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The Environmental Impacts of Flooding and How to Protect Against Them
Throughout the northeast and mid-Atlantic regions of the country, communities are dealing with the many ramifications of flooding caused by Irene and exacerbated by Lee. As my family attempts to drain a basement that seems likely to be inundated with more water at the next hint of rain, I began to wonder about the environmental [...]
‘Occupy Wall Street’ Protest Heads Into a Two-Week Stance
Today is Thursday, Sept. 29, 2011 and the 13th day of “Occupy Wall Street.” Little has been reported by mainstream media about “Occupy Wall Street” because of varied excuses. Some cite the lack of a unified message on the part of the protestors as the reason, another, that the protest is drawing small numbers, and [...]
The Republican Presidential Candidates: Where Do They Stand on the Environment?
As we enter the fall of 2011, the race for the presidency is well underway, and those of us in states that hold the first presidential primaries are still receiving the brunt of the attention. The Republican candidates have swarmed New Hampshire and have made clear what is truly important to them and what they [...]
Vermi-What?
Imagine creating your own nutrient rich soil booster right in your own home, using nothing but trash, water, air and … worms? If you think that sounds crazy, think again. Vermicomposting has become one of the latest must-do green projects for anyone looking to reduce waste and promote healthy living, and is considered a viable [...]
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Alternatives To Pesticide Use
According to an EPA report, over 5 billion pounds of herbicides and pesticides were used across the United States in 2007. The majority of that staggering number was used in agriculture to produce food products for human and livestock consumption. A study done by a USDA program found that 40% of fresh fruits and vegetables had [...]
Simple Sustainablility With Small Livestock
Sustainability can be described as a “closed loop system”, meaning that there is no outside input and each part of the system sustains itself and supports other parts of the system. Small livestock are an integral part of self sufficiency by not only providing food but by also providing manure for fertilizer, waste reduction and [...]
Obama’s Big Decision, and What It Means for Us
Two weeks ago, President Obama tapped into the nation’s Strategic Petroleum Reserve for the first time since 2008. This reserve, located along the Gulf Coast of Texas and Louisiana, is currently quoted to contain 726.5 million barrels of crude oil, which are meant to allow us to meet our country’s immense demand for oil in [...]
Animals in Entertainment: Your Actions Protect their Rights
Growing up I did go to the zoo and circus, one time for each from what I can remember. But as I got older and began educating myself on what really happens to these captive animals, it depressed me and I haven’t returned to a zoo or circus since. I remember an argument I had with [...]
Highlights from the San Francisco Green Festival
This past weekend we attended the Green Festival in San Francisco, which showcased over 300 exhibitors and 125 speakers on a variety of green topics. Speakers included Amy Goodman of Democracy Now!, John Viera of Ford Motor Company, San Francisco Supervisor David Campos, and a number of green business entrepreneurs, activists, and policy makers. We [...]
