September 2009
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Colombia Temporarily Stops Exporting Natural Gas to Venezuela–Is There a Hidden Agenda?
Colombia has temporarily halted exports of natural gas to Venezuela citing that they have done so to complete some regular maintenance on their pipeline. But is there actually a hidden agenda?
Glenn Beck Tries to Muckrake on Climate Bill, Fails
Glenn Beck and other conservative telepundits are passing around a Treasury Department memo about cap-and-trade that has actually has nothing to do with the bill that was passed by the House.
What the Battle Over the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Tells Us about Public Opinion and Climate Change Legislation
A study about attitudes toward drilling for oil in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and persuasion sheds some light on how conservationists might influence public opinion in favor of climate change legislation.
Heinz Award Winners Announced, Focus on Environment
This week the Heinz Family Foundation announced the recipients of the 15th annual Heinz Awards. This top prize awards those dedicated to long term change for the good of humanity and leave an enduring and meaningful impact on their community.
Interior Dept. Launches Sweeping Climate Change Strategy
Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar today launched the first-ever department-wide strategy to address the current and future impacts of climate change on America’s land, water, ocean, fish, wildlife, and cultural resources.
