Line connector. (Boston Globe)
A-B event showcases science, technology Nov 7, 2009
Denise LeBlanc and the Discovery Museums encouraged novice architects to consider the environmental impact of their designs for Kelley s Corner. I wish we had something like this when I was in high school, said Garfield at the Nov. 2 event. (Acton Beacon, MA)
* Private investment expected to grow by 2.62%: ministry Nov 7, 2009
But the project is yet to pass an environmental impact assessment. The green energy sector is forecast to increase investment by 31 percent to NT$53. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Gone with the wind: rare flora and fauna force change of plan Nov 7, 2009
Mr Sass found the spinifex while working on the environmental impact assessment for the site last year. He rang John Benson, a senior plant ecologist with Sydney's Botanic Gardens Trust, who has devoted a decade to creating a database which classifies vegetation statewide and allows environmental assessors to check whether habitats need protection. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
The rise of the non-veggie vegetarian Nov 6, 2009
" Many of the fish-eating vegetarians will be making a dietary exception for health reasons. The government advises the consumption of at least two portions of fish a week, one of which should be oily fish. This intake is thought to help fight heart disease. Vegetarian organisations have to counter by noting that some nutritional benefits of eating oily fish can be gained from elsewhere. They recommend things like flaxseed oil and walnuts. VARIANTS Classic vegetarian: Eats no part of any dead... (BBC News -- UK)
Peak oil? Don't worry -- Obama's on the job Nov 6, 2009
Just to develop these "extra-heavy oil" deposits will require significant financial and energy investments and, as with Canadian oil sands, the environmental impact could be devastating. Nevertheless, successful development of these deposits could prove an economic bonanza for Venezuela. (Salon)
Hawaii renewable energy race sees a few projects drop out Nov 6, 2009
The company is working on an environmental impact statement for its wind farm, which would consist of up to 200 wind turbines on 12,800 acres owned by Castle & Cooke on the northwest part of the island. An environmental assessment for the project was completed in September 2008, noting that most of the generated power would be transmitted to Oahu via a planned undersea power cable that the state is developing. (Pacific Business News, HI)
Power line faces further enviro. study Nov 6, 2009
Now, it will undergo a larger study resulting in an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) ... It acknowledges the likelihood of serious negative environmental impacts along the currently proposed transmission route that require the highest degree of analysis, Wertz said in a statement. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Eco farm warriors Nov 5, 2009
The world's biggest retailer, Wal-Mart, is introducing an electronic indexing system to help determine the social and environmental impact of every product sold in its 7500 stores. McDonald's has begun using Rainforest Alliance certification for coffee sold in Europe and Australia (but not yet in the United States). (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Huge Australian Oil Spill Raises Questions Nov 5, 2009
It is bringing to light the possible environmental impact when offshore drilling goes wrong, as CBS News correspondent John Blackstone reports. With explosive gas spewing into the air and thousands of gallons of oil pouring into the water each day the spill began claiming sea snakes, birds and dolphins. (CBS News)
Petrominerales Records Net Income of US$26.2 Million in the Third Quarter Nov 5, 2009
In May, we received approval on the Environmental Impact Assessment from the Peruvian government relating to Block 126 in the Ucayali Basin of Peru. In conjunction with our joint venture partners, we have commenced the acquisition of 150 km2 of 3D seismic and 50 kilometres of 2D seismic, which is likely to be completed in late 2009, early 2010. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Letters to the editor (11/5/09) Nov 5, 2009
Much like an EIS, or Environmental Impact Statement, how about conducting a CIS, or Cultural Impact Statements, before allowing alcohol into ANY community. And more importantly, how about forcing alcohol manufacturers to pay for any social effects and consequences as a direct result of alcoholism within Alaska society. (Anchorage Daily News)
Desalination plant gets Coastal Commission O... Nov 4, 2009
Other challenges regard the permit issued by the San Diego Regional Water Quality Control Board and an amendment to the plant's environmental impact report, approved by the city of Carlsbad. MacLaggan said he didn't perceive any of those as succeeding, or preventing full-scale construction from starting early next year. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
It's Sai hybrid Nov 4, 2009
In designing the Sai, Toyota also employed its Eco-Vehicle Assessment System (Eco-VAS), an in-house system to comprehensively assess environmental impact ... All 10 speakers of the sound system (excluding the tweeters) contain bamboo fibre a material with minimal environmental impact for clear sound reproduction. (iAfrica.com)
Funding for top projects tops agenda for meeting Nov 4, 2009
The state funding is paying for an environmental impact statement and other permitting and engineering costs. Duffy said the environmental statement should be finished early next year. (Anchorage Daily News)
Speak up now on MSTI line routes Nov 4, 2009
Time is of the essence because the project consultant is working as quickly as possible to complete the Environmental Impact Statement, a comprehensive document which will identify the agencies' preferred route. The EIS was originally expected for release this fall, but now it won't be out until early next year because these new public land routes were added to the mix. (Montana Standard, MT)
Carnes explosion deaths ruled as accidents Nov 4, 2009
Inspectors with the Mississippi Oil and Gas Board were on-site Saturday to determine the environmental impact of the explosion. The board does not investigate or regulate safety hazards. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Africa: Continent Can Help Mitigate Climate Change [analysis] Nov 4, 2009
Comparing cumulative emissions, a better measure of environmental impact, Africa's estimated 26. 7 billion metric tons of emissions (1900-2004) were less than half the 55. (allAfrica.com)
