The new source of power
is not money
in the hands of a few,
but information
in the hands of many.
John Naisbitt
February 9, 2010 - 03:51
California seeks reasons for autism spikes
Recent trends suggest that autism rates are rising across the U.S. That is alarming, in and of itself. But new statistics show that the disorder appears to be more prevalent in certain communities.
February 9, 2010 - 03:51
Kicking your knickers
I spend a fair amount of time collecting quarters and whining about/dreading laundry day. (I’m a renter living without the luxury of an in-building or in-unit washer/dryer). Sigh.
February 9, 2010 - 03:51
Gluten-free Squash Pancakes
I recently stumbled upon a great recipe for Spaghetti Squash Pancakes from Mollie Katzen’s book, The Vegetable Dishes I Can’t Live Without. It’s a winner. Although the original recipe calls for ...
February 9, 2010 - 03:51
Report: Exxon Still Orchestrating Campaign to "Undermine Public Acceptance of Global Warming"
Photo via Syracuse I have a challenge for you: try to come up with a company that better exemplifies the archetype of the nefarious, greed-driven, monolithic corporation than Exxon. Besides ...
February 9, 2010 - 03:51
Green Dog of the Year Contest Gallery 16
MNN and Eukanuba are looking for the Green Dog of the Year. Enter your dog for a chance to win a year's supply of Eukanuba Naturally Wild Formula dog food. We're looking for great photos of your ...
February 9, 2010 - 03:51
Rock-a-bye robot?
What's creepier than a skinless, oversized robo-toddler bearing on oversized, angry-looking head?
February 9, 2010 - 03:51
Support Local Business: Help Build One
Image credit: Good We have all seen "buy local" campaigns, but what about taking it to the next level: Investing locally?...Read the full story on TreeHugger
February 9, 2010 - 03:51
Watch: Crafts for Chinese New Year
These 3 lantern craft ideas will light your way to the Chinese New Year.
February 9, 2010 - 03:51
BPA for mom could mean asthma for kids
New study finds mom's exposure to bisphenol A may increase a child's chance of having asthma.
February 9, 2010 - 03:51
Report: Toyota To Halt Output Of Sai, Lexus Hybrids On Looming Recall
The Nikkei reports that Toyota Motor Corp. will suspend domestic production of its Sai and Lexus HS250h hybrids, which are to be recalled for faulty brakes, at the end of the week.
Japan’s top ...
February 9, 2010 - 03:51
Links to start off your week
Happy Monday!
Here's a few good links to help you get your week started.
• Chevron hired 12 PR firms to lay communications siege to the people of the Amazon forests of Ecuador who claim that ...
February 9, 2010 - 03:51
The inexpensive, 6-compartment reusable wine bag
We talk a lot around here about sustainable wine. Organic. Biodynamic. Cork or no cork. Local. Lighter bottles. Solar powered wineries … The ways a wine or its packaging can be more sustainable ...
February 9, 2010 - 03:51
Time to start saving containers for seedlings
Some extremely dedicated gardeners and some who live in the warmest climates have probably already started their seedlings for their upcoming edible gardens. Then there are the rest of us, buried ...
February 9, 2010 - 03:51
Seasonal recipe: Beef bourguignon
We’ve got about two feet of it right now with another two feet threatening to fall tomorrow night. Over the weekend, record amounts of snow fell from Virginia up to mid-New Jersey. There were two ...
February 9, 2010 - 03:51
Does Audi's 'Green Police' Superbowl Ad Reveal a Shifting Paradigm? (Video)
Photo via World Sports Tribune Much has been made of this year's generally crappy Super Bowl ads. But in the green community, one ad has been showing up repeatedly on just about every enviro blog ...
February 9, 2010 - 03:51
Obama continues to support small businesses
Last week, President Obama announced his plans for a $30 billion Small Business Lending Fund during a town hall meeting. He returned to this topic during his weekly address.
February 9, 2010 - 03:51
Indiana home scores LEED touchdown
Despite the Super Bowl smackdown received by the Indianapolis Colts last night, residents of Indiana have a good reason to celebrate: the state recently received its first LEED ...
February 9, 2010 - 03:51
Today on Planet 100: Kamikaze Iguanas (Video)
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February 9, 2010 - 03:51
Migrating Insects Use Wind to Travel Efficiently at Speeds of up to 60 MPH
Photo: Wikipedia, CC What Can We Learn From The Highways in the Sky
Science recently published a study titled "Flight Orienta...Read the full story on TreeHugger
February 9, 2010 - 03:51
Water innovation beyond desal: the new opportunities?
Latest venture investments in water are raising eyebrows; why the Cleantech Group continues to pay close attention to the water sector.