http://www.rethos.com/mamakass What's happening for you on Rethos.com en-us article <p>November 14, 2008, Delhi, India: In the streets of Mustaffabad, a poor quarter of Delhi, children in sandals sit on top of piles of broken glass and twisted metal, smashing computer monitors. Men with blowtorches melt circuit boards, while nearby, women sort and scrub other boards with diluted acid. Charred fiberglass and copper dust litter the ground. <br /> &nbsp;<br /> This is the world of the electronic waste (e-waste) recyclers, who make a living by tearing apart the toxic remains of old home computers, cell phones and printer cartridges from the United States and other coun... Wed, 19 Nov 2008 10:48:26 -0500 http://www.rethos.com/news/view/1629 http://www.rethos.com/news/view/1629 article <p><br /><strong> Environmentalist Preaches Conservation as Chaos Engulfs Eastern Congo </strong><br /> <br /> November 4, 2008, Uvira, Democratic Republic of Congo: With little more than a motorbike and a mission, Clement Kitambala has been spreading news about environmental issues in remote communities of the war-ravaged Democratic Republic of Congo. <br /> <br /> Amid renewed fighting that has displaced more than 130,000, ongoing food crises and rampant sexual violence, his newsletter, Tunza Mazingira ("Conserve the Environment" in Swahili), has provided a steady voice for conserva... Wed, 05 Nov 2008 15:46:25 -0500 http://www.rethos.com/news/view/1626 http://www.rethos.com/news/view/1626 audio_video <p>Enter Message / description of files attached:</p> <p>A CBC Montreal news report on Felix &amp; Norton's Urgence-Biscuits mobile cookie bakery, and the owners'&nbsp;social&nbsp;entrepreneurship efforts.&nbsp;</p> Sun, 02 Nov 2008 13:44:01 -0500 http://www.rethos.com/news/view/1623 http://www.rethos.com/news/view/1623 article <p>"Vancouver city council voted Tuesday afternoon to give a green light to low-speed electric vehicles..."</p> <p>"...The small light cars are already allowed under B.C. law to travel on roads with a speed limit of 40 km per hour or less, but are only allowed on roads with faster speed limits when municipalities vote to permit them..."</p> <p><br />At least there is some progress! Way to Go Zenn and the province of British Columbia :)</p> Wed, 01 Oct 2008 16:59:30 -0400 http://www.rethos.com/news/view/1612 http://www.rethos.com/news/view/1612 blog <p>The Otesha Project is hiring a new High School Programs Director!</p> <p>See the attached job description, or check http://www.otesha.ca/files/HSProgramsDirector08.pdf for more information.</p> <p><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:WordDocument> <w:View>Normal</w:View> <w:Zoom>0</w:Zoom> <w:PunctuationKerning /> <w:ValidateAgainstSchemas /> <w:SaveIfXMLInvalid>false</w:SaveIfXMLInvalid> <w:IgnoreMixedContent>false</w:IgnoreMixedContent> <w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText>false</w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText> <w:Compatibility> <w:BreakWrappedTables /> <w:SnapToGridInCell /> <w:WrapTextWithPunct /> <w:... Wed, 03 Sep 2008 14:00:11 -0400 http://www.rethos.com/news/view/1591 http://www.rethos.com/news/view/1591 blog <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Garamond;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Garamond;">We&rsquo;re pleased to announce the launch of the Rainforest Alliance SmartHouse and TreeHouse, two new interactive tools designed to introduce Web site visitors to the people, places and processes that stand behind production of sustainable goods.</span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Garamond;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Garamond;">Our SmartHouse -- complete with kitchen, living room and backyard -- ... Tue, 08 Jul 2008 14:34:13 -0400 http://www.rethos.com/news/view/1515 http://www.rethos.com/news/view/1515 audio_video <p>Another visionary who has so much to offer. (His book "Cradle to Cradle", is essential reading for anyone considering environmental design issues.) More info/links on McDonough and his various projects can be found at http://www.mcdonough.com.