Demand for Fresh Water Causing Oceans to Rise Faster Than Melting Glaciers

May 22, 2012 No Comments by

A study published in Nature Geoscience concluded that the global demand for fresh water is contributing to the oceans’ rise faster than global warming’s impact on melting glaciers.

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WTO Rules Against Dolphin Safe Tuna Labels

May 17, 2012 No Comments by

On Wednesday the World Trade Organization ruled against the sale of cans labeled “dolphin safe” tuna, saying that the practice discriminated against Mexican fishermen.

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Soaring Vertical Gardens Scour Mexico City’s Air

Apr 11, 2012 No Comments by

VERDMX has built three vertical gardens that tower over some of Mexico City’s busiest traffic spots, including Chapultepec Avenue.

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Mexico City’s Largest Landfill Closes, Creating Jobs & Energy

Jan 04, 2012 1 Comment by

Mity last month shut down its Bordo Poniente landfill, the huge largest garbage collection site that over time became a 927 acre heap of trash.

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Organic Food Production a Mixed Blessing in Latin America

Jan 01, 2012 1 Comment by

From Baja California to southern Chile, massive farming projects have enriched the lives of few while allowing millions of westerners to feel better about themselves by eating healthy “organic” food.

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Mexican Farmers Win Economic Opportunities And Create Healthier Supply Chains

Nov 28, 2011 No Comments by

PepsiCo, has committed to purchasing sunflower oil sourced from farmers in Mexico. The arrangement will also lead to its snack food products becoming more healthier for its customers.

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In One Picture: Why Maine Rules Autumn

Oct 04, 2011 No Comments by

The scenery along Maine State Routes 2 and 17 from Farmington to the New Hampshire border was breathtaking. Fall in Maine must not be missed.

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GHG Protocol: The Gold Standard For Accounting For Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Oct 04, 2011 No Comments by

Today the GHG Protocol launches two new global greenhouse gas accounting standards – for corporate value chains (scope 3)and product life cycle emissions.

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