Chris Dinesen Rogers
Chris Dinesen Rogers is a freelance writer and self-representing watercolor artist. Her art business, Weborg Lodge Studio, specializes in landscape and still life subjects.
Chris's background also includes over 15 years experience in conservation and natural resource protection, with the U.S. Forest Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. In 2001, Chris and her husband, Norm, were given the commission of Colonel by the state of Kentucky for restoration work at Mammoth Cave National Park. Chris and Norm self-published their first book, "101 Things to do on the Wisconsin Great River Road" in 2002 and updated in 2012. She has also published three e-books.
When not writing, Chris enjoys geocaching and boating.
Latest Articles
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The Dirty Secret about Wind Energy
Rather than combating it, wind energy may inadvertently contribute to global warming and climate change by replicating its effects.
May 8, 2012
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The Choice Between Nuclear or Coal Power
Both nuclear and coal power carry enormous environmental risks, albeit in different ways. The choice between the two remains unclear.
Apr 27, 2012
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What Are the Advantages and Disadvantages of Series Hybrid Cars?
Hybrid cars offer an imperfect solution toward reducing greenhouse gas emissions. While fuel efficient, their use may have unintended consequences.
Apr 17, 2012
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Grocery Green: Plastic versus Mesh Produce Bags
While you may be using cloth bags when shopping, you can take going green one step further by using mesh bags instead of plastic for produce.
Apr 11, 2012
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The Importance of Reducing Electrical Noise Pollution
Noise pollution can adversely affect both humans and wildlife. Even common household noises can have serious health impacts.
Apr 9, 2012
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How Changing Diet Patterns Affect Climate Change
An increase in consumption of meat and animal products has driven a rise in farm animal populations. This can feed an increase in greenhouse gas emissions.
Apr 3, 2012
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What Thoreau Can Teach You about Climate Change
The observations of Henry David Thoreau provide evidence of climate change due to alterations in phenology of common plants.
Mar 26, 2012
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Water Conservation in the Bottling Industry
Scrutiny of existing practices and innovative solutions provide ways for the bottling industry to conserve water and reduce its environmental impact.
Mar 13, 2012
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Ecological Saturation and Its Effects on the Environment
Saturation denotes a situation in which a substance or species has reached maximum concentration. It represents a tipping point of balance in the ecosystem.
Mar 6, 2012
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The Carbon Footprint of Beef Shrinks
A diet containing beef has become less environmentally costly, yet it still carries a larger carbon footprint than a vegetarian diet.
Feb 9, 2012
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