It's common sense. Pass this one on!
Al Gore Tells It Like It Is
Friday, July 18, 2008
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Butt still being liberally kicked. So for now, have some links:
17 Tips for Buying Organic Food - Some of it is common sense, but there are some gems in here. Plus, BankRate.com revolves around saving money, and I know that's the thought on everyone's mind when they think about choosing organic. (If this article inspires you, check out East Atlanta Village Farmer's Market. We bought a ginormous squash from a Clarkston farmer there a couple of weeks ago and it tasted like buttery heaven when Green Pepper stuffed it with rice, tomatoes and prosciutto.)
www.JenniferDunnSaunders.com - My new personal website. Feel free to reference it or pass it on to all your friends when looking for a sustainability organizer or, alternatively, an excellent freelance writer and researcher.
17 Tips for Buying Organic Food - Some of it is common sense, but there are some gems in here. Plus, BankRate.com revolves around saving money, and I know that's the thought on everyone's mind when they think about choosing organic. (If this article inspires you, check out East Atlanta Village Farmer's Market. We bought a ginormous squash from a Clarkston farmer there a couple of weeks ago and it tasted like buttery heaven when Green Pepper stuffed it with rice, tomatoes and prosciutto.)
www.JenniferDunnSaunders.com - My new personal website. Feel free to reference it or pass it on to all your friends when looking for a sustainability organizer or, alternatively, an excellent freelance writer and researcher.
Wednesday, July 9, 2008
First it was for our convenience, now it's for our environment?
The Greenwashing is getting out of control.
Check out Comcast's billpay feature:
And closer to home, Decatur First Bank's "new" initiative:
One of the useful new features?
...And money on marketing by simply updating your old paperless banking program to include the word "Eco."
To be fair, there is one fairly nice feature in Decatur First's Eco-Banking - they pay for your first 10 monthly ATM withdrawals so you don't have to run around looking for a Wamu or evil Bank of America machine. But, isn't that something that many small banks have to do to compete with the giants?
Comcast, First Decatur, Countrymen - If it's something you were doing anyway, then it probably isn't a hip and cool new eco-initiative. Just sayin'.
Check out Comcast's billpay feature:
And closer to home, Decatur First Bank's "new" initiative:
One of the useful new features?
On-Line Banking Technology…check your balance, transfer funds, pay bills all on-line. Save a stamp and a tree.
...And money on marketing by simply updating your old paperless banking program to include the word "Eco."
To be fair, there is one fairly nice feature in Decatur First's Eco-Banking - they pay for your first 10 monthly ATM withdrawals so you don't have to run around looking for a Wamu or evil Bank of America machine. But, isn't that something that many small banks have to do to compete with the giants?
Comcast, First Decatur, Countrymen - If it's something you were doing anyway, then it probably isn't a hip and cool new eco-initiative. Just sayin'.
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Thursday, July 3, 2008
My internship is kicking my butt. I'm so busy creating a green company, I haven't had time to go green myself. Which is actually the crux of the dilemma here, really. We're so busy hustling to get by, we don't have time to plant organic gardens. And we all have two jobs, so an hour long ride on public transit isn't very attractive when you work ten miles away.
So, until I'm back with witty insight, read this article. Georgia's going to have one less coal-fired power plant.
This stood out especially:
Also, I attended "Everybody Eats," a Local Food Event at Charis Books & More last night. This is the first in their monthly Urban Sustainability series, and it was informative. I'll share some of that good info here at a later date but, but here's a sneak peek: Local Food here in Atlanta needs more centralized organization. They've started that, with the Atlanta Local Food Initiative (ALFI), but they need a network along the lines of the Clean Air Campaign's rideshare website and database. It's worth looking into. Let's talk about it when I'm not in internship la la land.
So, until I'm back with witty insight, read this article. Georgia's going to have one less coal-fired power plant.
This stood out especially:
The decision by state Judge Thelma Wyatt Cummings Moore marks the first time a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision connected carbon dioxide to an air pollution permit.
