Keeping Green Ideas Simple and Down to Earth
Beyond being annoyed by the overpowering use of fragrances by department stores, magazine, and individual, there is real cause for concern about the safety of perfumes. In fact, the Cancer Prevention Coalition (CPC) has issued a warning that public … [Read more...]
Kombucha tea, made from fermented yeast and bacteria often referred to as a "mushroom", has become increasingly popular in recent years. Enjoyed since the 1800s, this beverage is touted for its detoxifying and energy boosting properties. Small … [Read more...]
Painting the roses red We're painting the roses red We dare not stop Or waste a drop So let the paint be spread We're painting the roses red We're painting the roses red “Would you tell me, please,” said Alice, a little timidly, “why you are … [Read more...]
Malaria is a life-threatening tropical disease that is transmitted through mosquito bites. Caused by the parasite Plasmodium, this disease results in almost one million deaths with most of the victims being children. Unfortunately, scientists have … [Read more...]
It's amazing to think that wind power could actually be on the decline when the alternative energy sector seems to be just taking off in the United States. Wind power generation broke records in 2009 with 9.8 GW of new installation; however, this … [Read more...]
There are many aspects of city life that are stressful. From traffic to noise, urban residents encounter many situations each day that have the potential to raise their blood pressure. Even if you live a calm, meditative municipal life, the very … [Read more...]
Last week, the President's Cancer Panel (the Panel) released a report titled “Reducing Environmental Cancer Risk“ summarizing research conducted in 2008-2009 on "the state of environmental cancer research, policy, and programs addressing known … [Read more...]
It's an old story: a major corporation targets its small competition over alleged trademark infringement. McDonald's attacked McDharma's, a vegetarian fast food restaurant in Santa Cruz, California over "Mc". Now, Clorox is targeting Method … [Read more...]
Earth Day is around the corner, and unfortunately, this day makes me cynical and snarky. Perhaps it's from years in education seeing teachers make token gestures to celebrate the day, or perhaps it is from years of blogging and reading Earth Day … [Read more...]
It's spring time! Along with the abundance of daffodils and wildflowers, poison oak leaves are budding their leaves full of oily residue wreaking havoc on the skin of forest lovers. From the dogs to dirty clothes, I don't even have to go for a … [Read more...]
For the second year, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has compiled a list of cities with the "most energy efficient buildings". To qualify as an energy efficient building, the structure must earn the EPA's Energy Star label. At the top … [Read more...]
From electric car charging stations to solar highways, the Pacific Northwest is a model region for living green. The use of pesticides in public spaces, such as parks and playgrounds, is no exception. Some cities, like Arcata, California, have … [Read more...]
We breathe it in; we breathe it out. We can't survive without out, but often the air we breathe is tainted with pollution. Sometimes is noticeable, such as when visiting smog plagued southern California, but usually we don't even notice air … [Read more...]
Amsterdam, the Netherlands is one of my favorite cities in Europe. The city is known for its predominance of bicycles. In fact, there are approximately 600,000 bicycles for the 750,000 residents. There are even bike shops specializing in … [Read more...]
If you live rent an apartment, own a condominium, live in a shady neighborhood, or simply don't want solar panels on your roof, residents of Colorado have a solution: community solar gardens. What's a community solar garden? It's a unique … [Read more...]
