Climate change deaths could soar
Lives lost to warming temperatures could increase. Studies presented at the climate change conference at Copenhagen, Denmark estimate that in the next several decades heat-related deaths in cities will quadruple in number. These new projections take into account day-to-day temperature variability that is consistent with the extremes of global warming. Mr. Simon Gosling, Research Fellow at the UK’s University of Reading said that in London alone, for example, this could easily translate to a loss of 500 people by the summer of 2080.
Mr. Gosling, colleagues and all involved, our sincere appreciation for bringing this valuable information to the public. May the consideration of such potentially tragic effects propel us ever more quickly toward actions to halt the further warming of the planet.

Addressing government officials, media and other dignitaries in Formosa (Taiwan) at a global warming seminar in June 2008, Supreme Master Ching Hai assured that such tragic circumstances need not come to pass – if humanity switches to an animal-free diet.


Tropical fish swimming north because of global warming
Climate change forces fish towards cooler waters. A study conducted by scientists from England, Canada, and the United States predicts that rising sea temperatures due to global warming will cause fish to have to travel some 40 kilometers per decade as they seek colder water nearer the poles. Those from the tropics will end up in northern seas, while species that thrive in cold waters may become extinct from the lack of a place to go as their homes become too warm.

We are grateful, researchers, for this critical information on the adversities of global warming. Let us quickly turn to eco-conscious lifestyles for our beautiful aquatic co-inhabitants to flourish once more.

Turkish organic farming developing at fast rate
SOrganic farming gaining popularity in Turkey. In the past few years, the country has become a major producer of organic fruits and vegetables, with over 10,000 farmers producing organic agriculture in 2006 and nearly 6,000 more in transition toward the same goal. Moreover, Turkey now exports organic food products to over 32 countries throughout the world.

A green thumbs up Turkey for this promising trend towards a healthier and more sustainable world! May the Heavens bless your with lands with abundant harvests to nourish many, both at home and abroad.

Danish port aims to be 'fossil-fuel free' city
Denmark port city transitions to total green. The Danish port of Frederikshavn has set a goal to be the first city to be powered by sustainable energy sources. Over the next seven years, the city plans to transition entirely to wind and solar powered electricity, as well as biogas. City Mayor Erik Soerensen also assured of the plan’s economic stability, saying that it would offer many opportunities for new environmental technologies and jobs.

Bravo Frederikshawn, Denmark, for your forward green thinking! Wishing you fruitful success in becoming an inspiring example of energy self-sufficiency and sustainable living.