Large Dead Zone Forming in the Gulf

Atchafalaya delta

Ocean experts had predicted a large “dead zone” area in the Gulf of Mexico this year, and according to the results from a Texas A&M University researcher just back from studying the region, those predictions appear to be right on target.

Los Angeles Bans Free Plastic Bags In Grocery Stores

Los Angeles became the biggest city in the country to ban free plastic bags in grocery stores following a city council vote. Under the law, shoppers will have to tote their own bags, or pay 10 cents each for paper bags.

Norway Opens Arctic Border Area To Oil Drilling

Norway’s Parliament has opened up a new area on the fringe of the Arctic Ocean to offshore oil drilling despite protests from opponents who fear catastrophic oil spills in the remote and icy region.

China Leads The Waste Recycling League

With the world’s population and consumption increasing, the waste heap is growing. More than 4bn tonnes of waste (municipal, industrial and hazardous) is generated annually worldwide. Where does it all go?