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NREL: US Hydrogen Potential
Map of Us Hydrogen potential
 Map of Us Hydrogen potential
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URBAN GROWTH
By the end of 2007 it is estimated that more people will live in cities than rural areas for the first time in history. The satellite image of the US city of Las Vegas (left) shows how rapidly metropolitan areas can grow. The city was home to 557,000 people in 1985, by 2004 this had risen to nearly 1.7 million. This rapid growth can put pressure on water resources and infrastructure.
By the end of 2007 it is estimated that more will live in cities than rural areas for the first time
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WATER
The availability of fresh water will decline, according to the UN, who project that by 2025 1.8bn people will be affected by water scarcity. Sanitation is also a major issue, as contaminated water is the greatest single cause of human disease and death. The state of the world's fisheries is also touched on by the report which says many fish stocks are overexploited, while the demand for fish is expected to rise alongside growing populations.
The availability of fresh water will decline, according to the UN, who project that by 2025...
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SHRINKING RESOURCES
As the human population grows it has reached the point, the UN says, "where the amount of resources needed to sustain it exceeds what is available".
As the human population grows it has reached the point, the UN says, "where the amount of resources
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CHANGING WORLD
Over the last 20 years, the human population has increased by a third, global trade has tripled, and per capita income has gone up by 40%. Annual emissions of the main greenhouse gas, carbon dioxide, have also increased by one third.
Over the last 20 years, the human population has increased by a third
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Massive Mushroom Haul!
A large haul of tasty Amethyst Deceivers
 Went for a quick walk in the woods this weekend, returned with about 3kg of mushrooms!
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Adam Woodhall
Adam Woodhall
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Local food - Blackberry Season
Blackberries
 Any time from the end of July through to October one can find juicy blackberries on brambles
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Letter Box Draughtproof Interior Plate
Universal fitting. Fits over a hole up to 235mmX50mm. No need to change size of hole. Works well with existing exterior plate.
 Alternative to brushes and heavy sprung flaps Never blows open - blows shut!
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11 Nov 2008 Non-Food Crops in the UK NNFCC 1
07 Nov 2008 A change in attitude lowcarbonranger 0
17 Oct 2008 What percentage of UK energy could be produced from Renewable Energy? Toddington 0
16 Oct 2008 Deforestation and climate change Ambiental projects 1
16 Oct 2008 Sustainable energy in a Hospital University 2
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The UK Climate Change Bill - Update and Information
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UK Junk Mail Opt-Out Stats
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Facts on (UK) Waste
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Why should you buy things made out of renewable materials?
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Help your self to save money and energy
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South Africa's Move to a Low Carbon Economy
SA's Disclosure Project report for 2008 recommends the move to a low carbon economy to be competitive Added by: Toddington
Opt Out of Junk Mail
A free, simple and quick way to reduce the amount of junk mail you receive through your door. Added by: David Lockie
The National Non-Food Crops Center Homepage
NNFC Homepage UK's national centre for renewable fuels, etc Added by: NNFCC
Public Science Report into an Incinerator PFI
This report was written about a decision Brighton & Hove Council took about their waste strategy Added by: David Lockie
Generation Homes
An initiative aiming to reduce the carbon emissions of the UK's existing housing stock Added by: David Lockie
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PERMAFROST Refrigerant Oil Additive for Cooling Appliances
Simple way to save energy Let us all use this. Added by: Energy saving innovative products for aircons
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