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Cumulative Ocean Impacts Mapped Off U.S. and Mexican Shores

Researchers from California and Hawaii have analyzed 25 factors and developed a map that reflects the relative cumulative magnitude of their effects on the waters extending for about 250-350 miles off the shores of Washington, Oregon, California, and the Baja Peninsula.

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Billions at Stake with Climate Change Legislation

The climate bill in Congress will impact hundreds of companies – some big in your area. Many are spending big bucks on lobbying. Here's how to follow the money.

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June 2, 2009

DEADLINE: The Puget Sound Institute for Journalism & Natural Resources

The Institutes for Journalism & Natural Resources is inviting applications for its Puget Sound Institute, a nine-day journey in July 2009 through parts of northwest Washington that will examine a variety of newsworthy topics.

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Ecuador Mulls Credits for Untapped Oil

Ecuador is pursuing a plan to sell carbon credits created by leaving some of its oil -- and the carbon dioxide that would result from burning it -- underground.

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Source: WashPost, 05/27/2009

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Pelosi to China: Climate a 'Game Changer'

U.S. Congressional leaders visiting China think an understanding between the U.S. and China is key to reaching a climate pact in Copenhagen.

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Source: AFP, 05/27/2009

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"Climate Change Amplifying Animal Disease: Agency"

The World Animal Health Organisation said climate change is increasing disease among farm animals.

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Source: AFP, 05/26/2009

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Business Leaders Hear Climate Warnings

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon told a meeting of business leaders in Copenhagen that "climate change is the defining challenge of our time."

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Source: ENS, 05/26/2009

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"Arctic Methane Rise Spurs Worry On Permafrost Thaw"

"OSLO -- A rise in concentrations of a powerful greenhouse gas over the Arctic after a decade of stability is stirring worries about a possible thaw of vast stores trapped in permafrost, experts said."

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Source: Reuters, 05/25/2009

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"Ban Says U.S. Climate Bill Plan 'Not Enough'"

U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said the climate bill approved Thursday by the House Energy Committee is 'not enough' to stem warming to the degree hoped for in the next climate treaty.

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Source: Reuters, 05/25/2009

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Hoyer Expects Fast Action from House Committees on Climate

House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-MD) said he expected the eight committees with partial jurisdiction over the new House climate bill to act swiftly.

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Source: NYTimes, 05/25/2009

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