Hey everyone
President Obama has picked Nancy Slutley as the White House council on Environment. Story below.
Obama appointment
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Friday, December 5, 2008
Activities this weekend
Hey everyone
- Greenpeace is having a get together at Wrigley pavilion in Millenium Park this Saturday 12/6. Brave the cold!
- Friends of the Chicago River are doing some gift wrapping at the Old Orchard LL Bean this Saturday. Stop by to get those gifts wrapped. If you are interested in helping out, click on Chicago River to find out how.
- Fun for you and the kids can be held at the Peggy Notebaert Museum this weekend. Click on the link for all the festive activities going on at the museum.
- Wikipower is in a partnership with The Peggy Notebaert Museum and A Fresh Squeeze. The partnership exists to provide funding for the museum's educational programs. For every person that signs up to A Fresh Squeeze's email update list, the blog will donate $0.25 to The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum! You will receive up to date information on environmental issues in the Chicago area and be helping one of Chicago's top environmental resources. So please take a moment to go to my donation page and sign up. The list of donors is growing and money has already been sent to the museum.
- Greenpeace is having a get together at Wrigley pavilion in Millenium Park this Saturday 12/6. Brave the cold!
- Friends of the Chicago River are doing some gift wrapping at the Old Orchard LL Bean this Saturday. Stop by to get those gifts wrapped. If you are interested in helping out, click on Chicago River to find out how.
- Fun for you and the kids can be held at the Peggy Notebaert Museum this weekend. Click on the link for all the festive activities going on at the museum.
- Wikipower is in a partnership with The Peggy Notebaert Museum and A Fresh Squeeze. The partnership exists to provide funding for the museum's educational programs. For every person that signs up to A Fresh Squeeze's email update list, the blog will donate $0.25 to The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum! You will receive up to date information on environmental issues in the Chicago area and be helping one of Chicago's top environmental resources. So please take a moment to go to my donation page and sign up. The list of donors is growing and money has already been sent to the museum.
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
This week in green......
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So Green is Universal? More like hypocritical if you ask me. While NBC is publishing stories about how the big 3 automakers are flying their private jets to DC to ask for money, they spend even more money sending their Today show characters all around the world to talk about.....water? Great job on that fuel consumption NBC.
Congratulations to Kate Ekman of Northeastern Illinois University for winning a grant from the National Wildlife Federation! It will be used for analyzing campus activities and more. The full story can be read in the Independent.
A Fresh Squeeze has written some articles on winterizing your garden and profiled some Hyde Park eateries in their recent Chicago update. Click here for their Seattle activities.
ENN has continuously updated its website. There recently was an interview with Worldwatch's Chris Flavin.
Northside College Prep CASE members took a field trip to the Museum of Science and Industry in order to take a tour of The Green Home.
- Wikipower is in a partnership with The Peggy Notebaert Museum and A Fresh Squeeze. The partnership exists to provide funding for the museum's educational programs. For every person that signs up to A Fresh Squeeze's email update list, the blog will donate $0.25 to The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum! You will receive up to date information on environmental issues in the Chicago area and be helping one of Chicago's top environmental resources. So please take a moment to go to my donation page and sign up. The list of donors is growing and money has already been sent to the museum.
So Green is Universal? More like hypocritical if you ask me. While NBC is publishing stories about how the big 3 automakers are flying their private jets to DC to ask for money, they spend even more money sending their Today show characters all around the world to talk about.....water? Great job on that fuel consumption NBC.
Congratulations to Kate Ekman of Northeastern Illinois University for winning a grant from the National Wildlife Federation! It will be used for analyzing campus activities and more. The full story can be read in the Independent.
A Fresh Squeeze has written some articles on winterizing your garden and profiled some Hyde Park eateries in their recent Chicago update. Click here for their Seattle activities.
ENN has continuously updated its website. There recently was an interview with Worldwatch's Chris Flavin.
Northside College Prep CASE members took a field trip to the Museum of Science and Industry in order to take a tour of The Green Home.
