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Would You Want to Work in a Recycling Facility?
Would You Want to Work in a Recycling Facility? While the recycling industry does provide real, living-wage jobs for many thousands of people, not all these jobs would be considered suitable by...
The Connection Between Recycling and Alternative Energy
The Connection Between Recycling and Alternative Energy One of the most exciting things about recycling as a social phenomena, is the ability of waste reduction schemes to help foster other "gr...
Automotive Battery Recycling: A Success Story
Automotive Battery Recycling: A Success Story Though most people don't think of it as such, the oldest and most often used type of rechargeable battery is found in automobiles. The lead-acid b...
All Computers Go to Heaven By the end of the 'aughts, nearly everyone has owned at least one computer. The only thing they all have in common is they they'll be effectively obsolete in just a...
Can Taxes Increase Recycling Rates?
Can Taxes Increase Recycling Rates? The use of taxation to influence behavior in the "free marketplace" has a very long track record. They are sort of like using economic sanctions at the int...
Are Plastic Bags Really That Bad?
Are Plastic Bags Really That Bad? The short answer is, "yes." No, they will not cause the sun to fall out of the sky, but when it comes to making recycling difficult and causing a massive amo...
A couple days ago the blog post was about the waste the average non-recycling person creates every day to illustrate the sheer potential there is in a home business centered around business waste.. I made a note of everything I threw away for a whole day. Here’s an abbreviated list. • ...
The Waste We Make: Recycle Better to Earn More
Last week, I made a note of everything I threw away while I was at the office. Why? Because there’s a high likelihood that people don’t realize everything they throw away. If individuals don’t realize how much they throw away, how can businesses (made up of individuals) possibly realize and...
Let March Be Your Cue to Recycle and Start a Great Home Business
Last week, at the end of February we mentioned that in Finnish the word for the month of March, Maaliskuu, means “the earthy month” because it’s typically the first month of the year where earth can be seen finally peaking through the snow. As you can now see (as long...
There you have it! March is the “Earth Month” – Time to Recycle.
Earlier in the month we mentioned that it seemed like Spring was swiftly approaching. Well, there you have it. The month is already drawing to a close and what comes next? March. March is otherwise known as the first month of Spring. In Finland, instead of...
On the last Friday in February of 2009 the big bad global financial crisis of 2008-2009 was in full swing. It seems like everybody’s chips were down, and it was one headline after another reporting on increased unemployment, a raising deficit, and a financial black hole that nobody ever thought...
Remember the Alamo!: Recycling Against the Odds
Do you remember the Alamo from History Class? The Battle of the Alamo was a key turning point in the Texas Revolution, where Mexican Troops launched an attack on the Alamo Mission in present day San Antonio Texas. In the battle, all but two of the Texan defenders...
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For my next article for the Birmingham Recycled magazine, i will be aiming to find a series of...
Day 190: Make a Wedding Chunky Book
Quote: “All major religious traditions carry basically the same message, that is love, compassion an...
Telegraph Recycling RSS feed... is updated?
Shock horror, shock shock horror. After my blog from what seems like years ago, the unthinkable has...
Making Citywide Composting Profitable
In today’s Daily Freeman, Andi Turco-Levin announces her desire to get behind a citywide compo...
If there’s one food in the world I can eat every day, it’s pickles. I will be tempted to...
Quality Street Goes 'Green'...
…And I’m not just talking about the green triangles… While munching on my Nan...
Scrap Metal Prices and Scrap Metal Auctions
Current Scrap Metal Auctions on eBay
We have taken the time to narrow down the list of auctions on eBay for just scrap metal for sale and scrap metal related items including copper wire strippers. Auctions consist of various types of scrap metal for sale including copper, steel, copper wire, aluminum, carbide, tungsten, brass and... [[ This...
