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Category: Environment

Big Gardens in Small Spaces: Out-of-the-Box Advice for Boxed-in Gardeners

Gardeners big and small will all want to expand their reference collection with Big Gardens in Small Spaces: Out-of-the-Box Advice for Boxed-in Gardeners. “This is a beautifully illustrated and thoughtfully written book that should be part of any gardener’s reference collection. It includes practical information about effective gardening and permaculture.” – Gregory Johnson, Small House… Continue reading Big Gardens in Small Spaces: Out-of-the-Box Advice for Boxed-in Gardeners

Building a More Effective Military Defense for Greater National and Global Security Through Humanitarian Relief and Sustainability

Activism Summary. In tough economic times, it’s even more essential to achieve the greatest value from money spent on defense and national security. A nation’s armed forces and military personnel must be fully trained and equipped to meet modern threats to national security. The threats we face today are like none we’ve ever faced before. For… Continue reading Building a More Effective Military Defense for Greater National and Global Security Through Humanitarian Relief and Sustainability

Sanctuary Magazine of Australia features the Small House Society and ResourcesForLife.com

Effective Living > Housing > Small House Society Summary. The Small House Society and ResourcesForLife.com are featured in the Australian Sanctuary Magazine (issue #9). The Small House movement is to homes what the Slow Food movement is to dinner: a celebration of sustainability, simplicity and nourishment. It’s a trend that’s gained momentum in recent years thanks… Continue reading Sanctuary Magazine of Australia features the Small House Society and ResourcesForLife.com

Food, Inc. – A Documentary Video Movie Film About Food, Health, Environment, Business, and Animal Suffering

Activism > Environment | Health Summary. Food Inc., available on DVD or Blu-ray, is a documentary about the production of food in the United States. Overview. The movie shares startling facts about the corporate ownership of genetically modified soybeans that represent 80% of the soybeans in the nation. Those who grow these soybeans without authorization,… Continue reading Food, Inc. – A Documentary Video Movie Film About Food, Health, Environment, Business, and Animal Suffering

The Space of Our Desire – A Story of Smaller and Simpler Living featured in Off Deadline

Effective Living > Housing > Building Green | Environment Summary. The Space of our Desire is a compelling story by Kurt Cunningham about smaller and simpler living. The story was featured in the Fall 2009 print version of The Daily Iowan magazine, Off Deadline and appeared in the online edition with the title Tiny Space,… Continue reading The Space of Our Desire – A Story of Smaller and Simpler Living featured in Off Deadline

Housing Matters: Can Building Green be Affordable? … an ICPL Sustainability Event by Eco Iowa City

Effective Living > Housing > Building Green | Environment Summary. In cooperation with Eco-Iowa City, the Iowa City Housing and Community Development Commission presents a discussion on building sustainable and affordable housing. When. Wednesday, 28 October 2009, 7-9PM. Location. Iowa City Public Library, Room A. More Information. Call 319-358-0828. Speakers. Gregory Paul Johnson of the… Continue reading Housing Matters: Can Building Green be Affordable? … an ICPL Sustainability Event by Eco Iowa City

HP Power To Change Widget and Earth Eco Environmental Awareness Education Websites

Technology | Activism > Environment Summary. Similar to the Sprint Now Network website (standard or enhanced), HP is offering the HP Power to Change website with updated statistics on environmental issues. Education and Inspiration. The site offers information on consumer cost savings and the global impact of reducing computer power usage by turning off computers when… Continue reading HP Power To Change Widget and Earth Eco Environmental Awareness Education Websites

Wrapsacks Reusable Gift Wrapping Bags Save Time and the Planet

Activism > Environment Summary. Wrapsacks.com offers reusable gift bags that save time and the planet. Earth Impact. The Wrapsacks website explains the benefit of their products. Wrapsacks are a reusable alternative to disposable paper gift wrap. This paper-based industry generates sales of $5.1 billion per year and an equivalent amount of waste. Although recycled paper… Continue reading Wrapsacks Reusable Gift Wrapping Bags Save Time and the Planet

Live Active Network – Free North Face T-Shirts

Environment Summary. The Live Active Network is giving away 5 free North Face T-Shirts to all who register on their site. It’s definitely worth checking out. The site and online resources seem quite useful for those who enjoy outdoor activities. About. The following description is provided on the LAN website. We are an action sports media company.… Continue reading Live Active Network – Free North Face T-Shirts

MREA Energy Fair at the ReNew the Earth Institute in Custer Wisconsin 19 to 21 June 2009

Activism > Environment Summary. This weekend, June 19-21, is the 20th Anniversary Energy Fair at the ReNew the Earth Institute in Custer, WI. The cost is $15/day or $35/weekend. The event is hosted and sponsored by the MREA (Midwest Renewable Energy Association). Learn more about the MREA online: Facebook – This page is still active as of 25 Oct 2020.… Continue reading MREA Energy Fair at the ReNew the Earth Institute in Custer Wisconsin 19 to 21 June 2009

Small Car Society – Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | 5 June 2009 ResourcesForLife.com Launches the Small Car Society Iowa City, Iowa |12:18 PM Summary. ResourcesForLife.com announced the launch of the Small Car Society. After decades in development, the unveiling of the Small Car Society comes at a time when thse use of small cars is on the rise as people… Continue reading Small Car Society – Press Release