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News Selection Nov. 2, 2007

By greenexpander ⋅ November 2, 2007 ⋅  Email This Post ⋅  Print This Post ⋅ Post a comment

According to Clinton, “Green” economy offers great rewards - source

In his speech at the U.S. Conference of Mayors’ Climate Protection Summit, Clinton said initiatives to combat global warming would create jobs and boost wages. “In my view for the United States, it is the greatest economic opportunity we’ve had since we mobilized for World War Two,” the ex-president said.

Concerns about the environment leads to less energy and water usage - source

Soaring energy costs and increased concern about the environment are spurring builders to step up building homes that use less energy and water. “Green building certainly is becoming more mainstream within the affordable housing community,” said Ted Bardacke, senior program associate with Global Green USA.

Red Pandas Showing Love (video) - source

Two kissing red pandas are the main attraction at a zoo in Japan.

Over 60% of freshwater fish species in Europe face extinction - source

Twelve species are already extinct following a century of development which has had a devastating impact, a recent scientific study concluded. “With 200 fish species in Europe facing a high risk of going extinct, we must act now to avoid a tragedy,” said William Darwall, senior program officer at IUCN’s species program.

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