Currently there are currently more than 200 coal-fired power plants in the U.S. But the country continues to move away from its peak coal production in 2011 and by 2026 it is anticipated that we will have retired half our coal capacity. According to the Environmental Law & Policy Center this trend of closing and …
Michigan Reclaiming, Revitalizing and Reimagining Decommissioned Coal Plants Read More »
The Washing Machine Project (TWMP) is a U/K.-based grassroots social enterprise. A social enterprise is a business that maximizes its primary purpose. In general, the goal is to maximize both profits and benefits to society and the environment. In the case of TWMP, they have honed in on a glaring underserved niche….. the fact that …
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I think, not realizing the downside, all of us got caught up in what is known as “fast fashion.” That’s inexpensive clothing produced rapidly by mass market retailers feeding on the latest and rapidly changing trends. This is clothes coming out so quickly and cheaply that we literally have purchasing generations coming up who give …
Elena Christopoulos is a Climate Scientist selling vintage clothing “and fabulous things.” She is also a public speaker, writer, Sustainability Consultant . In 2000 Elena founded Christopoulos Management Consulting (ECMC). Elena is a Certified Sustainability Practitioner who has managed more than 40 environmental and political campaigns worldwide. Through ECMC she has created over 500,000 green …
Leigh Adams is a former children’s librarian and outdoor education teacher who is passionate about providing learners of all ages the opportunity to explore and acquire new skills. She disseminates her creativity through instruction, demonstration and implementation of an array of hands-on fine arts crafts and environmentally sustainable gardening and landscaping projects. Leigh is a …
Acadia Center, based in Rockport Maine, is a nonprofit research and advocacy organization working for a clean energy, low carbon, non-fossil fuel future. Their geographic focus is on the Northeastern United States. Over the years they have developed a successful track record in helping to advance state and regional clean energy initiatives and positive impact climate policies. Their …
Acadia Center- Collaboration For Non-Fossil Fuel Future Read More »
According to an article by Jack Ewing of “The New York Times,” about 80% of the new vehicle bought in Norway last year were electric. In fact, chargers now far out number gas pumps at stations run by the Texas- based chain Circle K in Norway now. Circle K had challenges with regard to charging infrastructure and software. That …
Many aspire to make a personal positive impact on climate change and our human impact on our environment. Some aspire to de-stress and embrace lifestyle alternatives living off-grid. Rather than my usual blog post this month I will share a video that will surely inspire. I discovered this video on the YouTube channel Growing Small …
Work from anywhere, and make a real difference giving back at the same time? No, it is not too good to be sure. Living a digital nomad life keeps getting better and better. June 26th Lenovo announced its expanding its remote work initiative “Work for Humankind” to Raleigh North Carolina via a collaboration with nonprofit Birdlife …
The National Trust Cymru is looking for someone develop a farm business on the 134-acre Lords Park Farm site. With sea views, BBC News as described it as “the stuff of dream homes.” The property is surrounded by meadows and woods. It includes a 4-bedroom 19th century farm house an annex and what BBC News describes as “traditional …
