Environment – Page 193 – People's World

$Quakes rattle Texas: fracking disposal wells to blame?$

Quakes rattle Texas: fracking disposal wells to blame?

August 9, 2012 By Blake Skylar

Seismologists have concluded that wastewater disposal wells from fracking are causing the unpleasant phenomenon, adding new controversy.

Transition movement brings new environmental approach

August 9, 2012 By Nick Bart

A new movement is afloat. The Transition movement blends aspects of the environment movement and broad grassroots organizing.

Thousands of fish dead as Midwest waters heat up

August 7, 2012 By Blake Skylar

As the blazing summer temperatures heat up lakes and streams, the number of fish affected -- including endangered species -- has come as an unpleasant surprise to concerned scientists.

$First national anti-fracking rally in D.C.$

First national anti-fracking rally in D.C.

August 6, 2012 By Loretta Roberson And Rick Roberson

"Stop the Frack Attack" was the clear message sent by some 5,000 protesters at the first national demonstration against hydraulic fracturing held in front of the Capitol Building.

Wind farm impact on wildlife debated

August 2, 2012 By Blake Skylar

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has released a draft habitat conservation plan for the Criterion Wind Project - a 70-megawatt clean energy facility.