From the page: "Compared to peak oil, climate change, or the water crisis, it's a relatively under reported issue. But the fact is that the world's food production could be severely hit by a global shortage of phosphorusâÂ"a key nutrient that is needed to grow crops. And because phosphorus comes from rocks, and is cycled over tens of thousands of yearsâÂ"once it is gone from our soils, it is effectively gone forever, as far as humans are concerned. "
- Jeffrey
From the page: "Traffic is horrible. IâÂm not talking global warming horrible or freezing kittens meowing pathetically in the snow horrible, but horrible none the less. Holiday traffic can really get your blood boiling because not only are youâÂre forced to carbon footprint along with millions of other people, you have to sit next to them on the plane/freeway/train while doing it."
- Jeffrey
From the page: "Hops and barley are two must-have beer ingredients that don't respond well to global warming. In recent years, New Zealand has experienced poor barley harvests, and the Czech Republic is watching its prized hops lose potency with each passing season. Researchers from both countries say global warming as the likely culprit."
- Jeffrey
From the page: "Jon Stewart tears apart the global warming hoax, which is only backed by 90 âÂ" 95% of the scientific community. And, Hell Freezes Over, in Houston, where it both snows in winter and Texans elect the first openly GLBTQ mayor in a major US city."
- Jeffrey
Righteous Blog // Righteous Porkchop: Finding a Life and Good Food Beyond Factory Farms - by Nicolette Hahn Niman with Foreword by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. - http://www.righteousporkchop.com
From the page: "âÂoeA searing, and utterly convincing, indictment of modern meat production. But the book brims with hope, too, and charts a practical (and even beautiful) path out of the jungle.â"
- Jeffrey
From the page: "New York CityâÂs newest green hotel the Strand Hotel has opened. One of the latest members of the Green Hotel Association, the Strand Hotel features 177 guest rooms on 20 floors at 33 W. 37th St. The hotelâÂs environmental program includes âÂoegreen and eco-friendly hospitalityâ practices including use of natural bath amenities and extensive in-house recycling programs."
- Jeffrey
be careful around whole foods this Christmas. This new study out shows that eco-shoppers may actually be more willing to lie, cheat, and steal.
- Jeffrey
From the page: "So? What if itâÂs a big hoax? What are the catastrophic consequences of taking action to curb carbon emissions that we are going to regret?"
- Jeffrey
awesome idea. don't try to write 1 guide to rule them all, just link to a lot of other great guides. that's even better than just 1 really good one. nice!
- Jeffrey
From the page: "We know you can't judge a book by its cover, or a present by its wrapping, but a pretty presentation can go a long way toward making your holidays merry and bright. But when you think about all the money you spend buying paper that gets cut, ripped, and then (hopefully) recycled, it's hard not to feel some green guilt. Here, we've tracked down eight ways to use what you have on handâÂ"from empty cereal boxes to old magazinesâÂ"to present your gifts in beautiful wrappings (without blowing the budget)."
- Jeffrey
From the page: "Homemade gifts are typically less expensive and more personal than items you find at the store. If you enjoy spending time in the kitchen, then consider whipping up some delicious gifts for your family and friends. "
- Jeffrey
From the page: "The traditional Christmas tree in Copenhagen's City Hall Square will be powered by people, rather than a distant power plant. The square has been equipped with 15 bicycles which, when pedaled, light up the 700 LED bulbs on the tree. "
- Jeffrey
How to Make a Gift Bow From a Magazine...and Other Creative Present Wrapping Ideas - The Fun Times Guide to Living Green - http://green.thefuntimesguide.com/2009...