Archive for May, 2008

Save the Whales from Navy Sonar

Friday, May 16th, 2008

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This is one of the more bizarre environmental issues.  Apparently, the Navy’s sonar equipment is very damaging to whales. (more…)

A/V Fridays - Eddie Goes to Gaithersburg

Friday, May 16th, 2008

Tip of the Day - Sweep Sidewalks and Driveways

Friday, May 16th, 2008

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Yesterday, when we talked about car wax, Torie brought up an excellent point. I wanted to share it and add on. (more…)

What’s Going On

Friday, May 16th, 2008

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Ecollo suggests a Brelli if you’re in the market for a new umbrella.

WiseBread talks about shipping container homes.

The Modern Gal wants to know - how walkable is your city?

The Green Life says polar bears are (sort of) protected.

The Weather Channel talks about the symptoms of green fatigue. Do you have it?

Simple + Green lists 20 places climate change may erase.

If you’re going to be in San Francisco this Sunday, help Fake Plastic Fish with the Take Back the Filter campaign.

Keep Supporting Take Back the Filter

Thursday, May 15th, 2008

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The Take Back the Filter Campaign, started by Beth Terry and friends, has collected over 3,800 signatures on the petition to get Brita to take back their filters for recycling.If you haven’t signed the petition yet, go over and add your name. If you have signed the petition already, I bet you know five people you could talk to about the campaign. And if you use a Brita pitcher, don’t forget to send your used filters to Take Back the Filter to help the cause.

Tip of the Day - Make Your Own Car Wax

Thursday, May 15th, 2008

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Rachel e-mailed me yesterday to ask if I’d ever done a post on a greener way to wash your car.

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What’s Going On

Thursday, May 15th, 2008

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Erikka has a discussion going on Farewell, My Subaru. Join in!

Haute Nature talks about the greenhouse barge.

Organic Needle gets advice from the worm man.

Compost Guy tells us how to compost pet poop.

Greener Vegas wonders if it’s okay to love Whole Foods.

Works for Me Wednesday: Easy Lemonade

Wednesday, May 14th, 2008

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I came across the Works for Me Wednesday carnival through Gray Matters and decided to throw my link into the ring.

I don’t know about you, but I get really sick of drinking plain water. But aside from the occasional natural soda, I don’t let myself buy packaged beverages. I make a pitched of iced tea sometimes, but that takes foresight, because the tea has to brew and cool. So I’ve found a way to make lemonade that’s almost “instant” without lots of packaging, expense, or calories. (more…)

Tip of the Day - Go for Greener Contacts

Wednesday, May 14th, 2008

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I had to run to the store to buy contact lens solution.  I bought my usual conventional brand, because that’s all the store near our house had, but it got me wondering if there was a greener way to go. (more…)

What’s Going On

Wednesday, May 14th, 2008

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The Green Life says there’s good news for the scarlet macaw.

Ecorazzi reports that FOX “News” blames high grocery prices on Al Gore.

The Good Human wants us all to agree on Global Cleaning.

Blogfish talks about flooding the Grand Canyon.

Grist discusses the climate benefits of organic farming.

Ecollo says green cars pick up chicks.

Eddie wants you to send a poo bag.

Witch Hazel talks about tea tree oil.