19 articles on "forest"

The A-Z of Global Warming: Deforestation

Deforestation is basically the loss or destruction of forest habitat, primarily as a result of the action of human beings. It is the single largest source of land- use greenhouse gas emissions, and accounts for around 18 -20% of global greenhouse ga...

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How To Really Save Planet Earth: A Test About Al Gore

If you really want to bring the Earth back from the brink of disaster, who should you be listening to? A. Al Gore of "Live Earth" and "An Inconvenient Truth" B. Diane Sawyer of ABC's "Seven Ways to Help Save the World" C. Michael Brune of "Rain...

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Guyana’s Quest for Eco Tourism and Lodges

Guyana’s Quest for Eco Tourism and LodgesRead Jetsetters Magazine at www.jetsettersmagazine.comhttp://www.jetsettersmagazine.com/archive/jetezine/globe02/samerica/guyana/ecotourism.htmlDeveloping countries throughout the world especially those in t...

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Sustainable, Eco-Friendly Furniture - What is FSC Certification?

FSC certification for furniture is a good indication that the furniture has been independently evaluated and determined sustainable or eco-friendly, but what exactly does that mean? What is FSC? The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is an independent...

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Smokey Bear's Story

Smokey Bear the icon was born in the mind of Rudy Wendelin, who was an artist for the U.S. Forest Service. In 1944 the Forest Service authorized his poster of Smokey Bear as the symbol for fire prevention. The real life Smokey Bear was discovered in...

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Tropical Rainforest Species

Tropical Rainforest Species by: Furia Andress Animals of the Tropical Rainforest The tropical rainforest is a unique ecosystem that is home to many plants and animals, in fact more plants and animals than we even know about. The plants found in...

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Is the Chipko Movement Towards Forest Appraisal

Is the Chipko Movement Towards Forest Appraisal by: M.Aparna “Let us protect and plant the trees Go awaken the villages And drive away the axemen.” - Ghanshyam Sailani The forests of India are the unique resources for the survival of the rur...

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5 Top Reasons to Consider Traveling to the North Mountains

The North Mountains, considered North Carolina's High Country, are a treasure trove of opportunities for fun and relaxation. Recreation is not only the name of the game here, but it's found in so many different places. All kinds of Ashevill...

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Explore Less-Traveled Paths in Camping Comfort

ore Less-Traveled Paths in Camping Comfort by: ARA Content Innovations provide the power to enjoy RV amenities miles beyond the last electrical hookup. (ARA) - If you've already experienced the serenity and fun of camping with your towable...

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Costa Rica has been called the Hawaii of Central America

Costa Rica has been called the Hawaii of Central America by: Paul Orr Considering a romantic or family Costa Rica vacation? You're choosing one of the best tourist destinations in the world. Costa Rica has been called the Hawaii of Central ...

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