Good News: Renewable Energy Rising Rapidly in US Over the past couple of years, the “Monthly Energy Review” by the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) has shown renewable energy sources growing steadily (i.e., biofuels, biomass, geothermal, hydroelectric, solar, wind). For … Continued
Obama’s top climate and energy official Carol Browner says there’s virtually no chance Congress will have a climate bill ready for him to sign before Copenhagen negotiations begin in early December. She said the Senate may be able to complete … Continued
Fall rainy days and children combine to produce the inevitable complaint, “I’m bored.” Not too long ago my youngest daughter and I came up with a genius solution to the “I’m bored’s” which was fun and educational. Here’s how it … Continued
First released in 2006, Greenpeace’s most recent Greener Electronics guide shows notable shifts from past issues. The guide ranks the 18 top manufacturers of personal computers, mobile phones, TVs and game consoles according to their policies on toxic chemicals, recycling … Continued
Have you ever visited www.dsireusa.org What a great site to get your mind thinking about alternative energies and a more sustainable lifestyle. DSIRE or Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency is“a comprehensive source of information on state, local, … Continued
In a parched experimental plot at the edge of UC Riverside, several dozen mounds of grass poke out of the powdery soil. These plants have the soft, narrow leaf blades and dark-green hue that would make them a welcome addition … Continued
We take continuing ed courses on alternative energy devices on occasion. Currently we are focusing on solar electric systems for the home and the question always is asked of the instructor, “Why is solar electric so high priced?” The answer … Continued
In cities across the country, people are converting small plots of land into 1/4 acres or more of urban plenty. Perhaps it is concerns about a tighter budget, an interest in eating locally, or maybe it’s just an enhanced appreciation … Continued
We believe in composting because not only does it allow reuse of waste but as with all sustainable efforts it makes one think about what they consume. Our Twitter site has an ongoing discussion on composting Sadly most animal waste … Continued
We admire Tom Friedman since he travels often and attempts to value the world in a net present value calculation ie looking deep into the future and netting what he sees out there back to today. China, as witnessed by … Continued
