GENEVA–(ENEWSPF)–18 January 2012.  The United Nations is urging that seismic threats be taken seriously as it published new data today showing that major earthquakes claimed thousands of lives and affected millions of people in both 2010 and 2011. The new statistics published by the UN International Strategy for Disaster Reduction[Read More…]

MAINE:–(ENEWSPF)–January 18, 2012. Here’s a breakdown of various products available for use, with a review of whether or not they’ll harm your landscape: http://www.safelawns.org/blog/index.php/2011/01/calcium-based-ice-melt-is-safer-for-lawns/ ROCK SALT — This is among the cheapest of the products that actually melt the ice, but it’s also among the most harsh things you can[Read More…]

For a large range of practically useful cases, MIT researchers find a way to increase the speed of one of the most important algorithms in the information sciences. CAMBRIDGE, Mass.–(ENEWSPF)–January 18, 2012. The Fourier transform is one of the most fundamental concepts in the information sciences. It’s a method for representing[Read More…]

NRDC, Oil Change International: Oil Dependence Raises New Security Concerns WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–January 18, 2012.  The proposed Keystone XL tar sands pipeline would increase oil prices for American consumers in the Midwest while adding to the profits of Canadian oil companies, according to a new study released today by the Natural Resources[Read More…]

Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–January 18, 2012.  Given the persistent wariness of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in Europe, Germany’s BASF will stop developing new products targeting the European market. The group announced on January 16 that it plans to refocus its activities in the sector on more receptive regions. Unfortunately, this means BASF[Read More…]

CHAPEL HILL, N.C.–(ENEWSPF)–January 17, 2012. Conservation groups today announced a settlement with Duke Energy that will cut pollution by phasing out over 1600 mega watts of dirty, old coal-fired power while still meeting customers’ energy needs. The groups reached settlement in an administrative challenge to the state-issued air pollution permit[Read More…]

Federal Lands in 24 States and the District of Columbia Use Funds to Enhance Transportation Choices for a cleaner, ‘greener’ visitor experience WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–January 17, 2012. U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood today announced $40.8 million for 58 projects that will provide safe, convenient access for visitors to America’s national parks, forests[Read More…]

MAINE–(ENEWSPF)–January 17, 2012. One of the nation’s best educational opportunities for professionals and homeowners is coming to the Midwest in late March. Titled the “Lawn & Landscape Summit: Chicago 2012,” the event will bring together two leading golf course superintendents, along with a renowned arborist and several of the most[Read More…]

EU–(ENEWSPF)–17 January 2012   Stunning new Herschel and XMM-Newton image The Eagle Nebula as never seen before. In 1995, the Hubble Space Telescope’s ‘Pillars of Creation’ image of the Eagle Nebula became one of the most iconic images of the 20th century. Now, two of ESA’s orbiting observatories have shed new[Read More…]

Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–January 17, 2011.  The Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF) Board of Directors announced last week that it will invest $50,640 in four new grants to improve the success of organic farmers. The projects include helping organic growers to increase yields while decreasing nitrogen and impacts on surrounding waterways, preventing[Read More…]