- Wikipower is in a partnership with The Peggy Notebaert Museum and A Fresh Squeeze. The partnership exists to provide funding for the museum's educational programs. For every person that signs up to A Fresh Squeeze's email update list, the blog will donate $0.25 to The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum! You will receive up to date information on environmental issues in the Chicago area and be helping one of Chicago's top environmental resources. So please take a moment to go to my donation page and sign up. The list of donors is growing and money has already been sent to the museum.
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
results of ISEC conference
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Here is a quick summary of the conference. The answers come from Andrew Weithe, program coordinator for the Illinois Student Environmental Council.
WP: What was the reason behind the conference?
AW: The conference was held for a number of reasons. The broadest reason was that bringing students together from all over the state to dialogue with, and learn from, each other helps to create a sense of community and a collaborative spirit among student environmentalists. The energy and actions being generated by young people around Illinois is truly inspiring, and as we look to the environmental challenges of the future, the best way to meet these challenges head on will be by bringing all that intellectual and social capital together as much as possible.
WP: How many presentations were there and how many people attended?
AW: Nearly 60 energized students gathered at Loyola to hear stimulating speeches from Gina Lettiere, of the Center for Urban Environmental Research and Policy, Barry Matchett, of the Environmental Law & Policy Center, and Lt. Governor Pat Quinn. Additionally, workshop sessions were held on the topics of leadership development, strategic planning, alternative transportation, and university green fees.
WP:Do you see the conference growing into the future?
AW: The energy and momentum carried forward from this conference gives me great confidence that it will only continue to grow. The feedback on the program was overwhelmingly positive, and the conference concluded with a networking and idea-sharing activity that stimulated an incredible volume of conversations which will no doubt continue to spur creativity and action.
WP: What do you hope the participants got out of the conference?
AW: I hope that participants came away with a stronger sense that they are not just isolated actors doing good things on their individual campuses, but also part of a wider community of environmentally concerned youth. The conference provided excellent content on sustainability issues, leadership development, and environmental policy, and I believe that the students came away feeling empowered to synthesize the information they learned with their existing efforts, and to apply it to those they hope to initiate in the future.
Great job Adam! Hopefully Wikipower can be part of the process.
- Wikipower is in a partnership with The Peggy Notebaert Museum and A Fresh Squeeze. The partnership exists to provide funding for the museum's educational programs. For every person that signs up to A Fresh Squeeze's email update list, the blog will donate $0.25 to The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum! You will receive up to date information on environmental issues in the Chicago area and be helping one of Chicago's top environmental resources. So please take a moment to go to my donation page and sign up. The list of donors is growing and money has already been sent to the museum.
Here is a quick summary of the conference. The answers come from Andrew Weithe, program coordinator for the Illinois Student Environmental Council.
WP: What was the reason behind the conference?
AW: The conference was held for a number of reasons. The broadest reason was that bringing students together from all over the state to dialogue with, and learn from, each other helps to create a sense of community and a collaborative spirit among student environmentalists. The energy and actions being generated by young people around Illinois is truly inspiring, and as we look to the environmental challenges of the future, the best way to meet these challenges head on will be by bringing all that intellectual and social capital together as much as possible.
WP: How many presentations were there and how many people attended?
AW: Nearly 60 energized students gathered at Loyola to hear stimulating speeches from Gina Lettiere, of the Center for Urban Environmental Research and Policy, Barry Matchett, of the Environmental Law & Policy Center, and Lt. Governor Pat Quinn. Additionally, workshop sessions were held on the topics of leadership development, strategic planning, alternative transportation, and university green fees.
WP:Do you see the conference growing into the future?
AW: The energy and momentum carried forward from this conference gives me great confidence that it will only continue to grow. The feedback on the program was overwhelmingly positive, and the conference concluded with a networking and idea-sharing activity that stimulated an incredible volume of conversations which will no doubt continue to spur creativity and action.
WP: What do you hope the participants got out of the conference?
