71.  The move was strongly criticized by environmental groups, who argued that not compiling the register would not make the problem of soil pollution go away.

72.  Environmental groups and small timber traders from around the world have set up a Forest Stewardship Council, charged with deciding what constitutes sustainable tropical forestry.

73.  Environmental groups have warned that the forthcoming UNCED summit faces failure, with differences between North and South more clearly defined than ever.

74.  The decision has been strongly criticized by environmental groups, who argue that Bradwell is one of the dirtiest nuclear reactors in Britain.

75.  Environmental groups have argued that the target is far too conservative.

76.  The report drew little enthusiasm from environmental groups.

77.  Environmental groups deplored the failure of the convention to impose an absolute ban on the dumping of radioactive waste.

78.  Greenpeace and other environmental groups have highlighted the serious dangers arising from the granting of patents on plants genetically engineered to resist herbicides.

79.  A spokeswoman for Friends of the Earth described the withdrawal as a victory for public pressure and the environmental groups.

80.  Seven US environmental groups have accused Taiwan of running an illicit and barbaric trade in endangered wildlife.