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Earth 3.0: Solutions for Sustainable Progress

Solutions to environmental problems ranging from global warming to peak oil--and how the environment is playing a role in this year's elections

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To Drill or Not to Drill? Energy Policy Surfaces in Colorado's Senate Race

Politicians, environmentalists and industry clash over the leasing of public lands for natural gas drilling on Colorado's rugged Roan Plateau

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California's Political Environment May Prove Too Toxic for Green Energy Propositions

Myriad special interests combined with state budget woes mire two environmentally friendly ballot initiatives

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Where Do the Presidential Candidates Stand on Environment and Energy?

From drilling for oil to climate change, the answers may surprise you

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Earth 3.0

Eco-Cities: Urban Planning for the Future

Massive developments proposed for the U.S., China and Abu Dhabi aim to reduce or even eliminate the environmental cost of city living

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    Scientific American editor Mark Fischetti talks about Earth 3.0, a new Scientific American publication concerning energy, sustainability and the environment. And sciam.com writer Larry Greenmeier discusses the interface between nanotech and biology. Plus we'll test your knowledge about some recent science in the news. Websites mentioned in this episode include www.sciamearth3.com

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