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Sunday, November 16th, 2008
Green Celebrities and Their Eccentric Eco-Islands
Who doesn’t dream of their own private island - especially one that’s eco-friendly and self-sustaining?
Celebrity islands are nothing new - but as more superstars adopt green lifestyles, we’re seeing the number of celebrity eco-islands steadily rise. From hydrogen and solar power and desalination systems to organic gardens amid nature reserves, these green celebrities are [...]
No Comments » - Posted in Alternative Energy, Design and Architecture, Living Green by danielle
Saturday, November 8th, 2008
Obama’s #1 Priority - What Will a ‘New Energy Economy’ Bring?
“We can’t solve global warming because I f—ing changed light bulbs in my house. It’s because of something collective.”
Taken from Newsweek’s special “How He Did It, 2008″ behind-the-scenes election report, the above quote makes it clear that Barack Obama understands the scale of his ‘new energy economy‘ campaign promises - but will he deliver? [...]
1 Comment » - Posted in Politics and Policy by danielle
Wednesday, October 29th, 2008
The Search for Automotive Independence and Sustainable Transport
Automobiles have become an integral part of life over the past century. Unfortunately, the idea of sustainable transport wasn’t considered until more recently. Limited performance models powered by hydro motors and those operating on electricity were quickly forsaken for the power and convenience of gasoline and diesel engines.
Why Petroleum Based Fuels Are Not [...]
1 Comment » - Posted in Sustainable Innovation, Transport Technologies by danielle
Sunday, October 26th, 2008
What’s On Your Plate? - Cool and Creative Green Tableware
From disposable to reusable, many people are looking for a greener alternative to traditional dishes and flatware. There are a number of reasons individuals are making the switch to biodegradable cups and recycled plates - and there are several eco-friendly products available, from disposable plates made with nothing more than fallen leaves to elegant [...]
3 Comments » - Posted in Earth-Friendly Products, Living Green, Sustainable Innovation by danielle
Tuesday, October 21st, 2008
Sustainable Living - Today, Tomorrow, and Beyond
Sustainable living is more than an idea - it’s a necessity. Our lifestyle is quite dependent on the planet, from valuable and limited land to the nonrenewable fossil fuels we’re quickly depleting. Unfortunately, we’ve continued to take from the earth without considering the effects it could have on our future.
Yes, the planet may survive [...]