5 Tons of Scrap Metal For Sale Lowville NY
This lot consists of approximately 5 tons of miscellaneous scrap metal. Items are located at the New York State Department of Transportation, Lowville, New York. You must take all scrap; there is no sorting. For more information go to link below. 5 Tons of Scrap Metal For Sale – Bid Here [[...
United States Scrap Metal Report March 13 2010
We have found a great post on all types of scrap metal prices from around the United States. Scrap Price Bulletin provids scrap metal prices in Pittsburgh, Chicago, Philadelphia, St. Louis, Detroit, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Youngstown, Buffalo, Birmingham, South Carolina, New York, Boston, Los... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit...
China Aluminum Metal and Scrap Prices Mar 11 2010
WorldScrap- by the pressure of fund selling, London Metal Exchange (LME) future aluminum mildly lowered on 10th ended the continuing rising. And it finally closed at 2,225 points, down by 30 points or 1.33%. Stockpiles on Wednesday, LME aluminum stocks fell by 5,150 tons, and totally fell to... [[ This is...
Over 1 Million Pounds of Steel and Iron Scrap for Sale
Event 7629 – Bidding begins March 16, 2010 LOT 7700 – (300, 000)APPROX OF LIGHT AND HEAVY STEEL LOCATED AT FT. RILEY KS. PERFORMANCE PERIOD OF 6 MONTHS. THAT MAY INCLUDE VEHICULAR COMPONENTS, FRAMES, BRACES, CHAINS, CABLE, RACKS, DESKS, CHAIRS, FILING CABINETS, WALL LOCKERS – Fort... [[ This is a content summary...
India Scrap and Base Metal Prices March 11 2010
March 11 2010 – Reuters has published today’s base metal and scrap metals prices in rupees per tonne at the Bombay Metal Exchange: METALS – Copper wire bars (HCL*), Aluminum ingots, Zinc slab, Lead ingot, Tin, Nickel , Cathode SCRAP – Copper cable scrap, Copper heavy scrap,... [[ This is a content summary...
Look What I Found!
Over at Reduce Footprints the weekly challenge to change the world is saving water. Of course we all know we should take short showers and keep that bucket underneath to collect some water for cleaning, flushing the toilet etc. Use a wash-bowl for our dishes and throw the saved drain...
These simple wooden toys were made by hand in a learning workshop. That’s what the sticker underneath tells me. They look quite used, so one little boy probably must have loved to play a lot with them. Yet then his parents threw them out heartlessly when he grew too old...
Meet our good friend Ed once more, here comfortably seated in our visitor’s faux suede easy chair in the BF’s apartment. We found it right in front of our door in mint condition without even the tiniest speck on it. There was one more plus the matching couch, be we...
If you crochet, have you ever tried this style? Or, if you were a kid or teenager in the Seventies perhaps the teacher forced it on you in craft class…I don’t often find craft books in the trash so my first reaction was ‘how cool’ when the BF spotted it...
Last week I had my face professionally photographed for a short interview I had with a women’s magazine (Vriendin). What about? About this here funny hobby of mine! Where this eclectic way of recycling eventually can lead to…As both the make-up artist and photographer’s assistant’s mouths fell open when I...
Sorry I haven’t written a New Year’s post, but it’s not too late though to wish all my readers a happy, healthy, green and crafty 2010!The thing is late December I got an invitation from a real gallery to exhibit my tea cozies in February. So the year is starting...
Recycling and eWaste news
New Tool for Your Loan Scenarios
We know that no two investors offer identical lending guidelines and often times you would prefer not to be spending your days reading through regs in search of specific underwriting verbiage. If you have run into a loan scenario that requires niche lending products or just want to know who...
Step into these south coast open houses
Here’s a list of all homes for sale offering open houses in Dana Point, San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano this weekend (Mar. 13 and 14). CLICK on address links for more information, and happy hunting! Dana Point 19 Regina 34142 Selva Road #215...