AW: I hope that participants came away with a stronger sense that they are not just isolated actors doing good things on their individual campuses, but also part of a wider community of environmentally concerned youth. The conference provided excellent content on sustainability issues, leadership development, and environmental policy, and I believe that the students came away feeling empowered to synthesize the information they learned with their existing efforts, and to apply it to those they hope to initiate in the future.
Great job Adam! Hopefully Wikipower can be part of the process.
- Wikipower is in a partnership with The Peggy Notebaert Museum and A Fresh Squeeze. The partnership exists to provide funding for the museum's educational programs. For every person that signs up to A Fresh Squeeze's email update list, the blog will donate $0.25 to The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum! You will receive up to date information on environmental issues in the Chicago area and be helping one of Chicago's top environmental resources. So please take a moment to go to my donation page and sign up. The list of donors is growing and money has already been sent to the museum.
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Eco Conference and more
- Don't forget about the eco-conference held by Loyola! It is this Saturday, Oct. 25th and the address is 6525 N. Sheridan. To RSVP or get more info, contact Andrew Weith at aweith@elpc.org.
- A Fresh Squeeze has posted articles on composting and Chicago's Air Quality. The articles put a light on organizations in Chicago helping out in these areas. Don't forget to check out A Fresh Squeeze's Seattle edition! The eco actions taking place over there are substantive and effective and could be used here in Chicago.
- The Eco Andersonville group has put out info on some events covering sustainability and the "greening" of restaurants. Click on the link for more information.
- Greentech Media posted a story and reports that Google.org has given the US Academies a grant of $250,000 to find ways that the US and China can collaborate in green issues like solar, wind, and biomass.
- Wikipower is in a partnership with The Peggy Notebaert Museum and A Fresh Squeeze. The partnership exists to provide funding for the museum's educational programs. For every person that signs up to A Fresh Squeeze's email update list, the blog will donate $0.25 to The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum! You will receive up to date information on environmental issues in the Chicago area and be helping one of Chicago's top environmental resources. So please take a moment to go to my donation page and sign up. The list of donors is growing and money has already been sent to the museum.
- A Fresh Squeeze has posted articles on composting and Chicago's Air Quality. The articles put a light on organizations in Chicago helping out in these areas. Don't forget to check out A Fresh Squeeze's Seattle edition! The eco actions taking place over there are substantive and effective and could be used here in Chicago.
- The Eco Andersonville group has put out info on some events covering sustainability and the "greening" of restaurants. Click on the link for more information.
- Greentech Media posted a story and reports that Google.org has given the US Academies a grant of $250,000 to find ways that the US and China can collaborate in green issues like solar, wind, and biomass.
- Wikipower is in a partnership with The Peggy Notebaert Museum and A Fresh Squeeze. The partnership exists to provide funding for the museum's educational programs. For every person that signs up to A Fresh Squeeze's email update list, the blog will donate $0.25 to The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum! You will receive up to date information on environmental issues in the Chicago area and be helping one of Chicago's top environmental resources. So please take a moment to go to my donation page and sign up. The list of donors is growing and money has already been sent to the museum.
Thursday, October 16, 2008
ISEC Meeting and more
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- There is a huge ISEC meeting coming up on Sunday, Oct 25 from 10 - 3 at Loyola University. The address is 6525 N. Sheridan. The point of contact is Andrew Weithe. You can email him any questions or comments by clicking on the link (his name.)
- The Sierra Club is having a big party/fundraiser at one of my favorite music spots......Kinston Mines! It will be held this Saturday (the 19th) and the cost is $40 per person. There will be plenty of food and music. The funds will be distributed to campaigns that support Sierra Club initiatives. To RSVP to this event, contact Jen Hensley at 312-251-1680 or jennifer.hensley@sierraclub.org.
- A Fresh Squeeze has put up articles and information this past month on acting green for the holidays, green luxury, and areas that have lots of fast food places but no grocery stores. Check them out!
