1. What’s Going On

    Posted on June 30, 2009 by Allie

    Inhabitat says chicken feathers may be the fuel of choice in the future.

    The Daily Green takes a look at the top nine natural deodorants.

    The Good Human sums up the climate bill.

    Scientific American discusses the link between geothermal drilling and earthquakes.

    Earth First has seven ideas for eco-friendly business cards.

    Go Green Travel Green asks if green flights are possible.

    Enviroblog talks about growing veggies in urban soil.

    Don’t forget to vote for the eco-charity of your choice!

  2. What’s Going On

    Posted on June 23, 2009 by Allie

    Tiny Choices debates the eco-ethics of peeing outside.

    Effect Measure talks about Zicam, anosmia, and the scary truth about Homeopathic drugs and FDA regulations.

    Inhabitat found beautiful jewelry made from recycled plastic.

    Scientific American discusses cutting cow flatulence with garlic.

    Earth First says we may be out of fish by 2050.

    The Daily Green talks about the EPA investigation of flea and tick preventatives.

    The Good Human discusses community solar power.

  3. What’s Going On

    Posted on June 9, 2009 by Allie

    Inhabitots is having an Eco-Cutey Photo contest.

    Ecollo has a list of 21 things you should be recycling, but probably aren’t.

    Wisebread has a guide for buying eggs.

    The Green Life discusses fracking (it’s not what you think).

    Skepticblog talks about the issues with the efficiency of locally grown produce.

    Organic Needle has a list of charities that will take your old stuff.

    Inhabitat says scientists have figured out how to grow plastic on trees.

    The Good Human puts MacGyver to shame with his solar-powered space heater.

  4. What’s Going On

    Posted on May 19, 2009 by Allie

    I’ve been busy covering my strawberries and the herb garden with old bedsheets every night because we keep getting frost!  Come on!  It’s May!  I bought a bunch of plants at the garden center last week and haven’t been able to get them in the ground yet.  Hopefully, this is the end of the frost.  I am so ready for summer.

    Chiot’s Run has been feeling the freeze too.

    The Good Human talks about green product verification seals.

    No Impact Man has a resource for open source environmentalism.

    Green as a Thistle reminds us that green is not a competition.

    The Green Life says not all toilet paper is created equal.

    Crunchy Chicken has a natural solution for ingrown hairs.

    Come the Revolution found 7 perfect survival foods.

    Fake Plastic Fish celebrates National Bike Month.

    Crazy Sexy Life talks about empowering women to save the planet.

    What’s going on with you?

  5. What’s Going On

    Posted on May 12, 2009 by Allie

    Ecollo reviews the new eco-friendly shoe line from Payless.

    Scientific American takes a look at why U.S. cars aren’t as efficient as European diesels.

    EarthFirst discusses the ridiculousness that is the Louis Vuitton solar-powered suitcase.

    Wisebread has great ways to reuse your stuff, and ways to recycle everything from batteries to Crocs.

    One Green Generation is growing tea.

    Eddie gives us an update on the pet food testing.

    The Green Life looks at ways to recycle yourself.

    Inhabitat grows green carpet.

    The Good Human cheers on Governor Patterson saying no to bottled water.


  6. What’s Going On

    Posted on May 5, 2009 by Allie

    The Green Life has tips for a greener Cinco de Mayo.

    Retro Housewife Goes Green guest posts about the challenges of living green in a small town.

    The Good Human discusses greener gutters.

    Haute Nature found the coolest indoor/outdoor vertical garden and I want one!!!

    The Modern Gal discovers a pizza box that really works it.

    No Impact Man calls out companies who supported global warming lies.

    I am dragging my feet in the worst way today!  Not sure what I can do to snap out of it.  What do you to get moving?

    And, what’s going on with you?

  7. What’s Going On

    Posted on April 28, 2009 by Allie

    Asthma Mom and The Good Human weigh in on swine flu.

    Blogfish says the Great Barrier Reef is recovering.

    WiseBread discusses earth angst at the grocery store.

    Scientific American reports on the scientific discover of Spiderman’s secret.

    Enviroblog wants to know if you’re addicted to plastic.

    Chiot’s Run ponders insects and the balance of nature.

    What’s going on with you?

  8. What’s Going On

    Posted on April 21, 2009 by Allie

    The HuffPo talks Boehner and cow farts.

    EarthFirst wants you to keep drinking organic milk.  It’s working.

    Scientific American quantifies the energy costs of spam (the internet kind, not the canned meat).

    CBS Chicago says Spam (the canned meat, not the internet kind) is making a comeback in this poor economy, but I think tofu or TVP would be the better money saving option.

    Petite Planet asks you to please stay home if you’re sick.

    Ecollo says those wacky Brits are going to turn garden weeding into a sport.

    National Geographic has a slide show of quirky ways to celebrate Earth Day.

    The Good Human discusses greener banking habits.

    Fake Plastic Fish rocks an outfit made from plastic garbage.

    One Green Generation teaches Seed Starting 101.

  9. What’s Going On

    Posted on April 14, 2009 by Allie

    Organic Needle releases the worms.

    Blogfish says your butts don’t belong in the ocean.

    EarthFirst discusses cloud seeding as a global warming prevention option.

    Ecorazzi talks about Sir David Attenborough’s efforts to curb population growth.

    Petite Planet has ten ways to teach your family to save water.

    The Good Human makes a solar oven.

    Grist hates Earth Day.

    Rob grows upside down tomatoes in old soda bottles.

  10. Little Hemp Houses for You and Me

    Posted on April 9, 2009 by Allie

    Hemp milk, hemp fabric, hempseed oil, and hemp houses?  Read more…

Tip of the Day

Bring Your Own Utensils

I carry a titanium backpacking spork around in my purse.  I know that sounds kind of weird, but it saves me from using disposable utensils when I eat out, and it’s so light, I never even notice that I’m carrying it.

Before the Industrail Revolution it was common for guests to be expected to bring their own utensils with them when invited to dine, because utensils were expensive, labor intensive items, and most people didn’t own extra sets.  Now, when it’s possible to buy a set of 1,000 plastic utensils for under $20, people don’t even think about bringing their own.

But think of the plastic waste that can be saved by slipping a fork from home in your purse on the way out the door.  You don’t need anything fancy.  Grab one from your kitchen drawer, or if you’re worried about loosing a piece of a set, pick up a few spare utensils the next time you hit a discount store, thrift shop, or yard sale.  It’s simple a simple way to cut down waste, and it’s always nicer to eat with real utensils anyway.

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