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Bluefin Tuna On The Edge Of Extinction Due To Overfishing
Overfishing of bluefin tuna, in conjunction with an inept agency commissioned to protect them, is rapidly driving the species toward extinction with as much as 90% of the population already gone.
350: The Most Important Number For The Planet
Tomorrow is the international day of climate action where thousands of demonstrations will be taking place in over 177 countries across the globe, all to raise awareness about a single number; 350. It’s the most important number the Earth will ever know.
Australian Dust Storm Causes Boom In Aquatic Life – And Researchers’ Fertilization Plans
The Australian dust storm of September 23rd has created a boom of aquatic life in the Tasman Sea that has some researchers championing plans to artificially fertilize the ocean. But in their zeal, have they not done their due diligence or even referenced our recent history?
Tidal-Energy Project Set To Power San Francisco; At Quite The Premium Price
In its quest to become one of the greenest cities in the world, San Francisco is now turning to the power of the ocean for yet another clean renewable energy source. But the cost of the project is causing many in both fiscal and environmental circles to ask if the expense is worth the return.
Ecuador Attempts To ‘Green’ Its Presence In The Galapagos
The Ecuadorian government is making moves to ‘be more green’ in the Galapagos; which was already one of the greenest place on Earth…until we found it.
Pacific Gyre Plastic Island As Bad As We Thought
Unfortunately, a recent scientific voyage to one of the world’s largest (and unintentional) plastic garbage dumps in the Pacific Gyre has confirmed fears that the plastic pollution is extremely pervasive and massive.
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Scottish Island To Be Entirely Powered By Tides
ScottishPower is planning a 10MW tidal energy project that will supply all the electricity for one of Scotland’s most famous islands; Islay.
Plastic Decomposes Rapidly In The Ocean Leaving Dangerous Chemicals Behind
A new study just released found that plastic in the oceans can decompose in as little as a year, leaching chemical compounds into the water that may harm the health of animals and possibly even people. Think about that next time you take home 20 plastic bags from the store.
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Japan’s Annual Dolphin Killing Set To Start Again In 2 Weeks.
For all of its technological advances, Japan still has one foot firmly planted in truly archaic, brutal, unnecessary, and barbaric traditions. Along with the country’s continued whaling efforts, the Japanese city of Taiji engages in a ritualistic culling of hundreds of dolphins every year. The new film The Cove explores the concerted effort to keep [...]
FishChoice Links Commercial Seafood Buyers With Sustainable Suppliers
Ever wondered why more restaurants don’t offer more sustainable seafood choices? It may be because their seafood buyers have no clue where to go for certifiably sustainable seafood. FishChoice aims to change that.