"Oh death, where is thou sting?" Johnny Cash: The Hospice Sessions
On 'Ain't No Grave,' it's a vulnerable Johnny Cash, accepting his physical state and making the best of it. Anyone who has lived with the decline of a loved one will feel the raw emotion. Anyone who has lived with the...
$35 million OC home assessed at $3.2 million
A home currently asking $35 million in North Laguna Beach has a strange history, according to the Southern California MLS. The home, located at 31887 Circle Drive, was listed March 17, 2006 with the following listing prices: $33.9 million $31.9 million $33.5 million...
BofA Believed Woman's Home Was Vacant, Padlocked It and Kept Bird Over a Week Bank of America Corp. apologized after its local contractor entered the home of a mortgage borrower when she was away, cut off utilities, padlocked the door and confiscated her pet parrot, Luke. Angela Iannelli,...
Alexandra Cousteau on Kilimanjaro, the Clean Water Crisis, and Transgender Fish
You’d expect someone who has spent most of her life at or below sea level to sweat a little harder hiking up 19,340-foot Kilimanjaro on the Summit on the Summit climb last January. Not so for Alexandra Cousteau, granddaughter of Jacques, lifelong water advocate, and a National Geographic emerging explorer. While she...
ScienceDaily: Recycling and Waste News
LED streetlights best buy for cities, researchers report
Researchers have conducted the first cradle-to-grave assessment of light-emitting diode streetlights and determined that the increasingly popular lamps strike the best balance between brightness, affordability, and energy and environmental conservation when their life span -- from production to disposal -- is considered. LEDs consist of clusters of tiny, high-intensity bulbs...
Biogas climate benefit greater than previously thought?
Biogas from refuse produces 95 per cent less greenhouse gas emissions than gasoline, according to a new research report. With a few simple improvements to the biogas plants, the figure can rise to 120 per cent -- i.e. biogas becomes more than climate neutral. This can be compared with the...
Hazardous e-waste surging in developing countries
Unless action is stepped up to properly collect and recycle materials, many developing countries face the specter of fast-rising hazardous e-waste mountains this coming decade with serious consequences for the environment and public health, according to experts....
Seeds from the Moringa tree can be used for water purification, study suggests
Pure water is a key requirement for good health and alternative cheap, safe methods are required in many countries. Researchers have now described how extracts from seeds of the Moringa oleifera tree can be used for water purification....
Strategic cooperation sets the scene for geological disposal of nuclear waste in Europe
A group of eight European radioactive waste management organizations has set up the "Implementing Geological Disposal Technology Platform" with support from the European Commission. Their vision is that "by 2025, the first geological disposal facilities for spent fuel, high-level waste and other long-lived radioactive waste will be operating safely in...
Compostable plastics have a sweet ending
Food packaging and other disposable plastic items could soon be composted at home along with organic waste, thanks to a new sugar-based polymer. The degradable polymer is made from sugars known as lignocellulosic biomass, which come from non-food crops such as fast-growing trees and grasses, or renewable biomass from agricultural...
RecycleBlog by RecycleBill
Feed The Children Where You Live
Or, Internet As Fertilizer? All my life RecycleBill has heard people say, "Why are we sending millions to (insert place here) when we've got starving people right here at home?" And to be honest I really can't answer that question but I'm happy to say that Liz McLellan and the members...
The Big Green Hole In The New Green Economy
Or, When Everyone Is Selling, Nobody Is Buying? RecycleBill is not an economist and I don't play an economist on TV but I do have some thoughts about why the "new green economy" doesn't seem to be getting off the ground as quickly as many had hoped it might. And while...
Or, Greetings From Guam? RecycleBill thought I would take a minute to share this video I found via the Recycling Association of Guam. It's pretty cool so why not give it a look see?...
A Local Recycling Center Comes Of Age
Or, Saturday Morning At The Junk Yard? With the exception of an excavator crushing and loading piles of scrap steel, all is quiet at Salvage America this morning. Have no doubt, when people wake up and realize the rain they were expecting has since passed, the place will be slammed....
