[ Chapter: 1-3, 4, 5, 6, 7 ] That Saturday morning, we decided to go on a trail ride way beyond our normal route. We knew we’d need to hike part of the way, since the trails weren’t maintained or even developed that far out. So we made sure to wear our low-rise boots. What… Continue reading Rezifp Dawn: Chapter 5 – Open Mapping Project
Category: Environment
Cuba Resiliency in Diversity: 1991 – 2000
Activism | Environment Summary. When the Soviet Union collapsed in 1990, Cuba’s economy went into a tailspin. With imports of oil cut by more than half – and food by 80 percent – people were desperate. This film tells of the hardships and struggles as well as the community and creativity of the Cuban people during… Continue reading Cuba Resiliency in Diversity: 1991 – 2000
Small House Society News 201204
Small House Society – News 201204 | 30 April 2012 | Monday Dear Friend, I know that time is precious for everyone, so I’ll try to keep this update short. The approximate reading time is about 5 minutes. Further down, there’s some repetition of announcements from last month for those who’ve just joined the list.… Continue reading Small House Society News 201204
The Amazing Paul Budnitz Belt Drive Bicycle
Life Mobility Paul Budnitz offers a belt drive bicycle with internal hub shifting for the ultimate in smooth, quiet, and maintenance free bicycle riding. It’s built using titanium for light weight durability. To learn more, visit BudnitzBicycles.com “Paul is a proponent of simple, quality living. Owning few things that are built to last and that… Continue reading The Amazing Paul Budnitz Belt Drive Bicycle
Promoting Smaller Families as a Key to Economic Salvation
Effective Living | Environment Summary. As world population grows at exponential rates, some are advocating that zero population growth or negative population growth are essential for survival. Organizations like PopulationConnection.org (zpg.org) are hoping reduced population will improve social justice, women’s rights, and the environment. The excerpts below are from the New York Times article, “Nigeria Tested… Continue reading Promoting Smaller Families as a Key to Economic Salvation
Iowa City to Receive Habitable Mixed Media Art Installation from Moen Group
Housing | Art Summary. Iowa City is scheduled to receive another habitable art installation from the Moen Group. Constructed of mostly recyclable materials similar to those used in an Apple computer, such as metal and glass, the structure will reflect the sky and other natural surroundings. It will also reflect sunlight — creating a net gain of ambient… Continue reading Iowa City to Receive Habitable Mixed Media Art Installation from Moen Group
Sustainable Operations Summit – New York City – 2012
Environment Summary. The Sustainable Operations Summit is the premier forum for leading organizations to share best practices that benefit both the environment and the bottom line. The 2012 summit will bring together some of the world’s brightest minds in sustainability in New York City during Earth Week to share innovative approaches to reduce our impact… Continue reading Sustainable Operations Summit – New York City – 2012
Better World Books Promotes Triple Bottom Line
Activism > Environment Summary. Discarded text books represent a significant source of waste in landfills. Because old school and college text books are not accepted by most recycling programs, they end up getting thrown in with mainstream garbage. Better World Books is promoting more environmentally sound recycling of books. The video below explains more. The… Continue reading Better World Books Promotes Triple Bottom Line
Images of Various Types of Recycling Containers and Stations
Activism > Environment Summary. The key to a successful recycling program is to have many highly visible, easily accessible, and easy to use recycling stations. This page provides photos of recycling containers in use at various business and public locations. This page is helpful for any organization or business planning to purchase and install recycling containers… Continue reading Images of Various Types of Recycling Containers and Stations
Automobile Motor Oil and Engine Care – Synthetic Benefits Review
Transportation Summary. This article was submitted by Sherman J. of Maryland and offers a general assessment of motor oils and engine care. [Photo of Greg Johnson, by Makur Jain] * * * Any oil that meets or exceeds the mfr’s requirements for weight and API grade (“SJ”, “SH”, etc) is fine. These days it seems… Continue reading Automobile Motor Oil and Engine Care – Synthetic Benefits Review