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Wrap Presents with Recycled Paper - The Daily Green
Dec 13 2011

Cut down on waste, and save money.

UN launches tree plantation campaign in Pakistan - The Times of India
Jan 28 2012

The UN has launched a tree plantation campaign in Pakistan's flood-hit areas and plans to plant 200,000 trees in 400 villages.

Britain to relax fines on garbage handling - The Times of India
Jan 16 2012

The British government will stop slapping fines on people who, at times, commit "innocent mistakes" while putting out household rubbish by overfilling their garbage bins or putting them out on the wrong day.

Tropical vegetation stores more carbon than thought - The Times of India
Jan 31 2012

The first ever "wall-to-wall" map of carbon storage of tropical vegetation in Africa, Asia and South America has shown that it stores 21 percent more carbon than estimated.

Shop Online, But Avoid Overnight Shipping - The Daily Green
Nov 28 2011

Ground transportation means less fuel use and pollution.

Expect New Electronics Unde the Tree? Plan to Recycle e-Waste - The Daily Green
Dec 18 2011

Electronics can be recycled into new products, but the industry has been heavily criticized for dumping waste abroad instead of recycling it. That's why it's smart to seek out certified recyclers.

Shimla MC to harness solar energy to cut energy consumption - The Times of India
Jan 04 2012

With a view to save electricity and increase energy efficiency as well as harness solar energy for various purposes in the city, the Shimla Municipal Corporation will soon implement a solar city plan here.

Recycle Your Gift Wrap - The Daily Green
Dec 25 2011

What to do with all that pretty material after you are done celebrating.

electric vehicles – park, plug-in, and go – repeat. - Alternative Consumer
Feb 01 2012

Remember how high the initial demand was for hybrid vehicles? Now the growing demand for pure electric vehicles (EVs), is making things even more hectic. It’s a good thing the number of electric car charging stations is rising too. Nationwide there are currently twice as many charging stations (roughly 4,500) as there are E-85 ethanol [...]

Raipur cops raid Panaji offices of mining firm - The Times of India
Jan 23 2012

Raipur police raided the Panaji offices of PVG Exporter and Logistics following an arrest warrant issued by a Raipur CJM.

Check This App Before Ordering Sushi - The Daily Green
Dec 16 2011

This Sierra Club app lets you check mercury levels in popular fish.

a mixed bag of green news - Alternative Consumer
Feb 01 2012

Busted!! Mozambican Rhino Poachers Get 25 Years in South Africa Court – bbc Importation and ownership of these critters should be totally illegal… Escaped Pet Pythons Putting Squeeze on Everglades Wildlife – enn/mongabay.com Separation anxiety…Spider’s Detachable Penis Finishes Without Him – livescience As the invasive Asian carp threatens fisheries and ecosystems this seems like a [...]

EU to charge green tax from airlines - The Times of India
Dec 22 2011

The European Union plans to charge a green tax on flights to the US from Jan 1.

Eat Seasonally – Even in Winter! - The Daily Green
Jan 16 2012

Even in the coldest, snowiest months of the year, seasonal eating promises surprising and delightful tastes, with a smaller environmental impact.

Green stoves burn bright in Bihar's tiger land - The Times of India
Dec 19 2011

More than a hundred households living within Bihar's Valmiki Tiger Reserve have switched from the traditional mud stoves to the more efficient eco-friendly 'chulhas' to reduce their dependency on forest for fuel wood - a move that would boost conservation of the big cat.

Task force to bring Sunderbans in world tourism map - The Times of India
Feb 01 2012

Sunderbans, the largest mangrove forests on earth, would be brought in the world tourism map and a task force had been created for the purpose, West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee said.

Use humane methods to cull birds, pleads animal rights group - The Times of India
Jan 13 2012

With thousands of birds to be culled in the northeastern part of the country due to fears of bird flu, an animal rights group has urged the government to use humane methods for the culling.

How to Get through Valentine’s Day Alone - Alternative Consumer
Feb 03 2012

The message is all around us and the Beatles said it so well, “all you need is love.” As we approach Valentine’s Day couples make plans for a romantic evening together. Restaurant reservations are confirmed, flowers are delivered, cards sent and chocolates presented with a big red bow.  How can those of us who are [...]

MP forest dept gets Green Globe Foundation award - The Times of India
Feb 05 2012

Madhya Pradesh forest department has been conferred the international Green Globe Foundation Award for outstanding achievement in environment sector.

Chinese pandas are Scotland's new celebrity couple - The Times of India
Dec 04 2011

A giant panda couple from China's Sichuan province Sunday left for Scotland as part of an awareness programme that will see them spending the next 10 years in their new home in Edinburgh Zoo.

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