</p> Tue, 01 Jul 2008 22:35:25 -0400 http://www.rethos.com/news/view/1510 http://www.rethos.com/news/view/1510 audio_video <p>This is an inspiring presentation re: the topic of Paul Hawken's most recent book, "Blessed Unrest".</p> <p>His clear thinking - visionary, yet practical - is exactly what is needed in a world embarking on a global social revolution. Read his books and give them as gifts to everyone you know. Seriously.</p> Tue, 01 Jul 2008 22:18:49 -0400 http://www.rethos.com/news/view/1509 http://www.rethos.com/news/view/1509 blog <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp;&nbsp; </span>In the beginning there was nothing.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp; </span>There was only darkness.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp; </span>There was the Mother and She was the darkness.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp; </span>The Mother bled and the oceans were born; She knew Her own Body and felt Her own Pulse, sensed the richness of Life emanating from Her every Cell.<span style="mso-spacerun:... Sun, 15 Jun 2008 13:09:55 -0400 http://www.rethos.com/news/view/1469 http://www.rethos.com/news/view/1469 blog <p>The provinces of Quebec and Ontario have shown great leadership by working together to institute a bilateral "cap-and-trade" system in an attempt to curb green house gas emissions. When the Canadian federal government is dragging its heels on what most consider the most important issue curretnly facing humanity, bilateral initiatives between provinces or municipalities makes a good deal of sense.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>This kind of autonomy and leadership at the provincial level is refreshing. A similar dynamic has existed for many years in the U.S., where despite an administration nearl... Thu, 05 Jun 2008 17:47:50 -0400 http://www.rethos.com/news/view/1412 http://www.rethos.com/news/view/1412 Opportunity <div class="content"> <p>Internship Opportunity&mdash;Tour Liaison<br />Otesha Cycling and Performing Tours <br /><a href="http://www.otesha.ca/">www.otesha.ca</a></p> <p>The Otesha Project is seeking 14 dedicated, organized, fun-loving individuals, aged 18 to 30, to serve as Tour Liaisons for its 2008 cycling and performing tours. As part of a team of 15 to 20 performers, you will take care of all administrative and on-the-road logistics for the tour. Successful candidates will support team members as individuals, foster a positive team environment, support teams in achieving tour object... Tue, 05 Feb 2008 12:51:37 -0500 http://www.rethos.com/opportunities/view/82 http://www.rethos.com/opportunities/view/82 Opportunity <p>The Otesha Project has announced the routes for the 2008 Otesha Cycling and Performing Tours (Check out: www.otesha.ca/bike+tours/index.en.html). Applications are now being accepted for seven regional tours throughout Canada that will take more than 120 inspiring young change-makers on the journey of a lifetime. You could be one of them!</p> <p>Tour members will share an incredible experience as they live as a mobile and sustainable community for two months. They will cycle from performance to performance, braving the elements, connecting with communities along the route, and explorin... Tue, 18 Dec 2007 14:22:59 -0500 http://www.rethos.com/opportunities/view/67 http://www.rethos.com/opportunities/view/67 Fri, 07 Dec 2007 03:03:26 -0500 http://www.rethos.com/citizens/mamakass/allies http://www.rethos.com/citizens/mamakass/allies Fri, 30 Nov 2007 16:58:41 -0500 http://www.rethos.com/citizens/mamakass/allies http://www.rethos.com/citizens/mamakass/allies Opportunity <p>What is the EG Fellowship?</p> <p>Through our two-year Echoing Green Fellowship program, we provide start-up capital and technical assistance to help new leaders launch their organizations and build capacity. We offer:</p> <p>• A grant of up to $90,000, paid in four equal installments over two years • A health insurance stipend • Conferences led by organizational development experts • Access to technical support and pro bono partnerships to help grow your organization • A community of like-minded social entrepreneurs and public service leaders</p> <p>W... Wed, 17 Oct 2007 12:45:41 -0400 http://www.rethos.com/opportunities/view/36 http://www.rethos.com/opportunities/view/36