US Retail Recycling Regulations
Or, ID Please? A lot of people are surprised at all the regulations they must meet when they go to their local recycling center. Most of the regulation is designed to prevent or reduce theft but most people don't know where to find the info they need. That's why I'm happy...
Or, Bottling Run Amuck? Okay, even RecycleBill has to admit that recycled ketchup seems somehow less than tasty but if one just happened to have enough tomatoes then this just might be the green start-up idea for you....
Recycling News's blog
Mar 12 - Paper Recycling Reaches High
Paper recycling in the US has reached a high of 57 percent, according to trade groups. Paper recycling has been on an upward climb for the past several years. The paper industry has pledged to obtain a 60 percent recycling rate by 2012. Read an Article Learn about AB 2138 (Chesbro), which...
Mar 11 - Bottle Bill Funds to be Restored, CalRecycle Announces
CalRecycle today officially announced that Bottle Bill payments will be restored retro active to January 1, as a result of AB 7. The fixes contained in AB 7 are expected to maintain a balance between program expenditures and revenues through December of 2011. However, this fix is dependent on the Governor and Department of...
Mar 11 - Support for Producer Responsiblity
Currently, 81 local jurisdictions and organizations have passed resolutions to support Product Responsiblity. This includes Nevada County, California which has seen 1600% increase in costs to manage household hazardous wastes during the last 9 years. Product stewardship places primary responsibility on the producer, or brand owner, who makes design and marketing...
Mar 8 - Governor Schwarzenegger Signs Bottle Bill Fix
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger has signed legislation to reinstate funding for thousands of recycling centers and programs under the California Bottle Bill. AB 7 (Evans) provides for the payback of funds borrowed from the Bottle Bill, and will help bring the recycling program revenues and expenditures into balance for the next...
Mar 8 - CalRecycle Bottle Bill Workshop Tomorrow
CalRecycle is holding a Bottle Bill workshop tomorrow: Joe Serna/CalEPA Building/Coastal Hearing Room 1001 I Street, 2nd Floor Coastal Hearing Room Sacramento, CA 95814 9:00AM to 5:00PM Highlights: Curbside Program Registration and Renewal 9-10 am Regulatory Changes 10-12 Fraud Prevention 1:30 pm Details ...
Mar 3 - Drop Off Unwanted Denim at GAP and Help Insulate Homes
Cotton, Inc.'s new project, CottonFromBlueToGreen.org is holding a drive to collect unwanted denim clothing (any brand) at all GAP retailers from March 5-14. If they are interested, those who donate will receive 30% off a new denim GAP product. The CottonFromBlueToGreen organization utilizes the recycled denim to make a stronger, fire-retardant,...
Lucy Danger's 3 Rs Recycling Blog
Greetings,It has always been something of a bugbear of mine that whenever I talk about climate change there is always one sceptic who will say something along the lines of "Climate change, that's a load of rubbish, look at all this snow/sun/etc" completely missing the point that there is in...
Congratulations EMERGE Drivers!
Greetings,Big Congratulations are in order to our recycling operations crew at EMERGE for achieving their NVQ Level 2 certification in Environmental Conservation and Community Recycling! We've posted the full story on the EMERGE website but I thought it was worth taking this opportunity to say how proud I am...
Greetings,I was disappointed to read yet another report of the shocking levels of wastage generate by Materials Reclamation Facilities ('MRF's). It seems that Merseyside Waste Disposal Authority have released figures showing that at one of their facilities up to one tonne in every seven sent for reprocessing is then...
Climate Change: Don't Believe The Hype!
Greetings,I came across an article on the Independent's website the other day which nicely surmises what I've been feeling recently about the 'climate change' debate. A lot of sceptics felt vindicated by the climategate scandal and there were implications that in some way the incident disproves all of the science...
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MRF = Mechanical Recovery Fallacy?
