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Extreme Heat Bleaches Coral

by Justin Gillis, NYT

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Thanks to Greg T. for sending this along!

This year’s extreme heat is putting the world’s coral reefs under such severe stress that scientists fear widespread die-offs, endangering not only the richest ecosystems in the ocean but also fisheries that feed millions of people.

Gray is Green: Fact Sheets

From my friends at Gray is Green - they have recently published their first series of fact sheets. The fact sheets are designed to quickly and efficiently convey concepts of sustainability to your communities. The first three fact sheets focus on food - meat, fish and corn. You can download them here.

Trash Inc.: The Secret Life of Garbage

CNBC’s documentary, "Trash Inc: The Secret Life of Garbage," premiers on Wednesday, September 29th at 9pm ET/PT.  Reported by CNBC’s Carl Quintanilla, "Trash Inc: The Secret Life of Garbage," takes an inside look at what happens to our garbage after we throw it out – where it goes, who touches it, and who makes money.  Beyond the bags piled at the curb, viewers will see the intricate logistical ballet performed every day by armies of sanitation workers, engineers, and even entrepreneurs, to get rid of – and sometimes get rich from – our trash.  Viewers will also get a stunning and surprising look, once we throw something away, at where “away” can be – just part of the exploding worldwide environmental challenge posed by garbage.