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BP oil spill: dead zones for many, profits for the few

Posted by hzicko on Sunday, 01 March 2015 in Earth Violators

When discussing the untold misery capitalism wreaks upon the poor and unwashed, apologists will resort to a defense as old and cynical as the system itself. “The free market,” they proclaim, “represents the untainted natural order, and tampering with its laws will yield devastation.” How ironic, th...

Fast-Warming Gulf of Maine

Posted by bjb41 on Monday, 17 November 2014 in Ocean/Seas/Coastlines

The waters off the coast of New England are warming more rapidly than almost any other ocean region on earth. Scientists are now studying the resulting ecosystem changes, and their findings could provide a glimpse of the future for many of the world’s coastal communities. by rebecca kesslerAfter ha...

Eating Sustainable Seafood

Posted by acox on Monday, 14 January 2013 in Food

In the sea, almost everything that swims, burrows or crawls can be presented on a plate and eaten. Yet many marine species aren't well known among chefs and diners. The lack of variety on the menu represents not only a loss of culinary opportunity, but also a potential source of ecological i...

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Is Gulf Seafood Safe to Eat?

Posted by ep-admin on Friday, 10 September 2010 in Food

Now that the largest accidental oil spill is history, many women are wondering if the region’s fish is safe to eat. Find out what experts are saying, which potential health risks remain and how to be a smart seafood shopper... From April to July, BP’s Deepwater Horizon oil spill unlea...