Los Angeles and NASA: Radical Collaboration for Green Innovation

by Kevin McCann 07.22.2009
los angeles energy

Why it matters:
Because these guys put a man on the moon back when computers were the size of a house.  And because the benefits of a collaboration like this are bound to reach far beyond Los Angeles.
Recap:
According to a recent [...]

Walmart Commits to Historic Eco-labeling

by Kevin McCann 07.21.2009
walmart green initiative

Why it matters:
Because Walmart just happens to be the largest retailer on the planet.
Recap:
The Los Angeles Times recently featured this article about a new Walmart program to slap an “eco-rating” on the products in its stores.  The program, which [...]

Climate Change Wars: 7 Most Likely Locations

by Kevin McCann 07.20.2009
sudan war drought

Why it matters:
Because humans, like any other animal, aren’t likely to let themselves starve before they decide to fight for food and water.
Recap:
Everyone loves Top-Ten lists!  Letterman!  Top-Ten beach reads!  Top-Ten cities for young, hip, and active parents!  (Spoiler alert: [...]

Largest Environmental Disaster in American History

by Kevin McCann 07.20.2009
devastates tennessee, cancer, coal, spill, water, toxic

Why it matters:
“Largest environmental disaster in American history.”
Recap:
CNN’s Dr. Sanjay Gupta shot a story about a small town in eastern Tennessee (video to the right).  The town really is picturesque.  It’s quiet, quaint (the residents have accents… We love accents!), [...]

USDA Redefines “Organic” Label To Include Synthetic Materials

by Kevin McCann 07.10.2009
growing organic vegetables why

Why it matters:
Because food labels should convey truthful and accurate information, especially when it comes to Organic.
Recap:
According to reports in several publications including the Washington Post, the USDA recently announced relaxed new standards for its “USDA Organic” label to include [...]

Don’t Play with Fire(works)

by Wyatt Shev 07.02.2009
local firework safety 4th of july

Why it matters:
The fourth of July is just around the corner.  Everyone understands that fireworks can often cause injury, but did you know they damage the environment even if you don’t lose an eye in the process?
Recap:
Fireworks release a number [...]

Toronto Says Green Roofs a Must for New Construction

by Kevin McCann 07.02.2009
Biodiverse design green roof

Why it matters:
Because Green Roofs produce oxygen and greatly reduce heating and cooling costs.
Recap:
According to an announcement from Mother Nature Network, the City of Toronto has recently passed a law requiring 20-60% green roofing on all new construction projects over [...]

Obama Administration Gives Thumbs Up To Mountaintop Removal Mining

by Kevin McCann 06.30.2009
Effect of Mountain Top Removal West Virginia

Why it matters:
Because mountains are supposed to have tops… Except Mt. St. Helens.  She removed her own.
Recap:
In this article from Mother Nature Network, our own Scott Badenoch reports on President Obama’s tough new stance on Mountaintop Removal Mining.  And that [...]

Support Proper Recycling Practices

by Nancy Astrid Lindo 06.30.2009
25 ways to recycle

Why it matters:
Proper recycling practices save time and energy.
Recap:
Too many people are unclear about what they can and cannot recycle.  The reality is that each municipality has its own set of rules and regulations; what works in one city may [...]

Consumer Reports Pans New Honda Hybrid

by Kevin McCann 06.30.2009
honda insight mpg

Why it matters:
Because if you’re in the market for a new car, you need to be looking at more than just hybrids (no, I don’t mean Yukons and Hummers).
Recap:
“The Insight is the most disappointing Honda Consumer Reports has tested in a [...]

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