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Sam Eaton is an independent radio and television journalist. His reporting on complex environmental issues from climate change to population growth has taken him all over the United States and the world.
Latest Stories (337)
Cracking the HD-DVD code
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Sam Eaton
Dec 29, 2006
A computer hacker is now claiming he's cracked the supposedly hacker-proof code for the budding High Definition DVD technology. Sam Eaton looks at what this may mean to Hollywood's hopes for boosting sagging sales.
Toyota stands alone
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Sam Eaton
Dec 29, 2006
Analysts expect an across-the-board slump in new auto sales for December — except for Toyota. Sam Eaton has details.
Save the polar bears
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Sam Eaton
Dec 28, 2006
The Bush administration has proposed listing polar bears as "threatened" under the Endangered Species Act. And it's not just the Arctic that will feel the consequences. Sam Eaton explains.
Green is the new bottom line
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Sam Eaton
Dec 27, 2006
As energy costs and climate change made headlines in 2006, many businesses began to change their wasteful ways and adopt more sustainable practices. But it's still all about profit.
Good news for struggling former students
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Sam Eaton
Dec 21, 2006
The Department of Education may limit the fees universities can charge for collecting on defaulted student loans. Sam Eaton reports.
Markets have 'clean energy fever '
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Sam Eaton
Dec 20, 2006
Renewable energy investment worldwide could hit $100 billion in 2006. That's great for the industry, but watch out for market corrections on the horizon. Sam Eaton reports.
Battle for cheaper cable
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Sam Eaton
Dec 19, 2006
The FCC decides tomorrow whether to make it easier for phone companies to enter local cable markets. Increased competition would likely drop prices for consumers, but public access channels could suffer. Sam Eaton reports.
Bringing in the outdoors and the green
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Sam Eaton
Dec 18, 2006
The forest greens business is the half-billion-dollar industry that brings you that Christmas wreath on your door. And its roots are in a largely underground economy. Sam Eaton reports.
European ski resorts fear melting profits
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Sam Eaton
Dec 13, 2006
A new climate report says a critical lack of snow in Europe might be only the tip of the iceberg for its thawing slopes. Sam Eaton reports.
Oil money flowing out of dollars
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Sam Eaton
Dec 11, 2006
A report released today says foreign oil-producing companies concerned about extra U.S. scrutiny are replacing dollars with euros and yen. Sam Eaton takes a look at what that might mean for the greenback.