ScienceDaily (Feb. 25, 2011) — Studies by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) scientists have confirmed, in some parts of North America, including Saskatchewan, ragweed season now lasts longer. The pollen contributes to the development of Hay Fever, especially in children. Full story here.
Rachel Shulman EatDrinkBetter Feb 25 '11 New evidence suggests that climate change is already putting the safety of our food at risk, and that things are only going to get worse. Full story here. "Mutant" strawberries. l.p. photo
Environmental Defence Feb 24 '11 We held a contest for the best letter to new Environment Minister Peter Kent on ethics and tar sands. Here are the winners and some other favourites. You can still take action by sending a letter to Minister Kent here.
Edmonton Journal February 22, 2011 A report in the scientific journal Nature has for the first time linked a specific weather event to human induced climate change. Read more here.
By Seth Borenstein, The Associated Press | The Canadian Press – Sat, 19 Feb '11 WASHINGTON - Oil from the BP spill remains stuck on the bottom of the Gulf of Mexico, according to a top scientist's video and slides that she says demonstrate the oil isn't degrading as hoped and has decimated life on parts of the sea floor. Full story here. It all began early last year when the rig, Deepwater Horizon, (above), exploded.
DESMOGBLOG - 14 February '11 EDITOR'S NOTE: Once again, a despicable, soulless corporation. made possible through despicable, soulless investors, pits itself against ordinary people. WILL WE LET IT WIN? l.p. Read full story here.