Green Colored Glasses- Green Kids Clothes: Electropura ReviewElectropura is run by fashion designer Lynn van Gastel who creates fashions for kids in sizes o-5 from existing materials. In today’s world where nearly everything seems to be disposable, these fashions rescue fabrics that still have tons of wear in […]
- Skateboard Sculptures of HaroshiCheck out these fantastic skateboard deck sculptures by Japanese artist Haroshi. He’s got an extremely varied portfolio of artwork made from old beat up decks. These five pieces shown here are just some of his latest sculptures. His method of wooden […]
- Eco-Friendly Gift Ideas — For the CookLooking for a green gift idea for the eco-chef in your life?? Check out these kitchen spice racks available in bamboo. Bamboo is a great wood to use because it grows extremely quickly with little water and no use of pesticides […]
- Beads For ChangeAre you looking for an eco-friendly product for the fashionista on your shopping list this year? Check out Beads for Change. This program employs women of Uganda who live in hillside slums. They are refugees after decades of war in […]
- Oil Town LivingI’ve got to admit that I live in the middle of a city fueled by oil. Make no mistake about it, Calgary is definitely an oil town. We’ve got a terrible reputation as red necks with out Stampede and a […]
- Penguin SweatersTo be clear, this post is about tiny sweaters for penguins such as pictured on the left. I am not writing about sweaters for humans with penguins on them such as this one from Chanel pictured on the right. It’s […]
- Getting In Bernie Madoff’s PantsThey say you can’t judge a man until you’ve walked a mile in his shoes so can you judge him after using his pants?? Check out the Bernie Madoff collection on Fredrick James for a cool selection of Ipad covers […]
- The Ultimate Solar LightHere in the Western world, solar lights are a novelty not a necessity. It’s easy to forget about people living on other places of our small planet that aren’t going green to save the world. They’re simply living hand to […]
- Etsy Find: Talking Squid Recycles TeesTalking Squid is not just saving the planet by recycling t-shirts, they’re also helping you save money with their huge 50% off summer sale. Yup, half off! So, what could you spend half as much on?? Well, they’ve got an outstanding […]
- Quitting SmokingQuitting smoking is one of the best things that you can do for the health of the environment and yourself. Cigarette butts make up about 80% of litter commonly found on streets. The exhaled fumes from cigarette smoke are a […]
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Author Archives: James Gerken
Tornado Death Toll Revised
(SCROLL DOWN FOR LIVE UPDATES) AP reports: The state medical examiner’s office has revised the death toll from a tornado in an Oklahoma City suburb to 24 people, including seven children. Spokeswoman Amy Elliot said Tuesday morning that she believes … Continue reading
Amid Rapid Arctic Warming, U.S. Releases New Strategy
From Climate Central’s Andrew Freedman: With ministers from the eight Arctic states meeting Wednesday in Kiruna, Sweden, for the 2013 ministerial meeting of the Arctic Council, the Obama administration has laid out a broad new U.S. Arctic policy that sets … Continue reading
Scientists Explain Mystery Behind Real-Life Eternal Flame
By Douglas Main, LiveScience Staff Writer: Nestled behind a waterfall in western New York state is an eternal flame whose beauty is only surpassed by its mystery. It is one of a few hundred “natural” eternal flames around the world, … Continue reading
This Is What The Cicadas Have Missed In 17 Years
The cicadas are back … and they’ve missed a lot. By late May 2013, millions of cicadas will emerge from the ground along the U.S. East Coast for the first time in 17 years. Most of the noisy, inch-and-a-half long … Continue reading
PHOTO: Little Sloth Really Wants To Be Your Friend
Is this sloth peering deep into our souls? Captioned “This little guy will melt you heart,” this photo posted to Reddit has already melted ours. We’re not sure if it’s cuter than this pile of sloths and teddy bears, but … Continue reading
Nuclear Plant Shut Down Due To Leak
Palisades Nuclear Power Plant in southwestern Michigan was taken offline Sunday after operators discovered a leak from a water tank. Although the tank has leaked twice in less than a year, officials say there is no immediate risk. “There is … Continue reading
Former ‘Price Is Right’ Host Makes Big Offer To Save Animals
From Mother Nature Network’s Michael d’Estries: Bob Barker may be nearing his ninth decade, but the former “Price is Right” host certainly isn’t letting age slow him down. After learning that officials at Washington University in St. Louis (WUSTL) are … Continue reading
Is the Sun the Only Thing Powerful Enough to Unite Democrats and Republicans?
From TakePart contributor RL Miller: A funny thing is happening on the way to conservative attacks on solar energy—some conservatives are championing renewable energy over fossil fuel interests. The reason is simple: It’s called employment. It turns out that renewable … Continue reading
Scientists Listen For Thirsty Trees’ Distress Calls
By Elizabeth Howell, OurAmazingPlanet Contributor: Like a person gasping for air when it’s in short supply, living trees make noises when they are running out of water, and a team of French scientists is a step closer to pinpointing the … Continue reading
Wild Weather Swings May Be A Sign Of Climate Change
From Climate Central’s Andrew Freedman: For a political candidate, being labeled a “flip-flopper” can be a career killer. Just ask Secretary of State John Kerry, who lost his 2004 presidential race in part because of his reputation for voting against … Continue reading