ENVIRONMENT
Science journal highlights Sargasso eels
The journal 'Science' recently featured an article entitled which highlighted work being carried out in the Sargasso Sea last month to study the declining European Eel population.
Devil's Hole acts as a natural laboratory to study climate change
Once a popular attraction for Bermuda’s tourists, Devil's Hole now attracts a different type of visitor: scientists.
Young eco warriors to help change the mindset
Elliot Primary School students are excited about having their own eco club at the school, which has just been introduced by the Foundation for Environmental Education.
Greenrock on 'greaseballs': Tourism dies if we don't protect environment
Greenrock on Tuesday asked "Are we really dumping raw sewage, in today's day and age, with all of the modern waste treatment options available to us?"
Aquarium releases Galapagos Shark
On Good Friday, staff at the Aquarium in conjunction with the crew of the upcoming television series, Ocean Vet, released Galapagos Shark Desmond back into the wild.
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Investigations still under way after explosion damages home
Authorities are still investigating the cause of a fire and explosion that displaced four residents and badly damaged a Pembroke home over the weekend.
‘Grease’ is the word at Grape Bay
Greaseballs found on two South Shore beaches on Monday do not necessarily mean the water is contaminated, Environment Minister Trevor Moniz said.
Bees are dying. Here’s why you should care
Bermudian bees are dying – a fact that bodes ill for plant and marine life in and around the island, according to local scientists, beekeepers and environmentalists.
New butterfly house at Brighton Nurseries is a hit
Brighton Nurseries recently opened a butterfly house, and it's drawing a lot of attention.
Ocean Vet team to share adventures
The Ocean Vet crew will be sharing the underwater adventures filming their upcoming international series, at a public lecture on Monday at BUEI at 7:30pm.
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New facility to clean up hospital sewage
A new hospital sewage treatment facility will help reduce the amount of pollution entering the sea off Bermuda.
Students are eco-warriors
The Eco-Schools programme, a new initiative to promote sustainability in schools, has been launched in Bermuda and it is already beginning to bear fruit.
BEST lauds research that questions cruise ships’ green credentials
BEST chairman Stuart Hayward says the cruise industry needs to do more for the environment, according to recent environmental sustainability research.
Fun times ahead as work begins on new giant eel playground
A giant eel and a replica of the St David's lighthouse will form the centrepiece of a new playground in Dockyard, near the Keep Pond by Dolphin Quest.
Minister: Bermuda’s beaches are safe
Bermuda's beaches are safe for swimming, and Government tests the water twice a week, Environment Minister Trevor Moniz said on Wednesday.
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