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Don’t Blame Canada - a Different Perspective on Tar

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Earth Island Journal - Apr '11 I’ve always been surprised that so many environmentalists, typically found on the political left, are such stalwart believers in the conservative doctrine of supply-side economics. Details here. PUBLISHER'S NOTE: Another view of the Alberta oil sands. Not mine! l.p.

La Via Campesina Opposes the Inclusion of Agriculture in Carbon Markets

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LA VIA CAMPESINA JAKARTA, 11 APR'11    www.photius.com   As the first session of climate negotiations for the year come to a close in Bangkok, Thailand, it is clear that the urgency of avoiding a climate disaster  and delivering climate justice remain unaddressed. Details here.  

Greens Call for Ban on Federal GMO Research

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Manitoba Co-Operator - Apr 10 '11 A ban on federal research into genetically engineered crops, eventual 100 per cent testing of slaughter cattle for BSE and reducing allowable pesticide residues in crops are on the federal Green Party's policy wish list. Details here. Elizabeth May, Leader, Green Party of Canada.

Climate Tipping Points | Allianz Knowledge

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Climate Tipping Points | Allianz Knowledge

Are Authorities "Coming Clean" Over Dolphin Deaths in the Gulf of Mexico? (Video)

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Watch video here: Courtesy of Newsy.com Please also read, Scientists link oil on Dolphins with BP Spill A "swim with dolphins" fun park in Mexico.

Climate Change Poses Major Risks for Unprepared Cities

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Scien ceDaily (Apr. 7, 2011)   Cities worldwide are failing to take necessary steps to protect residents from the likely impacts of climate change, even though billions of urban dwellers are vulnerable to heat waves, sea level rise and other changes associated with warming temperatures. Details here. Rio de Janiero, Brazil fotolive.org