WN: Photog Sees Beauty, Tragedy in Nature Nov 21, 2009
Prince Charles' organization aims to combat deforestation with incentives to keep the natural resources intact. "The idea is to create a fund to compensate the country that still holds the big chunks of tropical rain forest, so the forest is more valuable standing than logged," Beltra said. (ABC News)
Audible Dwelling by Learning Site opens November 24 Nov 21, 2009
Their collaborations examine intersections of natural resources, the environment, economic markets, forms of habitation, land rights, labor, and sustainability to reveal insight about conditions specific to a location. Embracing the unfamiliar and always open to experimentation, Learning Site works comfortably with unpredictable processes. (AbsoluteArts.com)
• Trail tales & trekking Nov 21, 2009
Dedicated hiking enthusiast Paul Emerson, who died in 2005, the book does more than give ideas for places to hike, it also shares knowledge of landmarks, viewpoints, trails or other natural resources worthy of protection, preservation and public access. It also acknowledges the deer, bears, Natives, prospectors and miners that pioneered Juneau's trails. (Juneau Empire)
Sustainable Farming May Help Maintain Healthy Climate Nov 21, 2009
To accomplish this, the authors acquired a varied set of soil samples with different sand, silt and clay compositions from the Natural Resources Conservation Service and tested them against numerous laser wavelength and energies. "We found that LIBS is a promising technique that provides a robust method for the sampling of soil carbon, relying solely on technology that can be taken to the field," Martin said. (Science Daily)
Aldermen Approve Water Rate Increase Nov 21, 2009
The increase, which has already been written into the 2010 budget will raise about $40,000 next year that will go to keep up with higher maintenance and engineering costs, including capital improvements at the water treatment facility that have been ordered by the Department of Natural Resources. In September of this year, aldermen approved an ordinance that increased the cost of new customer water deposits from $100 to $200. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
David Streeter, HHS Group Recognized as South Arkansas Earth Team Volunteers of Year Nov 21, 2009
The Hamburg USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Field Office staff assisted the students in proper care and planting of the transplanted seedlings ... "Mr. Streeter uses innovative teaching techniques to encourage students to learn. The hands-on approach helps students realize the importance of conserving our natural resources," said Bryan Hollis, Ashley County district conservationist. (Hamburg Ashley County Ledger, AR)
Japan visits freetown elementary (2) Nov 21, 2009
They get the kids up and moving, and keep them engaged in interactive learning, and their discussion about natural resources falls right in line with state standards. . (Brownstown Jackson County Banner, IN)
Pence Issues Challenge to Preserve the Real American Revolution Nov 21, 2009
"With the role of the federal government tightening every day on our economy, our finances, our natural resources, and our everyday lives, the common American values of life, liberty and limited government are being trampled by the urgency of the moment and the judgment of people who know better' than everyday Americans. "The late Jack Kemp said words in 1996 at the Republican National Convention that speak to our time about the politicians and the political elites here in Washington. He said:... (Human Events Online)
Libya: Country and UN Agency Enter Pact to Boost Food Security, Sustainable Development Nov 21, 2009
As part of the agreement signed in Rome today, FAO will provide technical assistance and support for 18 projects covering a range of areas, including pesticides management and the protection of natural resources, the development of seeds, the prevention and control of transboundary animal diseases, and sustainable water resource management. In addition, a Programme Management Unit will be set up to ensure the proper implementation, monitoring, coordination and evaluation of the programme, which... (allAfrica.com)
Sewer rates may increase 11 percent in Keokuk next year Nov 21, 2009
He also plans to go to Des Moines later to meet with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources to discuss a discharge permit to the Mississippi River in connection the Rand Park sewer separation project. Finally, Moughler suggested budgeting $125,000 to $150,000 per quarter next fiscal year to build sanitary sewer main extensions. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Consultative workshop on draft national policy in science and technology Nov 21, 2009
The 44-page draft policy identified issues concerning human resource promotion, natural resources science acculturation and information and communication technology. Professor Jerome Siau Djangmah, Former Chairman of West African Examination Council said the existing policy was adopted as a national document in 2000 but was not implemented. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Council set to approve promissory TIF notes Nov 21, 2009
Issuance of the letter to customers regarding the October test is a requirement of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources. It s believed the problem has since been rectified, and samples have improved. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Boat accident is man's second this year Nov 20, 2009
