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WED postersThe official WED 2010 poster series was inspired by the emerging field of biomimicry and the beautiful and intriguing solutions present in the natural world.

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An Utopian notion - what if all the affected parties of biological diversity could discuss it together?

Therefore, a conference of animals with a sense of responsibility is depicted. Just the same is expected of humans. more>>

Nagoya 2010: Carbon Mapping to Curb Climate Change and Boost Biodiversity
International efforts save dugongs, the world's last remaining 'mermaids'

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Are you getting the most out of your compost? Two problems common to all composting ventures are sufficient moisture content and temperature. Make sure your bin has adequate warmth for high levels of bacterial activity by using black recycled plastic bins that hold high temperatures by absorbing radiant heat from the sun. During the cold season, you could cover your bin with an insulation jacket and in warm weather; keep your bin shaded to avoid drying out.

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