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Walmart Commits to Historic Eco-labeling

by Kevin McCann 07.21.2009

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 [...]

LA Announces, Ends Free Parking Program for Clean Air Vehicles

by Kevin McCann 06.23.2009

Why it matters:
Because cities and states need to build on existing incentive programs for clean air vehicles, rather than cut them.
Recap:
According to a recent announcement by the Los Angeles Department of Transportation, the city’s free-parking-for-clean-air-vehicles program…is over.
In 2004, then Mayor Jim [...]