Tree Leaves Fight Pollution

Posted on October 21, 2010 by rberkowitz

beech leafEnvironmental organizations keep reminding us that we need to reduce pollution and greenhouse gases. But plants are already doing their part.  Read more at Science…

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ScienceShot: Black-and-White Butterflies Show Their True Colors

Posted on October 20, 2010 by rberkowitz

butterflyWomen notice flashy, well-dressed gentlemen. But so do thieves, eager for an obvious target. The same holds true in the animal kingdom.  Read more at Science…

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Britain Tidal Power Plan Put on Hold in Statement on Energy Policy

Posted on October 18, 2010 by rberkowitz

Chris Huhne, the United Kingdom’s Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change, delivered a major energy policy statement that endorsed nuclear power, without promising any money for it, and killed controversial plans to harness tidal power in the Severn estuary.  Read more at Science…

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Thin Air and Massive Views: Mt Blanc 2010

Posted on August 22, 2010 by rberkowitz

Climbing the highest mountain in Europe. Read more in Travelmag: the Independent Spirit…

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