George: What’s Wrong with Self-Preservation?

Posted on July 12, 2009 by Matt Embrey .

Sunday (not so) Funnies…

Normally I find George Carlin hilarious and I have an affinity for poking fun at things that are important to me, but I was really disappointed when I watched his bit on “Saving the Planet,” (the video is at the end of the post).  I understand it’s just a comedy routine, and [...]

New Diet Makes Cows Less Offensive to the Environment

Posted on June 9, 2009 by Matt Embrey .

Cows in Vermont are on a new diet that is aimed at making people and the planet more healthy.

In a move to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions Stonyfield Farms has launched the Greener Cow pilot program in conjunction with 15 organic farms that supply the milk for Stonyfield’s yogurts.  The program started by putting 74 cows on [...]

Sunday Funnies: An Inconvenient Poop

Posted on May 24, 2009 by Matt Embrey .

In other words, “Don’t leave you sh!t for someone else to deal with! We are all contributing to climate change so we are the ones that need to do something about it.”

Power Shift 2009 Economic and Climate Crisis Summit

Posted on February 20, 2009 by Doug Gunzelmann .

Coming up in the last weekend in February in Washington DC you can join tens of thousands of like minded individuals meeting to discuss, listen, and learn about the economic and climate crisis we face and how to reclaim our future.

Sinking Carbon with Biochar

Posted on December 19, 2008 by John Platt .

There’s probably no such thing as “clean coal,” but a form of charcoal could be of benefit to the environment, and help prevent global warming.
Biochar, first used hundreds of years ago to enrich soil in the Amazon, is a carbon-rich form of charcoal made from burning biological materials. Unlike regular charcoal, biochar is so resistant [...]

A Rock to Absorb Greenhouse Gases?

Posted on November 10, 2008 by John Platt .

What’s the best way to get rid of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere? Two scientists from Columbia University say a rock may be the solution we’re looking for.

Only Trees Can Prevent Forest Fires

Posted on October 7, 2008 by John Platt .

Forest fires cause terrible devastation every year — not to mention the release of huge amounts of greenhouse gases. Stopping forest fires is hard enough, but what about detecting them before they get to be a problem?

"Flooded London" & James Hansen’s Prophetic Warning

Posted on June 27, 2008 by Matt Embrey .

Last Friday the Medcalf Gallery in London debuted “Flooded London”, a photographic depiction of the future of London as it is overtaken by the rising sea. On Monday, exactly 20 years after warning us about global warming, NASA scientist James Hansen told congress that time’s up and he warned of such apocalyptic consequences.
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UNEP Atlas: Displays the Effects We Have On Our Earth

Posted on June 11, 2008 by Matt Embrey .

The United Nations environment agency unveiled a new atlas yesterday that shows the dramatic environmental changes in Africa in a visually digestible format.  While Africa only accounts for 4% of the worlds CO2 emissions, it is said that it’s inhabitants will suffer the most from the effects of climate change.  As real as it [...]

Climate Change Chocolate

Posted on April 24, 2008 by Doug Gunzelmann .

Upgrade: $5.50

Climate Change Chocolate bars are more than yummy in your belly. The proceeds from the purchase of these bars go towards purchasing carbon offsets. Each bar represents a carbon offset purchase by TerraPass equal to 133lbs of carbon dioxide reduction. In addition to that the wrappers come with 15 earth friendly tips printed on [...]