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World Water Day, or, How a Drip Changes The World
Water is a big deal. Life does not exist with out it, as well; it is also a multi billion dollar industry. This challenges us to truly look at water, and make a decision on where we want our world to be in 10 years. Water management is finally on many governments agendas, and many more people are taking action to ensure clean safe water for the world.
First a little background. Treehugger.com has a great chart showing what percent of the world’s water is accessible and usable for humans, as well as how it relates to other water stats. It is amazing how little water keeps humans going.… Continue reading
EcoMonday: What is green?
What is green?
Oh heck, here come the barrage of comments. Everyone has their own definition of green, and it relates to the passion the individual believes in. It can be very difficult to have a conversation with someone about a “green” topic, as there are two or more definitions being used. If we do not value the other persons definition of green, derogatory terms such as green washing are used to devalue the person or group.
There is a great, concise, working definition from Urban Referrals. It is directed towards the renovation community, but it applies to many other interactions. Continue reading
EcoMonday: Carbon Busters
Once and a while you find a group of people who have quietly led the way, and they need to be celebrated. I had met the owners of Carbon Busters a few times over the last couple of years. Enthusiastic and passionate about energy reduction, they give allot to the environmental community.
Carbon Busters has many facets. From books for the general public like… Continue reading
