Royal Caribbean Cruises and the corporate parent of Travelocity are among the travel industry heavyweights that are lining up behind standards set by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council.
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Royal Caribbean, Sabre & More Pledge to Promote Green Tourism
Garima Goel: For those who want to reduce their ecological footprint and do their bit for the Mother Nature with every single step they take, what could be better than a pair of eco friendly shoes? Many companies in the market are now dealing in a range of stylish eco friendly footwear to make sure that the buyers do not sacrifice on comfort or style, while opting for green shoes. Taking into consideration the number of shoes made and worn throughout the world every year, you can well imagine the impact your choice will have on reducing carbon footprint.
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Eco friendly shoes for those who want a greener footprint
Abdul Vahid V: Designer Omer Sagiv’s futuristic Solar Powered Vehicle (SPV) is an ideal vehicle for long rides in deserts or other open lands. The SPV is a typical solar vehicle design. The aluminum structure mounts plenty of flexible thin film modules, which can generate much energy for long rides. In form, the SPV almost resembles Nuon solar car, developed by Delft University. SPV Concept by Omer Sagiv Picture Gallery SPV Concept by Omer Sagiv SPV Concept by Omer Sagiv The solar vehicle features a shaft in the middle, which acts as an integrated cooling system as well. The shaft rocks an aerodynamic form and the entire design of the vehicle complies with it, helping it move faster in open areas. The entire surface of SPV seems to be covered with thin film solar modules to harvest maximum solar energy even on the move. The SPV comes with not only a solar option to charge. There is also an option to charge the electric car from home power outlets. Being a plus, extra energy can be collected from sunlight on the move. The SPV enjoys an attractive look and, of course, thanks to its aluminum body, it is glossier. Sagiv has surfaced this solar powered vehicle design as an eco friendly option for riding. In future, some manufactures may bring it into reality. Construction of the vehicle may not be much expensive, however. Designers have come with many bizarre concepts for green cars these days. Eco friendly vehicles are gaining reputation among customers also, since the world witnessed energy crisis and also saw fuel price mount up. Indeed, solar energy is one of key sources for power in electric vehicles. Via: Tuvie
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Solar Powered Vehicle for a green ride in deserts
Although it's a festival of excess in many ways, Super Bowl XLVI, taking place this Sunday, reveals how far the NFL — and pro sports in general — has come in considering and trying to reduce their environmental impacts.
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Why Super Bowl XLVI Will Be the Greenest Yet
California joins New York and Washington in requiring insurers that that write in excess of $300 million in premiums to respond to the National Association of Insurance Commissioners' Climate Risk Survey.
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States Require Insurers to Respond to Climate Risk Survey
The National Park Service is cutting energy consumption for lighting on the National Mall by as much as 65 percent with the retrofit of 174 street lamps.
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Sylvania Helps Feds Shine Brighter, Greener Light on National Mall
To lower its carbon footprint, White Wave Foods is tackling methane emissions, carbon sequestration and utilities, such electricity and gasoline.
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White Wave Looks to the Farm to Improve Environmental Footprint
After surviving — and thriving — in five of the roughest economic years the country has known, there's a lot we should have done differently when we opened the doors of our green packaging company. Here's to helping others repeat the same mistakes.
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The 4 Big Mistakes We Made in Launching Our Green Business
A new report shows that U.S. cities can save billions in costs — while cleaning waterways and green neighborhoods — by leveraging private investment in green infrastructure.
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The Major Dividends Cities Reap from Investing in Green Infrastructure
Sonia Renthlei: The world is now taking green living seriously in view of the increased damage being caused to the environment. Manufacturers of consumer products are looking at eco friendly resources for producing goods and are also utilizing what is known as eco packaging to market their products. These packages made from biodegradable materials are replacing plastic and metal rapidly. If every manufacturer joins the bandwagon, we may soon see the world get rid of plastic, leaving the earth cleaner and healthier.
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Eco friendly packaging designed to reduce waste