Category: Environment
Photos: 2010 BIOS Marine Science Day
Hundreds of locals converged upon the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences [BIOS] Ferry reach campus as they held their annual Marine Science Day this past Saturday [Nov 20]. Activities were on offer that sparked the imaginations of visitors of all ages; wacky science [see videos here], mini research cruises, puppet show, BIOS’s remotely operated mini... Read more of this article
Video: Marine Technician Explains BIOS Equipment
During their Marine Science Day held on November 20, Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences [BIOS] marine technician Matt Wilkinson briefly explained what he called the “most important” piece of equipment as far as data collection aboard BIOS’s multimillion-dollar research ship the HSBC Atlantic Explorer. The machine is lowered into... Read more of this article
Videos: Generating Biofuel From the Sargasso Sea
During their Marine Science Day held today [Nov 20] Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences [BIOS] research technician Matt Bradfield explained research that BIOS is undertaking to generate alternative energy from marine algae from the Sargasso Sea. Calling it the “ultimate green fuel,” Mr Bradfield said that there are 1.3 million species of... Read more of this article
Seminar: PureNERGY Alternative Energy Options
On Thursday, 18th November, Business Bermuda hosted the second free luncheon seminar in the series of six. Vice President and General Manager of PureNERGY Renewables, Ltd., Kevon Makell [pictured] addressed an audience of over 20 on the topic of Alternative Energy. One of the key issues raised was the need for all Bermudians to work together with... Read more of this article
Videos: Agriculture in Bermuda’s Future
“The Role of Agriculture in Bermuda’s Future” is an in-depth paper, researched and prepared by Bermudian Aran McKittrick. The report seeks to summarise historic and modern challenges facing the agricultural industry and Bermuda’s dwindling stock of arable land. The island has lost an estimated 87% of its agricultural land in the last eighty... Read more of this article
Upcoming: BIOS Marine Science Day
This coming Saturday [Nov 20] locals will have the opportunity to learn more about the ocean and land of our tiny mid-Atlantic island. The Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences [BIOS] will hold its annual open house, Marine Science Day, at its Ferry Reach campus in St. George’s. A wide range of research and tools will be on show at BIOS for the public... Read more of this article
Full Report: Bermuda’s Agricultural Crisis
Both the island’s agricultural sector and its arable land reserves are in a state of crisis and risk becoming obsolete unless urgent remedial action is taken, according to the findings of a newly released report. Entitled “The Role of Agriculture in Bermuda’s Future” and researched and prepared by Bermudian Aran McKittrick, the report seeks... Read more of this article
Webcast System Perfected Here Used in Africa
Two University of Central Florida professors are teaching classes to their Orlando students from Africa using digital and satellite technology described as “Skype on steroids” which was perfected in Bermuda two years ago. The webcasts from South Africa and Swaziland are being broadcast using a wireless camera system developed by UCF’s... Read more of this article
Pew Charitable Trusts Meet with Minister
Last week representatives from The Global Ocean Legacy initiative of the Pew Charitable Trusts met with Minister for the Environment, Planning and Infrastructure Strategy Walter Roban to discuss ways in which the organization can assist Bermuda and international partners in an historic effort to enhance the protection of the Sargasso Sea. This was an... Read more of this article
Bermuda Homeowners Take to Solar Power
Local company Alternative Energy Systems (Bermuda) Ltd. (AES) has installed enough solar power systems to generate a record 50 kilowatts of power for homes in Bermuda. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency over a 25 year period, 50 kilowatts of solar energy could offset the emission of more than a thousand tons of dangerous pollutants... Read more of this article
Video: Minister Roban Speaks On Environment
After yesterday’s [Nov 5] Throne Speech Minister of Environment, Planning & Infrastructure Walter Roban spoke, addressing various matters including coral reefs, planning applications, water resources, energy conservation and more. Matters of the environment were addressing during the Throne Speech, the relevant portions are below: During... Read more of this article
BEST on Warwick Long Bay Beach Bar
Environmental group BEST has commented on the news that Mr. Belcario Thomas has re-submitted his application to build a beach bar and restaurant at Warwick Long Bay. On August 4th 2010, Justice Ian Kawaley quashed Environment Minister Glen Blakeney’s decision allow a beach bar to be built on Warwick Long Bay. The Minister’s decision came after the... Read more of this article
