Latest posts by Juliana Rotich from August, 2008
Environment: Energy and Conservation News from Blogs around the world
In this post from GV environment, we check in with bloggers around the world who are writing on diverse topics; from ornithology, energy efficiency to forest preservation. The Bahraini ornithologist blog Bahrain Obs posts pictures and gives an update on bird migration. The migration is in full swing now –...
Environment: Recycling Beach Waste
Karen Chernick writes at the Green Prophet blog, about the initiative to clean up the beach and recycle plastic waste, an initiative of major beverage companies in Israel.
Environment: Oil Prospecting in Uganda
Omar of Safarinotes looks at Uganda's quest for Oil, saying “Environmentally, while prospecting for oil, Uganda has to take great care in protecting its other great natural resources: water, land and wildlife. The oil industry has been known to be one of the most merciless and damaging to the environment.”
Environment: Pros and Cons of Energy Saving Light Bulbs
Faced with increased electricity costs in Kenya, the blogger Intelligentsia considers the benefits and considerations to keep in mind when switching to CFLs (Compact Flourescent Lamp or Light bulb)
Environment: GM (Genetically Modified) Potato Protest
The Urbansprout believes in a strategy of activism that supports positive initiatives, while also campaigning against the status quo.
