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26 Jun 2009

Focus Earth: June 27, 2009: The Roots of Eco-Terrorism and Saving the Whales

This week Focus Earth takes at look at what happens when environmental and animal rights concerns push some activists to the brink of violence to protect what they believe in. Get inside information from law enforcement and terrorism experts, as well as those who have been branded as eco-terrorists. + READ MORE

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12 Jun 2009

Focus Earth: June 13, 2009: Everglades Nevermore and Snake Invaders

This week, Focus Earth takes a close look at one of the most unique ecosystems in the United States: the Everglades. Fire, drought, rising ocean levels, invasion species, human encroachment, pollution, and more are all combining to threaten this UNESCO World Heritage site. Focus Earth brings you an in-depth analysis of the problems and explores the solutions being implemented by conservationists. + READ MORE

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28 May 2009

Focus Earth: May 15, 2009: Coral Reefs in Trouble and Melting Tundra

This week, Focus Earth begins in London, where the World Wildlife Fund has issued a dire report on the state of the world's coral reefs. Then, the team has news from China, where communities in Sichuan are still struggling to rebuild one-year after the devastating earthquake. After, reports from the arctic, where melting tundra is accelerating climate change, and an interview with the director of Greenpeace. Finally, Bob Woodruff goes out for an eco-friendly night on the town in New York City. + READ MORE

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22 May 2009

Focus Earth: May 23, 2009: New Fuel Standards and Hurricane Forecast

This week, Focus Earth reports from Washington, DC, where new fuel standards have been announced that will mandate increased auto-efficiency. Then, the team covers the latest eco-buses taking to the street in California and has a summary of this year's hurricane forecast as predicted by NOAA. Meanwhile, Focus Earth asks Americans what they believe about global warming and Bob Woodruff sits down with author Thomas Freidman. + READ MORE

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22 May 2009

Focus on Focus Earth: New Fuel Standards

On May 19, 2009, President Barack Obama announced a new plan to increase vehicle fuel-economy nationwide. The plan will require the corporate average fleet economy, or CAFE, standard to meet 39 mpg by 2016, four years earlier than previous proposals. The announcement marked the first time the White House has placed a limit on greenhouse gas pollution from passenger vehicles. + READ MORE

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22 May 2009

Focus on Focus Earth: Hurricane Forecast

The 2008 hurricane season was one of the most severe in recent history. Of the 16 named storms last year, eight escalated to hurricanes and five of those were considered severe. All-told, these storms caused more than $54 billion in damages. Leading up to the season, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicted 12 to 16 storms for the year. + READ MORE

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17 May 2009

Focus Earth Special Episode: Six People Saving Our Planet

In this special hour-long edition of Focus Earth, the Peabody and Emmy Award-winning anchor takes you across the globe to meet six courageous heroes fighting on the frontlines for our planet's environmental survival. + READ MORE

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15 May 2009

Focus on Focus Earth: Coral Reefs in Trouble

Officials met at the World Oceans Conference on May 15, 2009, to discuss the rapidly worsening problem of disappearing coral reefs. Like so many ecosystems affected by climate change, coral reefs are in serious danger. Mary M. Glackin, U.S. deputy undersecretary for oceans and atmosphere, explained that "changes we expected to see are actually happening faster than we thought." + READ MORE

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15 May 2009

Focus on Focus Earth: Melting Tundra

Formerly a land of ice and snow, the Arctic tundra is starting to get a bit more temperate. As the region warms, lakes that have been frozen for centuries have thawed and the permafrost, soil that formerly stayed frozen year-round, is softening. It might seem that the heat wave is an invitation for residents to blow the dust off their bathing suits but, in reality, it is an alarming sign of immediacy of climate change. + READ MORE

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8 May 2009

Focus Earth: May 9, 2009: Ford Focus and The Prince and the Rainforest

This week, Focus Earth takes a look at a battle raging in Washington over a new climate change bill. Then, reports from the Midwest on the future of the Ford Motor Company, a fledgling biofuel industry, and Wisconsin's plan to become a leader in energy innovation. Finally, Focus Earth has the background on Prince Charles' new viral campaign to raise environmental awareness and save the rainforest. + READ MORE

 
 

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