Tag Archives: carbon footprint
oil spill: pause for thoughts
With the oil spill in the Gulf making daily headlines, and rearing ugly debates among politicians, business persons, and coastal dwellers alike, the EY can’t help but think of alternatives to personal consumption of fossil fuels. This thought does not … Continue reading
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travel smart.
Business, leisure, or sheer free-spiritedness. No matter your reason for travel, do it smart. Use less energy, make less of an impact, and enjoy your time without the extra baggage. Pun intended. A few ideas: Pack synthetic clothing that can … Continue reading
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challenge: energy efficiency & your power bill
I got my power bill in the mail. Unlike most bills, I’m usually very interested to see how my energy consumption measures up. And so it was, pleased again. A $22 power bill is something to be proud of, in … Continue reading
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here’s an Eco Fellow with a solid message
Annie Leonard is the author of The Story of Stuff: How Our Obsession With Stuff Is Trashing The Planet, Our Communities, And Our Health – And A Vision For Change. You have probably heard of this — it was buzzing … Continue reading
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Google Maps goes bicycle friendly
The two-wheel wielding urbanite can now better equip him or herself to tackle city terrain in a safer way. Google has developed a new function for its popular map views. Now, you can view bicycle friendly routes for 150 U.S. cities. The … Continue reading
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