Hart told the state Department of Land and Natural Resources that he and two other people were sleeping in the boat while it was anchored off Waikiki ... Hart told the state Department of Land and Natural Resources that he and two other people were sleeping in the boat while it was anchored off Waikiki. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Dam removal: A model for the future? Nov 20, 2009
Greg Addington, executive director of Klamath Water Users Association, and Kirk Miller, deputy secretary and general counsel for California Natural Resources Agency, said they wouldn t be surprised if some groups see Klamath River dam removal as the beginning of a trend ... Kirk Miller, deputy secretary and general counsel for California Natural Resources Agency, said the state seriously considered the impact the loss of carbon-free power from the dams would have on people and the energy... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Democrats for Governor Discuss Environment at Forum Nov 20, 2009
State Senator Susan Bartlett said the best way to streamline the Act 250 process is to integrate the 40 or 50 permits the Agency of Natural Resources issues. "We have three things to protect - air, water, and the land - I don't think it takes 50 different permits that are overlapping and conflicting to deal with that," she said. (WCAX.com, VT)
Switzerland and the EUDefence Nov 20, 2009
Others are safeguarding Swiss economic interests, the worldwide promotion of human rights and good governance, and protection of the environment and natural resources. The most visible efforts are Swiss development aid projects, which are generally focused on the poorest nations, and are based on self-help. (SwissInfo.org, Switzerland)
Cal Expo board elects Albiani chairman Nov 20, 2009
He is chair of the California Bankers Association Agricultural Lending Committee and is commissioner of the U.S. President s Advisory Commission on Agriculture and Natural Resources. Most Read Stories. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
Public Meeting to Focus on Village Center Nov 20, 2009
Chalder also discussed the importance of preserving open space and natural resources, enhancing community character, guiding future housing development, business development and future extraterritorial jurisdiction areas, and supporting utility infrastructure, community facilities, and vehicular and alternative forms of transportation. In addition to oral comments, residents were asked to fill out a survey sheet. (The Pilot Newspaper)
Road around Eagle Butte complete Nov 20, 2009
Alpha Natural Resources, formerly Foundation Coal, has been in charge and funded the $15 million highway relocation. Alpha spokesman Steve Laird said although construction started in March, the company has been working on the project since 2005. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Should wind be taxed? Nov 20, 2009
The proposed tax works out to roughly a 5 percent tax on generation, Schiffer said, which would put the wind burden in the same range as severance taxes on natural resources, which are roughly 4 percent for gravel, 6 percent for trona, 6 percent for oil and gas, and 7 percent for coal. After rebates are paid, 10 percent of the wind tax revenues would be split among the counties based on how many wind turbines they have. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Africa: Food Security Now at Center of Global Development Agenda Nov 20, 2009
"Natural resources are finite," so economic diversification through development of the agricultural sector is critical to the long-term economic health of the nation, she said ... In his remarks, Panzo Domingos from Angola's ministry of agriculture reminded the audience that Angola, with 53 million hectares of forest, has tremendous natural resources that can be developed. (allAfrica.com)
Predator Beetle to Battle Hemlock Pest Nov 20, 2009
"It's important to reassure people, the release of this beetle is not haphazard," said Mark Whitmore, a Cornell forest entomologist in the Department of Natural Resources. "People have been studying L. nigrinus for a long time and have established that it will feed only on adelgids and successfully reproduce only on a diet of HWA.". (Science Daily)
DNR receives thousands of written comments on longer deer hunt Nov 20, 2009
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is evaluating more than 6,000 letters, e-mails and online comments submitted on a proposal to start the fall deer hunt a week earlier and extend it to 16 days ... The Natural Resources Board authorized hearings on a longer season, starting in 2010, as a new way to control the growth of the whitetail herd. (Menomonie Dunn County News, WI)
Council set to approve promissory TIF notes Nov 20, 2009
Issuance of the letter to customers regarding the October test is a requirement of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources. It s believed the problem has since been rectified, and samples have improved. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
California sets limits on energy-gulping TVs Nov 20, 2009
When fully implemented, California's standards will be the most stringent for new TVs in the world, said Noah Horowitz, a senior scientist for the Natural Resources Defense Council, an environmental group that backs the regulations. The rules require all new TVs sold in California to consume 33 percent less energy than current sets starting with the 2011 model year, and 50 percent less starting with 2013 models. (Scientific American)
Bobcat population in these parts up slightly (20) Nov 20, 2009
According to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, bobcats, more commonly found in southern Iowa, are making a comeback to the area ... MUSCATINE, Iowa The bobcat population in Muscatine County is growing slightly every year, according to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
