Air Cars: A New Wind for America's Roads?

Air car shows promising future. France-based Motor Development International and US company Zero Pollution Motors have collaborated to develop a highly efficient compressed air vehicle (CAV). The CAV, which is projected to be priced at US$20,000 when available in 2011, has a range of almost 60 miles at 35 miles per hour on one tank of air.
 
It can run for almost 800 miles at highway speeds, using a combination of air and fuel such as diesel, ethanol or even vegetable oil, with a highly efficient fuel usage of around 106 miles per gallon. A big green tip of our hats, MDI and Zero Pollution Motors, for this latest innovation in eco-conscious transportation! Through such developments as yours, surely we can all shift smoothly into sustainable driving practices for our Earth’s brighter future.

Expert: Amazon may lose 50 percent of tree species

In the Amazon, half of all tree species face extinction. With deforestation causing not only the actual loss of trees but also increasing greenhouse gas emissions, global warming itself could mean the soon demise of half of the tree species in the Amazon rainforests.

International climatology expert and member of the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change Dr. Martin Parry recently reported that if the temperature were to rise from 3.6 to 7.2 degrees Fahrenheit, the corresponding dryness would mean that between 25 to over 50 percent of the tree species would be decimated. Dr. Parry and the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, we deeply appreciate these additional insights on the urgent state of the Amazon. With grace from the Divine, may we be guided toward actions that restore the vital lungs and verdant beauty of our forests.
 
Farmland bird numbers fall to lowest level on record

Countryside birds in the United Kingdom on the decline. The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) spokesperson Mr. Graham Madge said some species have decreased by more than 85%. The Department for Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs’ most recent survey reveals a more than 50% decline in farmland bird pairs since 1960, which coincides with the emergence of chemical pesticide use in farming.

Countryside bird populations on land maintained by the RSPB, on the other hand, have doubled since 1999, demonstrating that conditions can be created in which the birds are able to flourish. We express our thankfulness, Royal Society for the Protection of Birds and the Department for Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, for these important findings. May we contribute similarly to the well-being of our feathered friends and Earth’s inhabitants by adopting practices that sustain all life.
 
Chinese scientist Qin Dahe awarded top meteorological prize

Chinese glaciologist honored with International Meteorological Organization Prize. Chinese glaciologist Dr. Qin Dahe was presented the highest award from the United Nations World Meteorological Organization. Regarded as the “Nobel Prize for Meteorology,” the recognition was given to Dr. Qin for his outstanding contributions in climate research as well as meteorological services at the national and international levels.

As the first Chinese person ever to cross the South Pole with the 1989 International Trans-Antarctic Pole Expedition, Dr. Qin used his findings from that and subsequent expeditions to publish many notable scientific reports in the area of glaciology and climate change. He stated, “Meteorological and climatic conditions frequently go to extremes nowadays, against the background of global climate change. It poses a great challenge to human beings.” Our respectful accolades, Dr. Qin Dahe, for this prestigious recognition. Heaven bless your continued noble work in benefiting humanity.

Chilean glacier will vanish in 50 years, says study

Chilean glacier vanishing due to climate change. According to Chile’s chief water company, the Direccion General de Aguas de Chile (DGA), the Echaurren and surrounding glaciers are receding at a rate of 12 meters per year. At this rate the River Maipo, which flows from the Echaurren and provides 70% of the water to the nation’s capital of Santiago, may dry completely within the next fifty years.

Such an event would necessitate a dramatic population shift away from central Chile due to a lack of water. Our deep gratitude, Direccion General de Aguas de Chile, for bringing this important information to the public’s attention. May everyone quickly transition to the most effective and water efficient plant-based diet, to curb warming conditions and stabilize our Earth.