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The Top 9 Eco-Stories of 2009 (that have nothing to do with climate change)

As the year draws to a close, here is a list of the top 9 environmental stories in 2009 that had absolutely nothing to do with climate change: [...]

Jaws and Order

The tiny Pacific island nation of Palau plans to ban all commercial shark fishing in its waters, thus creating the world’s first “shark sanctuary.” [...]

No Drugs Down the Drain, SF Bay Area!

80% of our waterways show traces of medications, a result of expired or unneeded perscription drugs disposed of down the household drain. Please join the kickoff event for a permanent medicine collection bin at the Elihu Harris State Building Lobby, 1515 Clay Street, in Oakland. [...]

Volunteer Saturday, September 19, for California Coastal Cleanup Day

Volunteers Needed: California Coastal Cleanup Day, Saturday, September 19, is the annual volunteer event dedicated to removing the debris that has accumulated on our beaches, shorelines, and waterways over the past year. [...]

Coal has Contaminated Every Fish in America with Mercury

Mercury has been found in every fish tested from almost 300 streams over a 7-year period. Where is it coming from? Coal. [...]