The Global Warming StatisticsThe analysis and interpretation of increase in average temperature of the Earth’s near-surface air and the oceans since mid-twentieth century and its projected continuation— Wikipedia |
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Posted in Global Warming Blog, Global Warming Statistics on Apr 29th, 2009
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If you’re looking for a vehicle that has the heart of a bicycle and the soul of a scooter – do I have the thing for you! The A2B by Ultra Motor is a Light Electric Vehicle (LEV) that addresses the need for zero-emission transportation while offering h…
Posted in Global Warming Blog, Global Warming Statistics on Apr 29th, 2009
Here’s a great design concept just in time for summer when gatherings move outdoors and you want the music to move with you. Finnish designer Pekka Salokannel has created the portable and solar-powered Gramo Speakers that allow you to hook up the music inside or outside while skipping the need for electricity.
The speakers are outfitted with three layers of solar PV panels that charge a built-in battery pack so even in the dark, the speakers can keep the party going. If you need to move the speakers further than your patio, they fold flat so that they can be easily carried in a pocket or bag. The volume is be controlled by soft-touch controls on the speakers.
The Gramo is designed to work with your computer, iPod or iPhone.
Since the speakers are still just a concept, there’s no information on the sound quality or pricing. Regardless, it’s a wonderful design. I hope to see these, or something similar, available soon.
via Ecofriend
Posted in Global Warming Blog, Global Warming Statistics on Apr 29th, 2009
We knew that the use of biomass as an energy source was growing, but we didn’t know it had gone chic. L’Oreal Cosmetics has announced that they are installing a biomass system at their factory in Libramont, Belgium where they produce many of their brands’ haircare products.
The plant plant will feature an anaerobic digestion system that will capture methane from waste that comes from nearby cattle farms. When the system’s installation is completed at the end of the summer, methane will be used to generate 85% of the plant’s power. Even better is that this is just a single step in the cosmetics giant’s plan to cut their factory and warehouse emissions in half by 2015 (based on 2005 levels).
In order to meet their goal, the company will be installing additional onsite renewable energy systems like solar PV and solar thermaland buying more green power from suppliers.
The company also hopes to cut their water use by 30 to 35 percent in the same time frame by using rainwater capture and steam-cleaning technologies.
It’s great to see a large beauty company like L’Oreal making substantial commitments to reducing their emissions and water use. Now, to get them to make significant changes in their packaging and ingredients…
via Business Green
Posted in Global Warming Blog, Global Warming Statistics on Apr 29th, 2009
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The heart warming story at last year’s London Marathon was the group of six Masai warriors who came to London to raise awareness and money to bring clean water to their village in Tanzania. The press and the public were fascinated to hear about these men who wore tires for shoes, carried swords and had never been on an airplane, or sipped tea.
They raised more than £100,000 ($147,000) and then the real challenges began. The villagers welcomed them back as heroes and expected that they would find water overnight.
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Posted in Global Warming Blog, Global Warming Statistics on Apr 29th, 2009
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As of now, 93% of readers told the TreeHugger Swine Flu Survey that they think the pandemic headlines are an over-reaction, or that they are washing their hands more but not avoiding public events. Only a few admit to real concerns.
OK, so most of us are keeping our heads about us, as seems proper in the early stages of an outbreak. But the World Health Organization early this morning increased the alert level to Phase 4, indicating…
Posted in Global Warming Blog, Global Warming Statistics on Apr 28th, 2009
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These days everything says eco-friendly, natural, biodegradable, and compostable (not to mention a myriad of other mysterious environmental words. Sounds good, right? But is it worth spending the extra couple of bucks if the item won’t actually make it to its eco-grave? I’ve often wondered that as I wander the supermarket – big deal if this corn-container is compostable, its still going in the garbage can. T…
Posted in Global Warming Blog, Global Warming Statistics on Apr 28th, 2009
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Every so often it is good to remind ourselves why we are working so hard to protect the environment and all its creatures. While many of these statistics are depressing, the good news is that we are currently working towards a solution for each one of these and making some pretty sizable progress.
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Posted in Global Warming Blog, Global Warming Statistics on Apr 28th, 2009
Even in a bike-crazy culture like Denmark, with separated bike paths and safety in numbers, they promote helmets. And give them out to cyclist for free. And follow up with hugs. Try that in North America! via Boingboing
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Posted in Global Warming Blog, Global Warming Statistics on Apr 28th, 2009
Striped bass protected against overfishing. Photo via Flickr: by J Bary
Seems the U.S. Justice Department is pulling out the handcuffs for pirates in our own waters and charging culprits with conspiracy. Over the last month, the Department of Justice has sentenced Maryland commercial fishermen to prison for overfishing, nabbed a Michigan wastewater treatment plant for illegal discharges, slammed a South Korean cargo ship with over $2 million in fines for falsifying marine pollution…
Posted in Global Warming Blog, Global Warming Statistics on Apr 28th, 2009
Tomorrow, Wed April 29th, Ed Begley Jr. and his wife Rachelle will be appearing on the Oprah Winfrey show. Oprah will be interviewing Rachelle in studio while Ed gives a tour of their home via Skype. I’ve been lucky enough to tour the house myself, so DO NOT MISS IT!
Be sure to check your local listings for show times and don’t forget to set the DVR. …
Posted in Global Warming Blog, Global Warming Statistics on Apr 28th, 2009
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A little reminder on why dumping e-waste is really bad. Toxic junk from TVs and gadgets in Alaska’s Anchorage Regional Landfill is pumped out of the dump, and ends up in the ocean. …
Posted in Global Warming Blog, Global Warming Statistics on Apr 28th, 2009
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CSI Wildlife Returns for a 4th episode!
In the old days, it was extremely hard to keep track of wild animals, and even if you could do it, the amount of information it gave you about their health could be limited. But now thanks to technology, researchers are keeping track of elephants in the Samburu region of northern Kenya, and by analyzing of their tail hairs, they can find out more about the giants’ diet. Read on for more details….
Posted in Global Warming Blog, Global Warming Statistics on Apr 28th, 2009
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Score another one for making pretty sustainable: Aveda has become the first beauty company in the world—and only the second American company in any industry—to receive the Cradle-to-Cradle (C2C) seal of approval, achieving Gold Level certification for seven of its products, as well as Silver Level certification for its packaging.
Pioneered by sustainability consultancy McDonough Braungart Design Chemistry, the concept of
Posted in Global Warming Blog, Global Warming Statistics on Apr 28th, 2009
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China, India, and South Africa have an interesting proposal to the industrialized world: give them $200 billion a year, and they’ll use it to fight climate change. As Bloomberg points out, that’s around 0.5% of all of the rich nations’ entire economic output. But that’s not all that the three countries are asking for . . ….
Posted in Global Warming Blog, Global Warming Statistics on Apr 28th, 2009
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If you’ve managed to avoid the incessant coverage thus far, here’s what you need to know about swine flu. If you haven’t, then you know that 150 people are dead from the disease in Mexico, Europe has encouraged travelers to cancel travel plans to the North America, and the disease has hit as many as 4 different continents. The disease itself frightening, yes—though perhaps no reason for all-out panic. But the way there’s something else worth noting about swine flu—it developed and spread thanks to some of th…