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WBIR.com Knoxville, TN Hummingbirds making way back to Tennessee
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Sunday, February 28, 2010
Live Green at Heart | Knoxville, TN | An East TN Guide to Greener Living
This Company supplied many jobs for many years. It also messed up one of the most beautiful Ecosystems there are! All these years of Photography-who knew I was helping to poison what I was photographing? Another example of Corporate irresponsibilty. Having visions of Exxon Valdez here......just keep throwing money at it, it might 'go away'.
Live Green at Heart Knoxville, TN An East TN Guide to Greener Living: "Tenn. opens settlement talks to chemical company
The Associated Press Updated: 2/28/2010 5:32:08 PM Posted: 2/28/2010 1:20:46 PM
Tennessee's top environmental officials are offering Eastman Chemical Co. a role in finalizing the punishment of the company for water quality violations in 2008 and 2009.
The move comes as the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation waits on the federal Environmental Protection Agency to approve a draft enforcement order.
The Johnson City Press reports that instead of a unilateral 'Director's Order' or 'Commissioner's Order' from TDEC, if Eastman Chemical accepts the offer could respond to a 'Consent Order.'
The department's spokeswoman, Meg Lockhart, said the change in approach involved the potential time and legal fees costs of an appeals process, which won't happen if an agreed order is reached.
If Eastman Chemical rejects the offer, the company then has 30 days to appeal an enforcement order."
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Live Green at Heart Knoxville, TN An East TN Guide to Greener Living: "Tenn. opens settlement talks to chemical company
The Associated Press Updated: 2/28/2010 5:32:08 PM Posted: 2/28/2010 1:20:46 PM
Tennessee's top environmental officials are offering Eastman Chemical Co. a role in finalizing the punishment of the company for water quality violations in 2008 and 2009.
The move comes as the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation waits on the federal Environmental Protection Agency to approve a draft enforcement order.
The Johnson City Press reports that instead of a unilateral 'Director's Order' or 'Commissioner's Order' from TDEC, if Eastman Chemical accepts the offer could respond to a 'Consent Order.'
The department's spokeswoman, Meg Lockhart, said the change in approach involved the potential time and legal fees costs of an appeals process, which won't happen if an agreed order is reached.
If Eastman Chemical rejects the offer, the company then has 30 days to appeal an enforcement order."
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For those of you with some time indoors, here's MY recommended read Books:
Wandering About Nature Today-Here are 2 great books I recommend for those who like to read, or may be spending more time than usual indoors due to weather!
1. ORCA The Whale Called Killer, By Erich Holt
This is an insightful study of Orcas and their complex social system. The author becomes very familiar with the Pods as they return every year, and knows each individual, their social standing and their personalities. It is one of the unique long term studies that shines a light on these misunderstood animals. The study takes place near Vancover-in the Johnstone Strait and surrounding area. Also contains statistical information.
2. Winter World, The Ingenuity of Animal Survival, By Bernd Heinrich
A great indepth study of how some animals survive most of the winter literally barely clinging to a thread, while others under the same conditions do not make it. The study takes place in the New England region where winter is both unrelenting, and unforgiving.
1. ORCA The Whale Called Killer, By Erich Holt
This is an insightful study of Orcas and their complex social system. The author becomes very familiar with the Pods as they return every year, and knows each individual, their social standing and their personalities. It is one of the unique long term studies that shines a light on these misunderstood animals. The study takes place near Vancover-in the Johnstone Strait and surrounding area. Also contains statistical information.
2. Winter World, The Ingenuity of Animal Survival, By Bernd Heinrich
A great indepth study of how some animals survive most of the winter literally barely clinging to a thread, while others under the same conditions do not make it. The study takes place in the New England region where winter is both unrelenting, and unforgiving.
Saturday, February 27, 2010
Friday, February 26, 2010
Here's a Chance to get involved! Waterway cleanup needs volunteers! A good Networking Activity too!
Wandering About Nature Today-Coral Springs Florida The 33rd Annual Broward Waterway Cleanup will take place in Coral Springs at Riverside Park, 205 Coral Ridge Drive, on Saturday, March 6 from 9 a.m. to noon. Students will receive service hours. For more information, visit waterwaycleaup.org, or call 954-524-2733.
Thursday, February 25, 2010
Live Green at Heart | Knoxville, TN | An East TN Guide to Greener Living
EPA To Spend 2.2 Billion Dollars To Protect Great Lakes
Live Green at Heart Knoxville, TN An East TN Guide to Greener Living
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Live Green at Heart Knoxville, TN An East TN Guide to Greener Living
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Live Green at Heart | Knoxville, TN | An East TN Guide to Greener Living
Bio-degradable Plastic Bottles
Live Green at Heart Knoxville, TN An East TN Guide to Greener Living
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Live Green at Heart Knoxville, TN An East TN Guide to Greener Living
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Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Australia threatens Japan over whaling program - Science- msnbc.com
You know-How many other countrys on this Planet have to strongly persist, or insist that this is NOT acceptable, and NEVER will be!! Good on ya Austrailia!
Australia threatens Japan over whaling program - Science- msnbc.com
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Australia threatens Japan over whaling program - Science- msnbc.com
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Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Eco-Brand Confusion (Video News) : Planet Green
What is REALLY Green for the Consumer?