Greetings,Following on from my previous post about a local manchester waste boss making a stand against deceptive waste management companies, I thought I should probably do something to explain what the real issue is and why we are so incensed about it.There is quite a comprehensive article on Wikipedia which...
Pacebutler Recycling Blog
Profit From Cell Phone Recycling Business
If you’re planning to start a home-based recycling business, you might want to consider cell phone recycling as a viable option. Here are some reasons why cell phones are far better than any other material to collect and recycle, at the moment: Unlimited supply of cell phones Americans, on the average change...
Eco-Cybernetic City of the Future by Orlando De Urrutia
The 3G dataphones of today were the stuff of science fiction 40 years ago. Today, they are so commonplace, we hardly think about the brilliant flashes of inspiration that their inventors had to come up with these clever devices. What would our buildings and cities look like 40 years...
10 things you need to know about energy tax credits and going green
Only two things are certain in life and neither one is an ideal topic for a blog post. But April is just around the corner, and now would be a good time as any to talk about taxes, particularly, your energy tax credits. Allison Casey of the DOE’s National Renewable...
Computer Recycling Gains Traction in Texas
In 2009, Texans recycled a total of 12,478,301 lbs. of used computer equipment, according to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). The number was collated from the annual reports submitted by electronics manufacturers participating in the Texas Computer Equipment Recycling Program. In 2007, by virtue of a state legislation, electronics...
Algae Life Cycle Study Challenged
The trade organization representing the algae industry, Algal Biomass Organization (ABO), has issued a statement putting into question the results of a recent study on algae life cycle. Unsustainable greenhouse emissions The study, Environmental Life Cycle Comparison of Algae to Other Bioenergy Feedstocks, was recently published on the journal Environmental Science and...
Recycling an entire city – making Detroit bloom again
Quite possibly, Detroit is the city that took the hardest hit from the current economic recession. Detroit, the mighty symbol of the American car industry has floundered along with the industry that has employed generations of autoworkers in this city and its suburbs. How do you make a city that...
Recycling Facts Guide
5 Easy Ways of Recycling Water
As creating and maintaining a healthy environment has become a high priority for many people, finding ways of recycling water and other important resources is very important. Along with this environmental concern, however; the US is also facing serious financial issues. Most people just do not have the funds available...
The Right Paper for the Paper Recycling Process
Most people are familiar with the recycling logo. You can find it on some of the packaging of products you buy, as well as on bins and other items used for recycling. What you might not be aware of is how the whole recycling process works. Lets...
The Benefits Of Recycling Water Bottles
In the United States, each of the 300 million citizens uses an average of 166 plastic water bottles each year. As landfill space is at a minimum and it takes years to break down the materials in a plastic bottle, recycling water bottles is an extremely important task. Recycling water...
When you think of recycling do you sigh and think that you just don’t have the time or energy to do it? Do you see visions of hundreds of thousands of empty plastic bottles in some far-away factory getting ready to be melted down? Do you think that...
Waste Management Companies Make A Difference
Every day, the people of America produce close to a ton of waste just doing the things they need in order to survive in today’s modern world. It’s not just residential trash, either; there are corporations, institutions, organizations, and more that all contribute to the issue of waste. As a...
The Policies of a Mazda Auto Recycling Center
Most people are familiar with the idea of purchasing used auto parts from a salvage yard or auto recycling center. Until recently, this practice was considered to be a less expensive way of getting the parts needed to fix all kinds of cars and trucks. Many car owners...
The Rubbish Diet
From ring pulls to a stylish evening bag
I recently spent an evening out with a group of girlfriends, where we were discussing what I was going to wear to the Greenest County awards that are taking place next week. Although I'd sorted my dress, I hadn't quite got around to thinking about my bag.... Well I've got loads...
