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The Full Costs of BP’s Mistakes: The Advent of ‘Avatar Environmentalists’
The Full Costs of BP’s Mistakes: The Advent of ‘Avatar Environmentalists’
There are signs that the world is seeing BP’s disaster as a first glimpse into the future of corporate governance, leading to the creation of a new kind of corporate oversight from citizens. Continued here: The Full Costs of BP’s Mistakes: The Advent of ‘Avatar Environmentalists’
GE to Invest $10B More in Ecomagination R&D by 2015
GE to Invest $10B More in Ecomagination R&D by 2015
General Electric is committing $10 billion to ecomagination research and development in the next five years after reaching a $5 billion investment milestone for its portfolio of environmentally sensitive products, services and technology. Read the rest here:  GE to Invest $10B More in Ecomagination...
DIY Lightbulb Recycling is Cooler Than You Think
DIY Lightbulb Recycling is Cooler Than You Think
[ By Marc in Art & Design , Home & Garden . ] When a lightbulb burns out, we rarely give it a second thought. Thank goodness some quality crafters have lent their imagination toward this fragile household item, intent on giving burnt out bulbs a second life as something very different, and aesthetically...
Fireman’s Fund Expands Green Insurance Coverage
Fireman’s Fund Expands Green Insurance Coverage
Fireman’s Fund Insurance Company, the first carrier to broadly offer green insurance to the U.S. commercial marketplace, is expanding its coverage of property owners’ energy efficiency and other environmental upgrades. See the rest here: Fireman’s Fund Expands Green Insurance Coverage
Climate Corps 2010: Exploring the Software Side of Efficiency
Climate Corps 2010: Exploring the Software Side of Efficiency
IT and a new wave of startups hold the promise for the next big thing in energy and environmental management systems, a Climate Corps fellow learns. See the rest here: Climate Corps 2010: Exploring the Software Side of Efficiency
Green Programs Gain Ground in College Sports Departments
Green Programs Gain Ground in College Sports Departments
Like major league sports teams, college athletic departments are putting more muscle into energy efficiency, recycling and other environmental programs at their facilities. Read more from the original source: Green Programs Gain Ground in College Sports Departments
NeoCon: Where’s the Green?
NeoCon: Where’s the Green?
One of the world’s largest design gatherings touted environmental concepts around every corner, but real green goods were few and far between. Go here to see the original:  NeoCon: Where’s the Green?
EPA Kicks Off Nationwide ‘Green Capitals’ Initiative
EPA Kicks Off Nationwide ‘Green Capitals’ Initiative
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is offering comprehensive technical assistance to state capitals for the design and development of more sustainable neighborhoods — ones that incorporate green building and infrastructure to foster social, economic and environmental benefits. Read the...
Happy Father’s Day: 20 Awesome Animal Dads
Happy Father’s Day: 20 Awesome Animal Dads
[ By Chris in Animals & Habitats , Nature & Ecosystems . ] (Images via: Flickr , Science Blogs , Citizen Arcane , Sea World , Conservation Report , PBS , Discovery , Flickr , Toad Haven , Wolf Park , Hide Tanning , University of Texas , Crystal Kiss , Soda Head , The Longest List… , Animal...
World’s Trashiest Hotel: Rome Hotel Built of Beach Garbage
World’s Trashiest Hotel: Rome Hotel Built of Beach Garbage
[ By Delana in Art & Design , Geography & Travel , Nature & Ecosystems . ] Rome is known as one of the most beautiful cities in the world, with unforgettable architecture and an atmosphere that can’t be found anywhere else. Lately, though, it’s become a real dump. German artist...
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