May 17, 2012 The entertainment world is not only known for being entertaining, but also for its work in improving the environment. Actors, actresses and other celebrities are huge contributors in protecting the planet, but what about when they’re filming a television show? Well, to answer that question here are four TV shows that work [...]
May 17, 2012 Last week, it was announced that Hawaii was officially saying no to plastic bags and many rejoiced in the eco-friendly law. The ban was signed into law last Thursday by Honolulu Mayor Peter Carlisle making it the first state in the nation to outlaw the use of plastic bags across the entire [...]
May 17, 2012 Recently, the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and its Committee on the Environment (COTE) selected the top ten examples of sustainable architecture and green design solutions that protect and enhance the environment. The projects will be honored at the AIA 2012 National Convention and Design Exposition in Washington, D.C. The COTE Top [...]
May 15, 2012 Keeping our waterways clean is extremely important, so when a list like America’s Most Endangered Rivers of 2012, presented by American Rivers, comes out it truly puts into perspective how much work is still needed to clean up our rivers, oceans, lakes and every other body of water. The Potomac River, which [...]
May 15, 2012 Recently, the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and its Committee on the Environment (COTE) selected the top ten examples of sustainable architecture and green design solutions that protect and enhance the environment. The projects will be honored at the AIA 2012 National Convention and Design Exposition in Washington, D.C. The COTE Top [...]
May 14, 2012 Happy Meatless Monday! Here is a delicious vegan recipe from PETA. Not only will the sandwich satisfy your taste buds, but you’ll feel better because you’re protecting animals while you eat. Who says you can’t have a sandwich without meat? This avocado and tomato sandwich is yummy, easy to make and great [...]
May 14, 2012 Traveling can cause major harm to the environment; whether you’re driving across the country, taking a cruise or flying from here to there, the planet can take quite the hit. However, some transportation services work hard to improve their sustainability. Air Transport World recently delved into the airline industry naming the top [...]
May 11, 2012 Sometimes celebrities get a bad rap for speaking their minds, and even for just being who they are, instead of what everyone else wants them to be. However, more often than not, celebrities are committed to helping the environment and the people around them. With that in mind we are taking a [...]
May 11, 2012 Recently, the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and its Committee on the Environment (COTE) selected the top ten examples of sustainable architecture and green design solutions that protect and enhance the environment. The projects will be honored at the AIA 2012 National Convention and Design Exposition in Washington, D.C. The COTE Top [...]
May 11, 2012 Boston is adding to its list of making the city greener. Last month, Mass High Tech reported that electric vehicle owners will have a new place to plug and charge their cars and now Boston is encouraging residents to go greener by planting urban gardens. The Boston Parks and Recreation Department and [...]