From the category archives:

Eco Matters

Nuke It: The Radioactive Way to Cook

by Kevin McCann 05.27.2010

Why it matters:
This is our food we’re talking about here.
Recap:
“Zap it!” “Nuke it!” These sound like scary things that overzealous generals want to do to Godzilla.
But we say these things all the time. In fact, they’re all euphemisms for “Microwave [...]

Not Your Average Climate Bill

by Kevin McCann 05.19.2010

Why it matters:
This is the nation’s first real step toward climate action in years.
Recap:
“I’m just a climate bill. Yes, I’m just a climate bill. And I’m sitting here on Capitol Hill.”
Okay maybe it’s not as catchy as the original, but [...]

BP Proves Why Old Models Fail

by Kevin McCann 05.11.2010

Why it matters:
Because a lot of policy makers, including our President, have proposed more offshore drilling.
Recap:
You know in movies like “There Will Be Blood” where the guy is drilling for oil and he strikes a rich, gooey pocket and a [...]

Don Blankenship: The Man Behind MTR… and the West Virginia Coal Mine Disaster

by Kevin McCann 05.06.2010

Why it matters:
Because Blankenship is the big man on campus when it comes to coal, and it seems his disregard for the environment is rivaled only by his disregard for human life.
Recap:
From plane crashes to shootings, sudden, deadly tragedies always [...]

Meatless Mondays…Try It This Week

by Kevin McCann 04.29.2010

Why it matters:
Because just one day a week will help you stay healthier and reduce your carbon and water footprints.
Recap:
Let me start by saying, no, I don’t mean take Monday off from work. Does anyone remember that “Simpsons” where Homer [...]

Better than Round-Up… And Free

by Kevin McCann 04.27.2010

Why it matters:
Because weeds and insects are becoming resistant to chemical pesticides and herbicides, but they’re still poisons and we’re still using them by the barrel.
Recap:
We here at EMD are kind of tough on the folks at Monsanto. Maybe we’re [...]

Zales Says, “Gold? We Don’t Need No Stinking Gold!”

by Kevin McCann 04.16.2010

Why it matters:
Between ore mines wiping out salmon populations and blood diamonds it’s enough to make you dig up your old friendship bracelets.
Recap:
I should start by saying no, that’s not an actual quote from Zales.
A recent AP piece gives the [...]

Fair Trade, Organic Coffee: No Average Cup of Joe

by Kevin McCann 04.12.2010

Why it matters:
Because Americans drinks 400 million cups of coffee a day and that coffee has a serious impact, from seed to mug.
Recap:
When I was a kid, my parents had a very difficult decision to make… Folgers in a giant [...]

Whole Foods Responds: An EcoMatters Mutual Inclusive

by Kevin McCann 04.08.2010

Why it matters:
Because food choices matter more than most.
Recap:
Many of you read our recent post “Whole Foods: Uncertified Organic?“ We brought you a report from Washington D.C.’s local ABC affiliate WJLA that alleged a number of wrong-doings by the super-alterna-grocer, [...]

Best Water Saver Ever: Say Hola to the Olla

by Kevin McCann 04.01.2010

Why it matters:
Because if you’re like me, keeping your plants properly watered is about as simple as designing and building an intergalactic starfighter… Oh, and it saves gallons and gallons of water.
Recap:
Some radical advancements in technology turn out to be… [...]