More Bourne budget cuts will mean layoffs Nov 20, 2009
Guerino said the landfill budget has already been cut $2 million this year, while reductions in the Natural Resources Department would impact marina services and likely the revenue that flows from them. We re getting down to where it s going to hurt, Guerino said. (Upper Cape Codder, MA)
Wipro Infocrossing bags US mining deal Nov 20, 2009
BANGALORE: Wipro subsidiary Infocrossing signed a five-year deal with the US-based Cliffs Natural Resources Inc, an international mining and natural resources firm, to provide IT infrastructure services, the global software major said ... Wipro subsidiary Infocrossing signed a five-year deal with the US-based Cliffs Natural Resources Inc, an international mining and natural resources firm, to provide IT infrastructure services, the global software major said. (India Times, India)
California restricts energy-guzzling TV sets Nov 20, 2009
Noah Horowitz, a senior scientist with the Natural Resources Defense Council, said the television regulations will save enough energy to power the cities of Oakland and Anaheim for a year. The rules will have far-reaching economic benefits, as well, pumping billions of dollars back into the economy that would otherwise be spent on power bills, he said. (San Francisco Chronicle)
US stocks drop as recovery fears grow Nov 20, 2009
The US dollar's gain was another headwind for stocks as it pressured prices of natural resources like crude oil and gold, pushing down shares of companies such as Alcoa and US Steel Corp. The S&P materials index shed 1. 5 per cent as the US dollar index rose 0. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Bald Eagle Appreciation Days Jan. 16-17 to include eagle watching, seminars Nov 20, 2009
Personnel from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the Lee County Conservation Board, Iowa Department of Natural Resources and Illinois Department of Natural Resources will man the observation points to assist eagle watchers. Indoor activities will be held at the River City Mall, 300 Main St., and Holiday Inn Express, 325 Main St. The Tri-State Woodcarvers show at the Holiday Inn Express will have more than 40 tables of carvings for viewing and sale from carvers throughout the Midwest with carving... (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Ambani row: Centre to file affidavit Nov 20, 2009
Also on Thursday, Ram Jethmalani, the lawyer for Anil Ambanis Reliance Natural Resources (RNRL), began his arguments claiming that the Oil Ministry was colluding with Anils elder brother Mukesh, the chairman of Reliance Industries (RIL), to destroy the younger Ambani ... Mukul Rohatgi, another lawyer representing Reliance Natural Resources, however, told the court that the two disputes were interconnected as the price at which RNRL sought gas from the government $2 ... Mr... (India Times)
Meth labs abundant this hunting season Nov 20, 2009
"Due to a new law that bans sales of pseudoephedrine off the shelf, we have seen an extreme reduction in meth labs," says Rod Slings of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources' law enforcement bureau ... Natural resources and law enforcement officials use public-relations campaigns to warn about the dangers of meth gear ... "How can people abuse our natural resources like this?" asks Mark Johnson, the group's executive director. (Yahoo News -- Substance Use)
Breakdown by state of New Engalnd worker deaths Nov 20, 2009
Five of the 10 workers who died in Vermont were employed in natural resources and mining. Nine of the 10 were males and nine of the 10 were of white, non-Hispanic descent. (Concord Monitor)
India must protect civilians -- HRW Nov 20, 2009
A key factor in the dispute is access to natural resources, particularly huge mineral deposits in many of the states suffering conflict. The Naxalites operate in nearly 200 of India's 600 districts and recruit local villagers to support the combatants, leaving the villagers vulnerable to arrest and torture by government forces. (AlertNet)
11 ask for Community Preservation funds Nov 20, 2009
The Natural Resources Commission is seeking $60,000 for a footbridge over the Mill Brook, which would connect two town-owned spaces on either side of the brook. NRC is also involved in two requests to fund pond management plans, which would assist in preserving White and Warner s ponds and would help guide future projects at those locations. (Concord Journal, MA)
Africa: Winners and Losers In Corruption Stakes Nov 20, 2009
Despite the wealth in natural resources enjoyed by Angola, the DR Congo, Guinea, Chad and Sudan, the survey said, these countries have not been able to translate their wealth into sustainable poverty-reduction programmes ... Unless stopped, China and to some degree India, will use corruption to steal your agricultural land and natural resources. (allAfrica.com)
For 30 years Reed Dam has provided drinking water, recreation for Boerne Nov 20, 2009
To that end Congress passed flood control acts in 1936, 1944 and 1954 and assigned responsibility for implementation of what is known as the Watershed Protection and Flood Prevention Program to the U.S. Department of Agricultures Soil Conservation Service, which is now called the Natural Resources Conservation Service. Since that time, NRCS has assisted watershed sponsors in construction of nearly 2,000 floodwater retarding structures in 145 watershed projects across Texas. (Boerne Star, TX)
Roxbury Moving Forward With New Plan for Growth Nov 20, 2009