Does anybody recognise this lady? Perhaps not. So let me introduce her as Shirley Lewis, veteran environmental campaigner from Northern Ireland. If you are still drawing a blank, here's another photo that might help, especially for anyone who might have been in Bury St Edmunds today...when Shirley Lewis visited the...
Nothing much to report here...except....who stole my recycling?
I'm amazed that I'm still with you today, especially after this morning's surprise, when I went to put out our recycling bin and discovered it was hardly worth bothering about. There was so little in there, I almost fell inside with shock. You get the image: head first, legs dangling...
This has to be my favourite time of year, when John Naish, author of Enough, announces the winners of The Landfill Prize, to hghlight all sorts of novelty gadgets that form Britain's cleverest rubbish. Having succeeded to get my nomination for SatNag in the 2009 Top Ten, I failed to...
Don't be a tosser and other Suffolk rubbish news!
I interrupt this broadcast with the news that there will be a slight delay in publishing the latest guide to The Rubbish Diet Challenge, on account that I've been tied up in Suffolk all day. When I say "tied up", I'd like to reassure you that I haven't actually been physically...
The Rubbish Diet Challenge, Week 8: Your very own Zero Waste Week
I've shown you mine, so will you show me yours! At last it's the very week you have been waiting for, or well at least I hope you have. It may be 36 hours late thanks to all the comings and goings this week, but finally I can present you with...
EPC's Computer Recyling Blog
The Downside of Upgrading – Or why should I pay for computer recycling?
"Why should I pay for computer recycling?" our clients frequently ask. A discussion of the costs of responsible recycling services and why there is no such thing as "free electronics recycling" Related posts:The School District of Philadephia to investigate its computer recycling program The school district of Philadelphia is launching a...
Computer Recycling Put Inmates, Staff at Risk
Federal prisoners and prison staff members were exposed to toxic levels of heavy metals for years, says a new report from the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health. Related posts:The School District of Philadephia to investigate its computer recycling program The school district of Philadelphia is launching a probe into... Computer...
Another Internet Explorer Vulnerability (…sigh)
Well, here we are again. A few weeks after Microsoft pushed out a critical patch to all versions of Internet Explorer, Jorge Luis Alvarez Medina, a security consultant with Core Security Technologies provided details of another attack against the beleaguered browser. This time, an attacker “may be able to access...
5 Weirdest Returns to EPC, Inc. – Part 1
EPC, Inc. has been fortunate enough to become a juggernaut in the IT Asset Recovery business and our reputation as one of the best solutions for end-of-life IT equipment continues to grow. Those of you that consider “IT equipment” computers, printers, servers and more – you’re absolutely right. The vast majority...
10 Tips for Protecting Business Data
How do you protect confidential business data? Here are 10 basic steps you can take to improve your data security program. Related posts:Stimulus Bill significantly modifies HIPAA regulations Buried within the huge American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (a.k.a,... 5 Questions to ask your Data Destruction Company When you replace your computers, what...
5 Questions to ask your Data Destruction Company
When you replace your computers, what happens to the data on them? With increased legal scrutiny and identity theft protections, it is important for you to know exactly what happens to the information on your end of life computers. Some companies prefer to keep this responsibility in-house, using tools like...
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My Recycled Bags.com
Here are my colorful plarn scrubbies I crocheted using Doni’s scrubbie dots pattern. I used a “J” (6 mm) crochet hook and followed her pattern instructions using recycled plastic bags cut about 3/4″ wide as shown in my plarn-making-tutorial. The finished dimensions for my scrubbies are 4 inch wide...
Two years ago today, I was told that I had breast cancer. I will never ever forget the feelings and utter terror I felt that day. My mind ran through all the different scenarios and I faced some of the most terrifying moments of my life after my diagnoses. As...
Here is my latest baby wearable I made for my granddaughter. I crocheted this cute pattern by Beverly called Cat’s Meow Toddler Jacket using Bernat Baby Jacquards. It is a fairly easy pattern but I did have some questions and I thought I’d clarify a few issues that I had...