Also, I attended "Everybody Eats," a Local Food Event at Charis Books & More last night. This is the first in their monthly Urban Sustainability series, and it was informative. I'll share some of that good info here at a later date but, but here's a sneak peek: Local Food here in Atlanta needs more centralized organization. They've started that, with the Atlanta Local Food Initiative (ALFI), but they need a network along the lines of the Clean Air Campaign's rideshare website and database. It's worth looking into. Let's talk about it when I'm not in internship la la land.
Friday, June 13, 2008
Green Product Alert
...Where have these been all my life? Now I'll feel so much better about all those wild parties.
(Note the "EcoEasy" logo at the bottom of the listing. Another one to watch?)
(Note the "EcoEasy" logo at the bottom of the listing. Another one to watch?)
You Green Calendar - Weekend Edition
As promised, the weekend green update. I'm working on a calendar for us, so the blog can focus on commentary.
Sadly, there isn't too much going on this weekend aside from some opportunities to purchase locally grown food and other products. I suggest heading over to the Georgia Organics or Local Harvest websites (thanks, Reg!) to find other farmer's markets in your area.
*Remember to watch out when buying tomatoes, even from farmer's markets. Question the seller about his or her sources. Just because you're buying your food from a stall doesn't mean it doesn't come from a suspect source. (See here for, rather illogically, a list of states NOT associated with the outbreak.)
Saturday, June 14th
Green Market @ Piedmont Park - Farmers and local artisans share their wares near the 12th Street entrance of Piedmont Park. The event goes on every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through December 13th. Piedmont Ave. NE and 12th St. NE. Plan your route using transit.
Downtown Decatur Market - Running every weekend through November, the Downtown Decatur Market is a festival featuring local products, artists, food, and handicrafts. 777 Commerce St., Decatur, GA 30030. Plan your route using transit.
Kids FUNFEST - The Marietta based Children's Wellness Network is kicking off by hosting a family-oriented even dedicated to the four aspects of child wellness: Mind, Body, Spirit, and Soul. But if that sounds too New-Agey for you, (or if like me, you don't have any rugrats to use as an excuse to attend all this fun stuff) , they will also be showing Two Angry Moms, a documentary about mother's fighting for healthier school lunches. There will also be animals, more local products and food to buy, and other good green fun. Tickets are $10 for adults and free the kidlets. 12pm to 6pm at 1815 Ponce de Leon Ave. N.E., Atlanta, GA 30307. Plan your route using transit.
So where are all the eco-events this weekend, anyway? Does it seem to anybody else like everything in this town happens on Thursday nights? What's up with that, anyway?
Also, check back soon to find out how you can win $25,000 to fund a community project.
Sadly, there isn't too much going on this weekend aside from some opportunities to purchase locally grown food and other products. I suggest heading over to the Georgia Organics or Local Harvest websites (thanks, Reg!) to find other farmer's markets in your area.
*Remember to watch out when buying tomatoes, even from farmer's markets. Question the seller about his or her sources. Just because you're buying your food from a stall doesn't mean it doesn't come from a suspect source. (See here for, rather illogically, a list of states NOT associated with the outbreak.)
Saturday, June 14th
Green Market @ Piedmont Park - Farmers and local artisans share their wares near the 12th Street entrance of Piedmont Park. The event goes on every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through December 13th. Piedmont Ave. NE and 12th St. NE. Plan your route using transit.
Downtown Decatur Market - Running every weekend through November, the Downtown Decatur Market is a festival featuring local products, artists, food, and handicrafts. 777 Commerce St., Decatur, GA 30030. Plan your route using transit.
Kids FUNFEST - The Marietta based Children's Wellness Network is kicking off by hosting a family-oriented even dedicated to the four aspects of child wellness: Mind, Body, Spirit, and Soul. But if that sounds too New-Agey for you, (or if like me, you don't have any rugrats to use as an excuse to attend all this fun stuff) , they will also be showing Two Angry Moms, a documentary about mother's fighting for healthier school lunches. There will also be animals, more local products and food to buy, and other good green fun. Tickets are $10 for adults and free the kidlets. 12pm to 6pm at 1815 Ponce de Leon Ave. N.E., Atlanta, GA 30307. Plan your route using transit.
So where are all the eco-events this weekend, anyway? Does it seem to anybody else like everything in this town happens on Thursday nights? What's up with that, anyway?
Also, check back soon to find out how you can win $25,000 to fund a community project.
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