Daily Archives: August 11, 2008

An ecophile's take on the Pixar parable Wall-E

Posted on August 11, 2008 by Laura B.

Read the full story in Plenty Magazine. They say that if you want to prepare for parenthood, or just grow up a little, you should get yourself a houseplant. If that goes well, maybe you graduate to a Labrador retriever … Continue reading →

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A dozen US cities (and not the ones you’d expect) are taking the fight against climate change to the streets

Posted on August 11, 2008 by Laura B.

Read the full story in Plenty Magazine. You’ve no doubt heard about the “greening” of many American cities, in which mayors, neighborhoods, and citizens are adding more green space, comprehensive recycling service, emissions reduction and energy efficiency programs, bike trails, … Continue reading →

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Latest issue of Biodiesel Magazine

Posted on August 11, 2008 by Laura B.

The September 2008 issue of Biodiesel Magazine is now available. Highlights include: 2008 Proposed Biodiesel Plant List Paying a Premium Proving the Collocation Concept Plantation-Scale Oil Production Improving the Bottom Line On the Front End Argentina’s Burgeoning Biodiesel Industry A … Continue reading →

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EPA Seeks Applications for Clean Air Excellence Awards

Posted on August 11, 2008 by Laura B.

EPA and the Clean Air Act Advisory Committee (CAAAC) are accepting applications for the Ninth Annual Clean Air Excellence Awards Program. Winners are honored for outstanding accomplishments in programs, projects or technologies that reduce air pollution emissions.  Applicants are judged … Continue reading →

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Fuel Costs Boost Conservation Efforts; 7 in 10 Reducing 'Carbon Footprint'

Posted on August 11, 2008 by Laura B.

Read the press release. High energy prices are double-teaming with environmental concerns to prompt broad conservation efforts, with seven in 10 Americans saying they’re trying to reduce their “carbon footprint,” chiefly by driving less, using less electricity and recycling. More … Continue reading →

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Giant Retailers Look to Sun for Energy Savings

Posted on August 11, 2008 by Laura B.

Read the full story in the New York Times. Chains are seizing a chance to bolster environmental credentials, and gain a tax advantage, by installing solar roof panels before a Dec. 31 deadline.

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The latest issue of GreenBuzz

Posted on August 11, 2008 by Laura B.

For a full-color, graphic version of this newsletter, go to http://greenbiz.com/enewsletter. Defining Ecodesign Through Awards By Jonathan Bardelline http://greenbiz.com/podcast/2008/08/06/defining-ecodesign-through-awards Jane Savage, a judge for the International Design Excellence Awards, speaks with GreenBiz Radio about highlights from the ecodesign category and … Continue reading →

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Green Clean Schools National Summit

Posted on August 11, 2008 by Laura B.

Date and Time: Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008, 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. with reception to follow Location: 1800 Massachusetts Avenue, NW Washington, DC In 2006, the state of New York passed a law requiring green cleaning in schools. In 2007, … Continue reading →

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