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23.03.2009, 13:35

Protests as biggest ever nuclear waste load goes to Siberia

Several environmental organisations are protesting at what they call biggest ever delivery of radioactive waste to Russia. The load is being transported from Germany to Siberia for processing.

27.03.2009, 11:26

Venice scum put to ‘green’ use

One of the most beautiful cities in the world is on the brink of a green revolution. The city of Venice says it will soon transform the stinky, slimy algae that overrun its canals into clean, renewable energy.

24.02.2009, 16:13 3 comments

Global warming just an inch away

A much smaller change of mean temperatures may cause disastrous consequences, a new study into global warming said.

09.03.2010, 22:43 5 comments

Southern Russia overwhelmed with purple snow

The very morning following the widely celebrated Woman's Day - people in Southern Russia could not believe their eyes when they found purple snow piled on city streets.

Sergey Lavrov (R) and Katsuya Okada  (AFP Photo / Alexander Nemenov) 31.12.2009, 02:37

Russia and Japan: it would take time

Russia and Japan need a mutually acceptable settlement of the peace treaty problem, which is a delicate process demanding a respectful and attentive attitude to the partner's position, noted the Russian Foreign Ministry.

10.12.2009, 20:29 3 comments

Clearing the road for eco-cars in Moscow

As Moscow's streets almost literally crack under the pressure of the moving masses, local government says that new, environmentally-friendly public transport is almost ready to hit the roads.

25.06.2009, 10:46 1 comment

Water trading on the horizon?

With the world's fresh water supplies drying up, many countries consider importing it. Russia holds the second largest amount of drinking water and may soon tap into its reserves, potentially making billions of dollars.

12.10.2009, 14:00 1 comment

Climate whims: Weather havoc in the Caucasus

Even scientists have been unable to predict the unexpected snowstorms and tornadoes that are plaguing the most unlikely regions, raising concern that not enough is being done to combat climate change.

Russian Yamal icebreaker, Arktika class 28.03.2009, 01:18

Russia to create Arctic Armed forces

Russia wants to set up a military force in the Arctic to protect its national interests. However, officials say this is not a plan to militarise the region.

28.04.2009, 15:49

The J8 summit and how it differs from G8

Young people from across Russia are in Moscow as part of their preparations for taking part in the Junior Eight Summit.

Earth Hour – the international ‘turn off’

Published: 28 March, 2009, 22:15
Edited: 28 March, 2010, 22:46


March 28, 2009 will make it into history as the most massive, simultaneous energy-saving action in the history of humanity and will also make it into the Guinness Record Book.

 
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