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Clicklist: Unwanted junk. Also, hypermiling

Written by Siel
08/08/2008
>> Junk mail’s un-eco effect’s the equivalent of more than nine million cars (PDF) or the emissions generated by heating nearly 13 million homes for the winter, according to a study by ForestEthics. Earlier: Read more...

world saved by MIT’s solar invention? good for some laffs

Written by Ken
08/08/2008
Hope ya didn’t jump on the media bandwagon after MIT’s Daniel Nocera published a report in Sciencepress on a new electrolysis method for splitting hydrogen out of water. As JoulesBurn writes, “these modest research findings have been transformed into a calming salve for the public’s current angst over high energy prices” (via oildrum). Notes Burn, “Moving to [...] Read more...

Friday Freebie: Aix tote from French Basketeer

Written by Siel

08/08/2008

A twice-weekly sharing of eco-shwag.

Today’s giveaway’s a pretty reusable Aix tote from French Basketeer.

It’s classic French tote with dark brown leather handles and trim,...
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Best eco-buy: OWL wireless energy monitor for under £30

Written by Tracy Stokes
08/08/2008
Best price for one of these babies ever (so far)! If you’re feeling the pinch, you’ll be delighted to know that an OWL wireless electricity monitor will now only set you back £29.95 (they usually cost £49.95). ... Read more...

Lit Thursday: Classic digital fiction

Written by Siel

08/08/2008

6 pieces of new media fiction, each beginning with a line from one of 6 classic novels, i.e. Alice in Wonderland. (via 3qd)

My fave, I think, is the Google Maps-based “The 21 Steps” (below) but that may...
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Clicklist: Sign-ups and submissions

Written by Siel

08/07/2008

>> Inventors in the OC: Submit your best eco-idea to the second annual Toshiba Green Innovation Award, which recognizes “outstanding companies and organizations in Orange County for their commitment to green innovation.” Deadline’s Sept. 15, 2008.

Written by Siel

08/07/2008

I took a yummy organic wine tasting trip to Santa Barbara county with my friend Gina on Tuesday!

Okay, only two wineries of the five were actually eco, but these two marked the beginning and end of our trip –

We kicked things off at Sunstone Vineyards (125 N. Refugio Rd., Santa...
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wither real estate? on Kauai’s prospects as economy tanks

Written by Ken
08/07/2008
Good buddy Ron Margolis blogs on the latest outlook for Kauai real estate from Bankoh economist Paul Brewbaker (via activerain). Don’t hold your breath for a rebound. Brewbaker anticipates the question at a recent gathering of Kauai realtors, and quips, “October 26, 2012”. Then he repeats it (heh). “Sheesh, we were just getting used to the island [...] Read more...

Clicklist: Rivalries

Written by Siel
08/07/2008
>> Water wasting cops vs. water conservation cops. In Glendale, another woman’s told her drought-tolerant garden must be turned into an overwatered green. Earlier: Read more...

Sustainable Works Green Living Workshop start Aug. 26 - 27

Written by Siel
08/06/2008
Turn over a new eco-leaf now by signing up for the 6-week Sustainable Works Green Living Workshop program! Each week will tackle a new area of your life, from water to food to energy. The materials fee ($25 for Santa Monica residents, $50 for L.A. residents) — waived for those who... Read more...

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