Recycling thrift store sweaters is a great way to reclaim some nice yarn at a reasonable price. I recently picked up this mohair blend sweater from my local thrift store with high hopes to unravel the yarn. Well I soon found out that this sweater didn’t want to unravel...
I present my plarn apron which was crocheted from recycled plastic bags. Some time ago I had a request for an apron pattern and put it on my to-do list. I add project ideas to my list all the time in an effort to create a comprehensive library of free...
What do you do with your old cell phones? Do you recycle them? Each year nearly two hundred fifty million phones cell phones are discarded and many get thrown away and end up in our trash and landfills. Cell phones contain toxic chemicals and hazardous materials such as copper, lead,...
Blog On Smog
Student Saturday: Eco-Principles
With our global emphasis on green and sustainable living, many people are actively doing their part to engage in green acts. Whether its recycling, toting reusable grocery bags, there are a number of ways to engage yourself in balanced living. More... ...
Footprint Friday: Tankless Water Heaters
A tankless water heater is the perfect solution for those who want hot water and to save money. Tankless water heaters, which are also called instantaneous or demand water heaters, are becoming extremely popular these days because of their efficiency. More... ...
Student Saturday: Designing with Nature in Mind
Several decades ago, a few creative thinkers started redefining the traditional idea of home. From coast to coast, people started looking at their environment and began building with eco-inspired homes. Hawaii’s famous Onion House is one popular example of a creative idea. More... ...
New renewable energy articles/posts on the internet: Chinese polysilicon producer Daqo New Energy Corp has filed for an IPO on the New York Stock Exchange. First Solar is diversifying its portfolio of utility-scale, thin film photovoltaic power projects by acquiring a number of solar power projects in California and the...
GPS coordinates may replace tombstones in Calgary as the city examines ways to make cemetaries more environmentally friendly. Is the compact fluorescent lightbulb dead? Meet the next generation lightbulb. Donors pay Ecuador to keep oil underground thus preserving rain forest and habitat for indigenous people. Six healthy...
Rethink.
Ze-gen Named Top 50 Greentech Startup
Greentech Media, announced this week that Ze-gen is among the top 50 VC-funded cleantech startups. Since 2005, venture capitalists have invested almost $20 billion in cleantech/greentech companies, and all of these companies have the goal of making an “impact on our energy-intensive lives.” Ze-gen was chosen from among 500 venture...
Gregor Macdonald, a researcher, investor, and writer in the energy sector recently published his February monthly issue, Energy Supply and Individual States. In a brief summary of the report, Macdonald writes on his blog, “While many news organizations and investment houses have started to address more concertedly the financial woes...
Under the Radar Waste: Carpets
According to carpet industry estimates, approximately 4.7 billion pounds of carpet are discarded in the United States annually (EPA). Of that 4.7 billion, it is estimated that only 3.8% of the carpet waste is recycled. Carpet waste poses a massive challenge...
Bill Gates at TED 2010: Innovating to Zero
Recently, at the TED 2010 conference, Bill Gates spoke about his one wish: “Innovating to Zero.” Gates declared the need for “energy miracles.” These innovative miracles differ from other miracles like the personal computer and the Internet, in that there is a need to work at full speed to develop...
Making Renewable Energy Viable in Massachusetts
The four investor owned utilities in Massachusetts (National Grid, NStar, Western Massachusetts Electric Co., and Unitil Corp.) recently demonstrated their commitment to renewable energy as a viable alternative energy option in the Commonwealth. An article in today’s Boston Globe states that the utilities are seeking bids from producers of renewable...
Under the Radar Waste: Railroad Ties
Railroad ties (or “railway sleepers” outside of the U.S.) are the rectangular load-bearing objects that are used as a base for railroad tracks. Ties can be made of wood or concrete; wood railroad ties are the predominant type in the United States, while concrete railroad ties are used widely outside...