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Earth Policy Institute updates Bicycle stats for Bike Month

Tue, 27 May 2008 14:32:57 -0400

It's almost the end of bike month. Most of us know that biking is a clean and efficient way to get ourselves to work, to school, to home, to the local store and to wherever we want to go. On top of the fact that it's great for our planet, it's really great excersise. Not only that, but it's sooo inexpensive!

You would think that our 'greener' society would catch-on to these advantages. But I think that maybe it's time to scare them into the disadvantages. I cry when I hear how much my co-workers spend on gas. Purchasing the gas is supporting a horrible war-related chain that sho...

Green Garden Fingers Go Organic

Fri, 02 May 2008 12:37:02 -0400

Grow healthy organic foods at home! A great article with advice, resources and a bit of explaination why. There's even tips on chemical-free weed control.

It appears to be an easy transition from regular gardening that is cost-effective, great for our planet and our bodies. Let's start a chain-raction this summer!

They don't get it - Finally!

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 14:46:01 -0400

"The most exciting thing about the current Presidential election cycle is not the prospect of a Bush-free white house, although that certainly has its charms. Rather what edifies the soul lately is the rapidly diminishing role the mainstream media is playing in dictating the discussion."

This is a nice opinion piece, I think. Unfortunately I; myself, do not get a chance to take part in the United States Presidential electio...

HELIX power system

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 13:26:01 -0400

Imagine, wind-powered energy that is safe for birds and green. Please watch the video embedded in the page to get the full picture.

Poverty Photo: The sound is lost in whispers

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 13:03:40 -0500

A photograph to keep you thinking...