Eco-Brand Confusion (Video News) : Planet Green
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Eco-Brand Confusion (Video News) : Planet Green
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BBC News - Sat-nav systems under increasing threat from 'jammers'
Until the magnetic field completely disappears...a compass is still a good peice of 'technology'! For those of you that are compass challanged-The sun rises in the east..sets in the west!!
BBC News - Sat-nav systems under increasing threat from 'jammers'
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BBC News - Sat-nav systems under increasing threat from 'jammers'
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Monday, February 22, 2010
Saturday, February 20, 2010
Encyclopedia of Life
If you LOVE Nature, and are also handy with a Camera, this site is AMAZING!! Even if your not a photographer-these Pics are a MUST SEE!! Check them out! This is THE new Encyclopedia of LIFE on Earth, with contributors from ALL walks of Life!! You can add yours! the easiest way I have found is Flicker, then tag them EOL and add to EOL group!
Encyclopedia of Life
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Encyclopedia of Life
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Introduction to the International Year of Biodiversity
2010 IS the year to Celebrate and Embrace Biodiversity, Learn more, log-on to the Website and find out what the World is doing-and WHAT you can do!!
Introduction to the International Year of Biodiversity
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Introduction to the International Year of Biodiversity
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Friday, February 19, 2010
Gumbo Limbo Sea Turtle Day March 13, 2010 Open To Public
Dear Friends,
Sea Turtle Day
Join us for our Fifth Annual Sea Turtle Day on Saturday, March 13, 10 am - 4 pm. Celebrate sea turtles, marine life, and our oceans as well as our terrestrial species and habitats in a fun-filled family day of environmental education. All species and habitats are interconnected; learn what conservation actions you can take in your daily life to help make our world a better, cleaner place to live. This year we will focus on responsible fishing. For information, visit our website. No reservations required. Donations suggested. Open to all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult
The Morning Show on CBS Channel 12
Please tune in to CBS Channel 12 on Sunday, February 21 from 6-9 AM. We will be broadcasting live from Gumbo Limbo Nature Center with updates about our sea turtle residents every half hour.
Click here to visit us online.
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Sea Turtle Day
Join us for our Fifth Annual Sea Turtle Day on Saturday, March 13, 10 am - 4 pm. Celebrate sea turtles, marine life, and our oceans as well as our terrestrial species and habitats in a fun-filled family day of environmental education. All species and habitats are interconnected; learn what conservation actions you can take in your daily life to help make our world a better, cleaner place to live. This year we will focus on responsible fishing. For information, visit our website. No reservations required. Donations suggested. Open to all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult
The Morning Show on CBS Channel 12
Please tune in to CBS Channel 12 on Sunday, February 21 from 6-9 AM. We will be broadcasting live from Gumbo Limbo Nature Center with updates about our sea turtle residents every half hour.
Click here to visit us online.
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Thursday, February 18, 2010
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Monday, February 15, 2010
BBC News - Airlift restores Brecon Beacons hill to former glory
BBC News - Airlift restores Brecon Beacons hill to former glory
The Heather being airlifted, will help restore and firm up the hillsides, and the former Ecosystem in place prior to the wildfires.
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The Heather being airlifted, will help restore and firm up the hillsides, and the former Ecosystem in place prior to the wildfires.
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Sunday, February 14, 2010
Saturday, February 13, 2010
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Eagle Cam - NatureWatch
Eagle Cam - NatureWatch
Watch the Eaglets grow! Many Raptors are nesting this time of year! Some start as early as late December!
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Watch the Eaglets grow! Many Raptors are nesting this time of year! Some start as early as late December!
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Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Invasion of venomous lionfish menaces Florida Keys - South Florida Sun-Sentinel.com
Invasion of venomous lionfish menaces Florida Keys - South Florida Sun-Sentinel.com
For those of us who hike rough terrain regularly, you know from experience, keep your legs or 'stirke zone' covered to prevent as best you can the bite of a snake, however, this invasive species makes you rethink sun screen for a full body wet suits! SERIOUSLY-This is a DANGEROUS animal!
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For those of us who hike rough terrain regularly, you know from experience, keep your legs or 'stirke zone' covered to prevent as best you can the bite of a snake, however, this invasive species makes you rethink sun screen for a full body wet suits! SERIOUSLY-This is a DANGEROUS animal!
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Monday, February 8, 2010
Sunday, February 7, 2010
BBC - Earth News - Wild sloth killed by small spectacled owl in Panama
Now-This is INTERESTING!!
BBC - Earth News - Wild sloth killed by small spectacled owl in Panama
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BBC - Earth News - Wild sloth killed by small spectacled owl in Panama
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Saturday, February 6, 2010
Sea Turtle Status Update
Good News! Dr. Kirt Rusenko told me during my interview this week for upcoming UTalkNews show, that there were approximately 5000 (THOUSAND) Sea Turtles affected by the recent cold snap. Of the 175 brought into his facility, there were only 8 fatalities! There are about 7 remaining to be released. Dr. Rusenko-Thank-you fo...r your time, expertise, and your passion for our Turtles, I know they are in the best hands!See More
Wandering About Nature Today-Sea Turtle Status Update
Wandering About Nature Today-Sea Turtle Status Update
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
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