ENN: Press Releases http://www.enn.com/ ENN RSS News The Ashy Storm-petrel, An Imperiled California Seabird, Advances Toward Endangered Species Act Protection http://www.enn.com/press_releases/2487 In response to a scientific petition filed by the Center for Biological Diversity, the federal government announced May 15th it was launching a full status review to determine whether the ashy storm-petrel, a seabird unique to California’s coastal waters, warrants the protections of the Endangered Species Act. The Wildlife Society Releases Position Statement on Wind Energy Development http://www.enn.com/press_releases/2486 The Wildlife Society (TWS) today released their position statement on wind energy, "Impacts of Wind Energy Facilities on Wildlife and Wildlife Habitat.” THE WILDLIFE SOCIETY ANNOUNCES 2008 TWS LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE PARTICIPANTS http://www.enn.com/press_releases/2485 The Wildlife Society (TWS) today released the list of participants who have been chosen to attend the 2008 TWS Leadership Institute. 2008 Indianapolis Prize goes to distinguished field biologist George B. Schaller http://www.enn.com/press_releases/2484 Relentless in his pursuit to save endangered species across the globe since 1952, the world’s pre-eminent field biologist, George B. Schaller, Ph.D., has been named the 2008 recipient of the Indianapolis Prize, the world’s leading award for animal conservation. San Diego Zoo Announces Position on Climate Change at Annual Event http://www.enn.com/press_releases/2483 As part of national Endangered Species Day, the San Diego Zoo is hosting a symposium focused on the effect of global warming on animal species. Bicycles Pedaling into the Spotlight http://www.enn.com/press_releases/2482 “The world produced an estimated 130 million bicycles in 2007, more than twice the 52 million cars produced,” writes J. Matthew Roney in a recent Earth Policy Institute release, "Bicycles Pedaling into the Spotlight”. Rainforest Alliance Announces 2008 Honorees to be Recognized for Leadership in Sustainability and Support of Conservation Work http://www.enn.com/press_releases/2481 The Rainforest Alliance, an international nonprofit conservation organization, is pleased to announce the 2008 honorees that will be recognized at its annual gala on May 15 at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City. Bigger and Better Stormwater BMP Database http://www.enn.com/press_releases/2480 There is no end to the creativity in stormwater management programs. A newly designed website now makes it much easier for stormwater professionals to evaluate best management practices (BMPs), to make sure that their creativity produces an effective and reliable system. Bush Sets Record: Two Years Since Any U.S. Species Listed As Endangered http://www.enn.com/press_releases/2479 Friday marked two years since the Department of the Interior last protected a new U.S. species under the Endangered Species Act. Tejon Ranch Deal, Largest Development Ever Proposed in California, Destroys Critical Habitat for Condors http://www.enn.com/press_releases/2478 Tejon Ranch Corporation and several environmental organizations announced a deal Thursday that may pave the way for massive development in the Tehachapi Mountains north of Los Angeles. Destruction of Mangrove Forests Increased Devastating Impact of Cyclone Nagris http://www.enn.com/press_releases/2477 In the wake of the destruction and rising death toll caused by Cyclone Nagris, Mangove Action Project (MAP) is calling for the re-establishment of mangrove buffer zones and coastal greenbelts along affected coastal zones to avert future such disasters. Marsh Restoration in Iraq "Promising" http://www.enn.com/press_releases/2476 Iraq’s Mesopotamian marshes, often referred to as the original Garden of Eden, were once the largest wetlands in southwest Asia, covering an area nearly twice the size of the original Everglades. Zane Grey's Rogue River Cabin Preserved http://www.enn.com/press_releases/2475 The Rogue River cabin where western author Zane Grey fished and wrote will be permanently preserved, The Trust for Public Land, a national conservation organization, and the Bureau of Land Management announced today. Report Documents Greenhouse Gas and Public Health Impacts of Off-Road Vehicle Use in California http://www.enn.com/press_releases/2474 Motorized off-road vehicle use in California releases as much greenhouse gas as burning 500,000 barrels of oil each year - equivalent to more than 1.5 million car trips from San Francisco to Los Angeles - according to a groundbreaking report released today by the Center for Biological Diversity and Clean Air Initiative. Steve Curwood to speak at 2008 Warren Wilson College Commencement http://www.enn.com/press_releases/2473 Steve Curwood, host and executive producer of “Living on Earth,” will deliver the main address at the 2008 Warren Wilson College Commencement May 17. "Green to Gold's" Andrew Winston Leads Public Seminar in LA, May 20 http://www.enn.com/press_releases/2472 Andrew Winston, co-author of one of the most read business books on the emerging green economy and how companies can take advantage, will be stopping in LA May 20th for one of only four public seminars this year. 2008 National Wetlands Awards to be Presented on May 13th http://www.enn.com/press_releases/2471 The seven winners of the 2008 National Wetlands Awards will be recognized at an evening ceremony on May 13th, 2008, at the Canon House Office Building in Washington, D.C. Oklahoma Moves to Protect State's Freshwater Turtles From Commercial Over - harvest http://www.enn.com/press_releases/2470 Responding to a petition by conservation and health groups, the state of Oklahoma today enacted a three-year moratorium on commercial harvest of turtles from public waters. Botanical Research Institute of Texas to Present 2008 International Award of Excellence in Conservation to World - Renowned Botanist Peter H. Raven, Ph.D. http://www.enn.com/press_releases/2469 The Botanical Research Institute of Texas (BRIT), a nonprofit international botanical resource center, will present its 2008 International Award of Excellence in Conservation to Peter H. Raven, Ph.D., at a dinner here on Thursday, May 15, 2008. Lethal Levels of Asbestos Prompt Closure of California's Clear Creek Management Area http://www.enn.com/press_releases/2468 The Bureau of Land Management has just closed to the public over 30,000 acres of the Clear Creak Management Area in response to a multi-year Environmental Protection Agency report. Florida Forever Coalition Hails Renewal of Landmark Program http://www.enn.com/press_releases/2467 The more than 160 organizational members of the Florida Forever Coalition today applauded the Florida Legislature for its passage of Senate Bill 542, which reauthorizes the Florida Forever Program for 10 years at $300 million annually. Conservationists Sue to Recover Endangered Jaguars http://www.enn.com/press_releases/2466 The Center for Biological Diversity filed suit today against the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to compel development of a recovery plan and critical habitat for the endangered jaguar. Far Rockaway Middle School Students Celebrate New Playground http://www.enn.com/press_releases/2465 Sixth through eighth-grade students at M.S. 53 Brian Piccolo School in the Far Rockaway section of Queens today celebrated the opening of a new community playground that they designed. Join Robina Suwol at Whole Children, Whole Planet Expo 2008 http://www.enn.com/press_releases/2464 Join Robina Suwol of California Safe Schools, www.calisafe.org at the Whole Children, Whole Planet Expo, the premier natural parenting and family expo, taking place May 17-18, 2008 at Highland Hall Waldorf School in Northridge. Judge Orders Bush Administration to Stop Delaying Polar Bear Protection http://www.enn.com/press_releases/2463 A federal judge has found the Bush administration guilty of violating the Endangered Species Act and ordered the administration to issue a final listing decision for the polar bear by May 15, 2008.