Ecosystems


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10 Weeds That Aren't Safe for Your Salad

The Weed Science Society of America has assembled a rogue's gallery of especially dangerous plants that are not edible.

National Aquarium Initiates Damage Assessment for Sarasota Bay

The aquarium, Mote Marine Laboratory and Johns Hopkins University will document the state of natural resources before and possible damages after the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, should it reach the bay.

Committee OKs Full Parks Funding from Oil and Gas Drilling Leases

The National Recreation and Park Association celebrated the vote of the House Natural Resources Committee.

Ukraine Milk Company Powered by 4,000 Cows and Biogas Engine

A green tariff will allow the company to sell its power to the grid.

NOAA Finds PM and Black Carbon in Air near Gulf Spill

Three different federal agencies are monitoring air quality in and around the spill for the environment and worker health.

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NSF Grant Will Bring BlueInGreen Oxygen Technology to Gulf

SDOX, which was developed using National Science Foundation funds, supports bioremediation and will help in restoring Gulf of Mexico habitats.

FDA Joins Other Feds on Tox21 Collaboration

Now, research, funding and testing tools from the Food and Drug Administration will be added to those of EPA, NTP and NCGC to improve chemical impacts testing.

Scientists Test Dispersants, Say Unlikely to Be Endocrine Disruptors

EPA and NIH scientist used rapid screening method to determine whether the oil dispersants used in the Gulf of Mexico and others could harm marine life.



ABC Report: Many Gulf Spill Cleanup Efforts Harming Birds

New report from the American Bird Conservancy offers recommendations; Fish & Wildlife Service seeks public help to ensure health of migratory birds.

Sembcorp to Expand Desalination Capacity in UAE

The new facility, to be operational before the end of 2013, will add about 30 million imperial gallons per day of water production capacity.

NRDC: In 40 Years Water Demand to Exceed Supply in 14 States

A Tetra Tech analysis found that the Great Plains and the Southwest are at extreme risk for water sustainability.

New Bedford Gets $1 M for Shore-side Power Electrification Project

Two New Bedford Harbor fishing piers will install marine power pedestals that will provide electricity to vessels, eliminating the need to idle diesel engines and thereby lower emissions of particulate matter and other gases.

Dr. Goose Advises a Multi-faceted Approach to Get Rid of Pests

Phil Whitford, aka Dr. Goose, offers expert advice to all - from homeowners and park districts to airports.

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Commentary: Beyond Petroleum Case Makes Pitfalls of Greenwashing Crystal Clear

Professors' study suggests Environmental Management Systems would be more productive in creating corporate transparency.

Agencies Affirm Salt Ponds Are Part of San Francisco Bay

Water Board, U.S. Army Corps, EPA echo concern raised by other groups about potential development in Redwood City.

Navy Seeks Input on Ocean Training, Testing Activities

The military branch is preparing an environmental impact statement related to its fleet activities in the Atlantic ocean.

Coalition Releases Annual Clean Beaches List

Gulf oil spill has devastating effect on qualifying coasts in Mississippi and Alabama.

Oil Decontamination System Ready to Clean Watercraft, Vehicles

Hydro Engineering's portable, modular wash rack collects wastewater and oil.

EPA Region 5 Awards Education Grants

The $190,000 in grants will be used to further education and training for sustainable gardening, hazardous household waste disposal, carbon sequestration, and watershed protection.

How Do You Define Sustainability?

A Michigan-based ecologist and ethicist examine the definition and possible interpretations of sustainability.