Last year Canada approved limited usage of a genetically altered breed of pig which has been termed the "Enviropig". These animals have been genetically modified to excrete less phosphorous in their waste, in order to reduce water pollution due to runoff. Phosphorous is a critical element to
Posted bySteveon05.31.2011in@ Green Geek
For over 40 years now, Earth Day has been a day for both celebration and learning, to raise awareness of the issues our planet is facing from pollution, climate change, deforestation and species loss. Recycling, driving less, etc have been classic Earth Day suggestions, but here are 5 new things
Posted bySteveon04.22.2011in@ Green Geek, DIY Projects, Energy, Society
Recently I came across an article discussing the green merits of recycled paper vs. virgin paper produced from managed forests, but that raised the question of why we are still using trees for paper at all. Becky's post, over at Green Upgrader, asks "Is Recycled Paper the Greenest Option?" an
Posted bySteveon01.25.2011in@ Green Geek
2010 has seen a wide range of events that had far-reaching environmental impacts. Here's a brief look at a few of the things that happened in the past 12 months, both good and bad. The year started out on a low note, with the failure of the Copenhagen summit, and soon afterwards received anot
Posted bySteveon12.31.2010in@ Green Geek
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