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Glacier National Park is losing its glaciers
Salon | Posted onMay 30, 2017 in Rural NewsGlacier National Park is losing its namesake glaciers and new research shows just how quickly: Over the past 50 years, 39 of the parks glaciers have shrunk dramatically, some by as much as 85 percent. Of the 150 glaciers that existed it the park in the late 19th century, only 26 remain.
Senate Ag Committee Eaxmines Rural America
Senate Agriculture Committee | Posted onMay 30, 2017 in Federal NewsDuring the Q and A portion of yesterday’s Ag Committee meeting, Chairman Roberts queried, “As we begin to work on our next farm bill, give me the top three factors, or two factors in the agriculture economy that we should be considering, given this trend that everybody is talking about, and the word ‘prolonged.'” Dr. Johannson noted that, “As you mentioned, there are ways that we can see prices rebound. Whether we have some supply side shock in some major producing part of the globe or if we do start expanding trade quickly, those will also push prices up.
Oregon:Lawmakers approve 'roadkill' bill despite misgivings
Oregon Capital Insider | Posted onMay 30, 2017 in Rural NewsDespite some misgivings about a "roadkill" bill permitting drivers to salvage deer and elk accidentally killed by vehicles, the House Agriculture Committee has decided to refer the proposal for a vote on the House floor with a "do pass" recommendation. Senate Bill 372, which would require Oregon wildlife regulators to create rules for such meat salvage permits, has already passed the Senate unanimously. The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, which will write the rules, should monitor these permits closely to ensure there's not a suspicious uptick in roadkill incidents, she said.
Colorado regulators seize the climate fight in landmark ruling on carbon costs
Utility Dive | Posted onMay 30, 2017 in Energy NewsJust as the federal government is hitting the brakes on climate change mitigation, a number of states are stepping up their efforts.State efforts to expand renewable energy through mandates and incentives are well known, as are attempts to save nuclear generation from early retirement through subsidies.
Texas lawmakers approve tax break limitations for wind turbines near military bases
Utility Drive | Posted onMay 30, 2017 in Energy, SARL Members and Alumni NewsThe Texas legislature has passed a bill that would eliminate tax abatements for wind turbines sited within 25 miles of military bases, over concerns they pose a safety risk to bases with aviation operations. Senate Bill 277 passed the House 76-65 on Tuesday, a day after a preliminary vote; the Senate passed the measure in April. Platts reports Gov. Greg Abbott's office has not indicated if he will sign the bill.Opponents of the bill say wind turbines do not pose a threat to military bases, and that the measure is political.
Elk and deer herds in danger decades after disease discovery
Capital Press | Posted onMay 30, 2017 in Rural NewsIn a pen surrounded by 8-foot-high fences, at a research station by the side of a winding canyon road in southeast Wyoming, stand seven elk that are going to die.The creatures don’t look sick yet. Their caramel-colored fur still covers round bodies the size of small horses. They run back and forth with each other and two bighorn sheep ewes that share their pen, greedily eating food offered at the gate.
Exxon Loses Appeal to Keep Auditor Records Secret in Climate Fraud Investigation
Inside Climate News | Posted onMay 30, 2017 in Energy NewsxxonMobil lost its appeal on Tuesday to keep records held by its auditors away from the New York attorney general's climate fraud probe. The documents could afford a candid—and perhaps damaging—glimpse into Exxon's private calculations of the business risks posed by climate change. They could contain anything from a smoking gun email to plodding, yet revealing, discussions related to Exxon's posture on global warming, including whether the company was adequately calculating climate change risks for investors.
Equipment Manufacturers, Corn Growers and Seed Assoc.share technology with EPA and USDA
Youtube | Posted onMay 29, 2017 in Agriculture NewsThe Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) joined with the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) and the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) to host officials for a demonstration of planter technology and precision agriculture in April 2017. Check out this video to learn a little bit more about the day's activities, and the modern agriculture practices that are making farming more efficient and sustainable than ever.
Arizona Utility owner, ex-regulator, lobbyist indicted on bribery, fraud charges
Arizona Central | Posted onMay 26, 2017 in Energy NewsFormer Chairman of the Arizona Corporation Commission Gary Pierce and water company owner George Johnson were indicted in federal court on charges of bribery, conspiracy and fraud. The charges filed in U.S.
Trump budget OKs sale of wild horses for slaughter
Reno Gazette Journal | Posted onMay 26, 2017 in Federal NewsPresident Donald Trump’s budget proposal calls for saving $10 million next year by selling wild horses captured throughout the West without the current requirement that buyers guarantee the animals won’t be resold for slaughter. Presidents George W. Bush, Bill Clinton and Barack Obama also grappled with the spiraling costs of managing the nearly 60,000 horses on the range and another 45,000 currently kept in U.S.