The commission determined that the town still wishes to protect its rural character, neighborhoods, natural resources and open space resources; sustain environmental quality and promote energy efficiency; maintain local capabilities, and provide cost-effective municipal services. With that in mind, six issues were identified as priorities for maintaining these themes, followed by 16 pages of outlined "strategies and action tasks" to better address these priorities. (Litchfield County Times, CT)
Kentucky gets $1.3M for green jobs Nov 20, 2009
The group will examine industries that focus on energy usage, lowering carbon emissions and protecting natural resources, according to a news release. As we emerge from the current economic recession, it is more important than ever that our work force is positioned for jobs in the new green economy, Education and Workforce Development Cabinet secretary Helen Mountjoy said in the release. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Get more: Illinois News Nov 20, 2009
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is urging hunters to make safety their first priority as the state's deer season begins this week. Tags. (WLS, IL)
Wis. Great Lakes ballast regs set for Feb. Nov 20, 2009
By the end of next year, the Department of Natural Resources will decide if commercial treatment technology is available to enable oceangoing ships to meet limits on living organisms in discharged ballast water. If the technology is available, those ships would have to meet limits 100 times more restrictive than the International Maritime Organization's standards. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Medvedev urges change to economy Nov 20, 2009
Medvedev's criticism of the stock market's, and the economy's, reliance on natural resources is bound up with his criticisms of the endemic corruption in the country. At the same time, it is worth mentioning that domestic industry and transportation structures are still based on assets inherited from the Soviet period, which are not known for their energy efficiency. (Asia Times Online)
Technology aims to solve ag issues Nov 20, 2009
The plans have cut ag emissions by 35 tons a day, according to Johnnie Siliznoff of the Natural Resources Conservation Service. "There's a lot to be said for that," Siliznoff said. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Calif. requires TVs to be more energy-efficient Nov 20, 2009
"Once again, California is leading the way, and we hope others will follow," said Noah Horowitz, senior scientist at the Natural Resources Defense Council. The commission estimates that TVs account for about 10 percent of a home's electricity use. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Aldermen Approve Water Rate Increase Nov 20, 2009
The increase, which has already been written into the 2010 budget will raise about $40,000 next year that will go to keep up with higher maintenance and engineering costs, including capital improvements at the water treatment facility that have been ordered by the Department of Natural Resources. In September of this year, aldermen approved an ordinance that increased the cost of new customer water deposits from $100 to $200. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Power Plant Officials Discuss Landfill Proposal Nov 20, 2009
Peter Price with the Missouri Department of Natural Resources was in attendance. Price said the facility still has yet to be designed but it will be required to have a minimum of three down-gradient groundwater monitoring wells. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Hearing For Warrenton Oil Fire Delayed Nov 20, 2009
The Baker Family Company and Warrenton Oil Company appealed that decision to the Missouri Department of Natural Resources (DNR). After reviewing the matter the state agency reduced that amount to $56,275. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Sonar Used Before Whales Hit Shore Nov 20, 2009
"Every time the Navy changes its story, it reduces its credibility on this issue," said Cara Horowitz, a lawyer with the Natural Resources Defense Council, which has sued the Navy over a related sonar issue. "The Navy would be better off spending more time developing commonsense ways to protect whales from sonar and less time denying a connection that is unfortunately been repeatedly shown.". (Yahoo News -- Whales and Dolphins)
5 nuggets of knowledge about cougars Nov 20, 2009
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced Nov. 4 cougars are, in fact, present in Michigan s Upper Peninsula following confirmed tracks and a photo of the elusive animal. Two sets of tracks in DeTour and Gulliver were proven by DNR employees to be those of cougars, and a photo taken Oct. 22 by a motion-activated trail camera captured an adult cougar walking across a food plot, its eyes aglow in the camera s flash. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
DNR may be listening to concerns about smaller deer herd Nov 20, 2009
Game managers with the state Department of Natural Resources aren t contending with a big-eyed cartoon fawn this year, but they are facing a daunting challenge of their own convincing a skeptical hunting public that the agency s deer population estimates are correct ... It recommended that the Natural Resources Board suspend use of earn-a-buck, one of the agency s most important herd reduction tools ... John Welter, a member of the Natural Resources Board, voted against suspending use of... (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Work to begin on North Shore Trail link Nov 20, 2009
5 million from earlier federal earmarks, $500,000 from the state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and $100,000 allocated by state Sen. Jim Ferlo, D-Highland Park. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Lamb: Little one bags big one Nov 20, 2009
