Environment and Society

Sahara Desert could deliver 15 percent of Europe's electricity

The solar initiative has been named Desertec and if it is completed, would be the world’s most ambitious solar power project.
Fields of mirrors would gather solar rays to boil water, turning turbines... Read More »

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Employing dogs to save endangered species and places

Posted by Mongabay.com
An interview with Megan Parker, founder of Working Dogs for Conservation. Read More »

Kenyan engages communities to save rare zebra

Posted by Mongabay.com
Efforts to protect the world's largest and rarest species of zebra — Grévy's Zebra (Equus grevyi) — hinge on engaging communities to lead conservation in their region, says a Kenyan conservationist. Read More »

Video Series: The Man Who Planted Trees

Posted by Cris Bisch
Here is the Oscar-winning animated film short "The Man Who Planted Trees" in a four-part video series. "A timeless film tells the inspirational story of a solitary shepherd who patiently plants and nurtures a forest of thousands of trees...." Read More »

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Naval War College Hosts Energy and Environment Discussion

Don Bosch 12 hours ago
The Naval War College is hosting an online discussion about the Secretary of the Navy's recent Green Policy Speech. It's your Navy. Drop by and comment! Read More »

USA Green Jobs Now.Org Association Pledges to Power USA on Clean Energy and to Promote Clean Energy

Ron Vogt 3 days ago
THE SMART GRID & GREEN JOBS NOW.ORG & SYNCHRO PHASOR HOW WE PLAN TO HELP Read More »

How to reuse your stuff in schools and help America's teachers

Jerry H. 4 days ago
You're invited to visit iLoveSchools.com to donate your new, used or in-kind resources to America's schools. Read More »

LED Light Bulb vs CFL Light Bulb

Liz A. 5 days ago
Appears the LED light bulb is quickly advancing in technology for normal lighting usage and it's affordable. Read More »

Dance for the Climate

Lee Erickson November 14, 2009
10,000 people danced on a beach in Belgium to demand action at the UN Climate Summit in Copenhagen in December 2009. Read More »

Recycling Plastic Bags

AngryBeaver November 13, 2009
Plastic bags are everywhere. Although often quoted as consuming oil resources, most plastic bags are actually made from natural gas. The bad news is most plastic bags are not recycled. Read More »

10 Links to Watch Your Favorite Movies Online for FREE

Nan G. November 11, 2009
This is an updated list of free movies you can watch online. We’ve listed 10 major websites that feature from documentaries to dramas, from Hollywood to International, from musical to cartoon Read More »

The Long Journey Home

Tri Robinson November 11, 2009
On my commute each day I value the beauty and quietness it provides. For me this journey is a time to reflect and plan. In the morning it prepares me for the day I am about to face; and in the evening it provides opportunity to debrief the events and encounters of the day I’ve just experienced. Read More »

Winterize Your Ride

Adam W. November 10, 2009
If you're gearing up for a cold winter, remember to gear up your car too Read More »

America Recycles Day on November 15th

Liz A. November 5, 2009
Take the Pledge to recycle and participate in SustainLane's Local Action Challenge simultaneously. Read More »