Articles by Grist staff

Something’s Fishy

A coalition of lawmakers, environmentalists, and fishers are angling to ban genetically modified (GM) fish from California. One proposed ban would prevent live transgenic fish from entering the state; another plan would require special labeling for GM fish sold for consumption in California stores. One other state, Maryland, has restricted genetically altered fish, and federal […]

Kerry-ed Away

From the with-friends-like-these department: Environmentalists reacted with “stunned surprise” to an announcement yesterday by Sen. John Kerry (D-Mass.) that he would consider supporting increased use of diesel fuel in automobiles. Speaking to a reporter, Kerry said, “I would personally be willing to embrace bringing diesel into the mix. The gains in terms of fuel are […]

London Smog

A smoggy day in London town? Mayor Ken Livingstone plans to change that: Beginning next year, motorists entering central London between 7 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. will have to pony up five pounds ($7) per day. About 40,000 vehicles per hour enter central London, a figure officials hope will drop by 15 percent thanks to […]

Pander-monium

BP, the world’s third-largest oil company, announced last night that it will halt all of its political contributions worldwide. The decision appears to reflect a desire to avoid accusations of influence peddling in the era of Enron, and could set a precedent for other companies. It could also be seen as a triumph for anti-globalization […]