Wisconsin hunters previously had to be at least 12 years old and pass a Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources hunter safety course before hunting. That changed this fall and Austin couldn t be happier. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
UW System drops consultant in UW-Milwaukee research dispute Nov 20, 2009
The conflict centered on funding for a Madison-based freshwater research consultant, Jeff Smoller, who is on leave from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Smoller serves on The Daily Cardinal Board of Directors. (The Digital Cardinal, WI)
Road around Eagle Butte complete Nov 19, 2009
Alpha Natural Resources, formerly Foundation Coal, has been in charge and funded the $15 million highway relocation. Alpha spokesman Steve Laird said although construction started in March, the company has been working on the project since 2005. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
5 nuggets of knowledge about cougars Nov 19, 2009
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced Nov. 4 cougars are, in fact, present in Michigan s Upper Peninsula following confirmed tracks and a photo of the elusive animal. Two sets of tracks in DeTour and Gulliver were proven by DNR employees to be those of cougars, and a photo taken Oct. 22 by a motion-activated trail camera captured an adult cougar walking across a food plot, its eyes aglow in the camera s flash. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
3M donates almost $10,000 to city Nov 19, 2009
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources Water Trails and Keepers of the Land programs supports the volunteer-driven, river cleanup program named Streamkeepers. The Streamkeepers program provides educational materials, organizational support, and outreach for river clean-up efforts. (Forest City Summit, IO)
Aldermen Approve Water Rate Increase Nov 19, 2009
The increase, which has already been written into the 2010 budget will raise about $40,000 next year that will go to keep up with higher maintenance and engineering costs, including capital improvements at the water treatment facility that have been ordered by the Department of Natural Resources. In September of this year, aldermen approved an ordinance that increased the cost of new customer water deposits from $100 to $200. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
China: Self-Centered on the World's Center Stage Nov 19, 2009
While China has vastly expanded trade ties and investments in Africa, Central Asia and South America, its foremost goal is to ensure its access to natural resources. In Afghanistan, China's $3 billion copper-mine investment is the country's largest single investment, but the stability of the war-torn region didn't merit a mention in Hu's 20-minute address. (Time.com)
Ex-Easley operative at federal courthouse in NC Nov 19, 2009
Subpoenas also were issued to six current or former officials of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources to appear starting Wednesday before the grand jury, which has been hearing testimony for months in a wide-ranging probe of activities involving Easley and his wife. No one has been charged with wrongdoing by federal authorities. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Sonar Used Before Whales Hit Shore Nov 19, 2009
"Every time the Navy changes its story, it reduces its credibility on this issue," said Cara Horowitz, a lawyer with the Natural Resources Defense Council, which has sued the Navy over a related sonar issue. "The Navy would be better off spending more time developing commonsense ways to protect whales from sonar and less time denying a connection that is unfortunately been repeatedly shown.". (Yahoo News -- Whales and Dolphins)
* Obama-Hu statement on climate gains approval Nov 19, 2009
It is important to put things in perspective and realize just how far weve come in one year, particularly that both the US and China have elevated cooperation on climate change to the very highest levels of government, Barbara Finamore, China program director for the Natural Resources Defense Council, said in a statement yesterday. The US still has not committed to figures for its own emissions reductions or financing, with negotiators waiting until Congress completes domestic climate... (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
Should wind be taxed? Nov 19, 2009
The proposed tax works out to roughly a 5 percent tax on generation, Schiffer said, which would put the wind burden in the same range as severance taxes on natural resources, which are roughly 4 percent for gravel, 6 percent for trona, 6 percent for oil and gas, and 7 percent for coal. After rebates are paid, 10 percent of the wind tax revenues would be split among the counties based on how many wind turbines they have. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
DNR receives thousands of written comments on longer deer hunt Nov 19, 2009
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is evaluating more than 6,000 letters, e-mails and online comments submitted on a proposal to start the fall deer hunt a week earlier and extend it to 16 days ... The Natural Resources Board authorized hearings on a longer season, starting in 2010, as a new way to control the growth of the whitetail herd. (Menomonie Dunn County News, WI)
Lamb: Little one bags big one Nov 19, 2009
Wisconsin hunters previously had to be at least 12 years old and pass a Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources hunter safety course before hunting. That changed this fall and Austin couldn t be happier. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
