environment

30 Jun 2010

EPA Releases First Round of Toxicity Testing Data for Eight Oil Dispersants

Earlier today I posted the announcement that a phone call will be happening with the EPA and BP announcing the first round of toxicity data from the oil dipersants in the gulf. Here are the notes from the phone call that the EPA had with the press today. WASHINGTON —The US... Read More
29 Jun 2010

Environmentalist Love To Point Fingers But Hate When Others Point Back

Environmentalist are well known for pointing their fingers at eco-wrongdoers however they usually take criticism very poorly themselves. In fact, given the nature of their work, environmentalists might even be more susceptible to erring than others.  The “environment” in “environmentalism” is that surpassingly messy and mutable information field known as the... Read More
29 Jun 2010

Smile or Die: Is Positive Thinking Killing The Green Revolution?

Is positive thinking stifling the green revolution? In the video below acclaimed journalist, author and political activist Barbara Ehrenreich explores the darker side of positive thinking. It might seem like I’m reaching pretty far on this one however, as you listen to Barabara’s speech open up your mind and listen... Read More
28 Jun 2010

No Lessons Learned From the Gulf; UK Opens More of the North Sea for Drilling

With the catastrofy of the gulf the UK is opening the largest area since 1964 for drilling in the North Sea “The North Sea remains an important hub for investment and will continue to be at the heart of the UK’s energy security for years to come.” Charles Hendry, Energy Minister The vital... Read More
27 Jun 2010

Visit to Cat Island (47th Day of the BP Oil Spill)

As the oil spill continues to flood the Gulf of Mexico some people are taking action to document and show what’s happening in the area. Below is a 5 min video that was sent to me by Greenpeace that will give you snapshot of some of the damage that is... Read More
21 Jun 2010

Cap and Trade Explained In Two Minuets

I’m sure you’ve heard the terms Cap and Trade in the news and probably most recently as saving energy has become even more important. Cap and Trade will be affecting us all and is a subject that you’ll need to be educated on because you’ll see it coming through your... Read More
19 Jun 2010

Debate: Does The World Need Nuclear?

Solar, wind, and hydropower is on the lips of every environmentalist shouting it to the masses since the Gulf Oil Spill, but what about nuclear? Nuclear energy is starting to gain momentum as government officials look for new sources of energy. Now as you can see in this debate between... Read More
19 Jun 2010

KinetiCompost; Fosters Quick and Stylish Sustainability

After reading an article on how a small Japanese village recycles everything under the kitchen sink to reach 2020 zero waste goals I started to look around unique ways people can start reducing their waist in cleaner way. Smells, aesthetic appeal, and time it takes to create your own compost... Read More
14 Jun 2010

Obama’s Upcoming Speech & A Letter From the Senator

After four trips to visit the gulf stat affected by the BP disaster President Oboma plans to give his first-ever Oval Office speech to the nation on Tuesday evening.This manmade calamity threatens the nation’s economy, health, and environment. This is also a crucial moment in the BP catastrophe, which threatens... Read More
10 Jun 2010

Greenopolis – We are about doing good

Greenopolis makes a very simple – yet powerful – promise to their users: Help you to recycle easily Help to save our natural resources for our children’s children Track conservation through recycling and re-use Educate and reward conservation Through both the On-Line site of Greenopolis and their physical, On-Street presence of Greenopolis Recycling Kiosks, they allow customers... Read More