-- Wikipower is in a partnership with The Peggy Notebaert Museum and A Fresh Squeeze. The partnership exists to provide funding for the museum's educational programs. For every person that signs up to A Fresh Squeeze's email update list, the blog will donate $0.25 to The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum! You will receive up to date information on environmental issues in the Chicago area and be helping one of Chicago's top environmental resources. So please take a moment to go to my donation page and sign up. The list of donors is growing and money has already been sent to the museum.
- There is a huge ISEC meeting coming up on Sunday, Oct 25 from 10 - 3 at Loyola University. The address is 6525 N. Sheridan. The point of contact is Andrew Weithe. You can email him any questions or comments by clicking on the link (his name.)
- The Sierra Club is having a big party/fundraiser at one of my favorite music spots......Kinston Mines! It will be held this Saturday (the 19th) and the cost is $40 per person. There will be plenty of food and music. The funds will be distributed to campaigns that support Sierra Club initiatives. To RSVP to this event, contact Jen Hensley at 312-251-1680 or jennifer.hensley@sierraclub.org.
- A Fresh Squeeze has put up articles and information this past month on acting green for the holidays, green luxury, and areas that have lots of fast food places but no grocery stores. Check them out!
-- Wikipower is in a partnership with The Peggy Notebaert Museum and A Fresh Squeeze. The partnership exists to provide funding for the museum's educational programs. For every person that signs up to A Fresh Squeeze's email update list, the blog will donate $0.25 to The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum! You will receive up to date information on environmental issues in the Chicago area and be helping one of Chicago's top environmental resources. So please take a moment to go to my donation page and sign up. The list of donors is growing and money has already been sent to the museum.
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
October 8th update
Hey everyone
- Northeastern Illinois University had their green week last week and it was a great success! I will have a more in-depth interview later on. For more info on what is going on now, head to Green Cycle Group!
- The Eco-Andersonville Group has updated its website.
- Don't forget about the ISEC meeting on October 25! Click on the link for more info.
- Wikipower is in a partnership with The Peggy Notebaert Museum and A Fresh Squeeze. The partnership exists to provide funding for the museum's educational programs. For every person that signs up to A Fresh Squeeze's email update list, the blog will donate $0.25 to The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum! You will receive up to date information on environmental issues in the Chicago area and be helping one of Chicago's top environmental resources. So please take a moment to go to my donation page and sign up. The list of donors is growing and money has already been sent to the museum.
- Northeastern Illinois University had their green week last week and it was a great success! I will have a more in-depth interview later on. For more info on what is going on now, head to Green Cycle Group!
- The Eco-Andersonville Group has updated its website.
- Don't forget about the ISEC meeting on October 25! Click on the link for more info.
- Wikipower is in a partnership with The Peggy Notebaert Museum and A Fresh Squeeze. The partnership exists to provide funding for the museum's educational programs. For every person that signs up to A Fresh Squeeze's email update list, the blog will donate $0.25 to The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum! You will receive up to date information on environmental issues in the Chicago area and be helping one of Chicago's top environmental resources. So please take a moment to go to my donation page and sign up. The list of donors is growing and money has already been sent to the museum.
Thursday, September 11, 2008
eco Anderson update and more
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- Eco Andersonville has updated there activity list on their website. New information includes a survey, information on the Andersonville Business Certification Program, First Free's Block party on Sept. 13, and more Green tips.
- A Fresh Squeeze has recently written articles on the importance of shopping locally. Conveniently, they reference a study done on this issue by the Andersonville Chamber of Commerce (above.) As far as eating at restaurants serving local food, they highlight Bistro Campagn, a Lincoln Square eatery.
- I am seeing more and more blue carts in Chicago's alleys. Thank you Chicago!
- Wikipower is in a partnership with The Peggy Notebaert Museum and A Fresh Squeeze. The partnership exists to provide funding for the museum's educational programs. For every person that signs up to A Fresh Squeeze's email update list, the blog will donate $0.25 to The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum! You will receive up to date information on environmental issues in the Chicago area and be helping one of Chicago's top environmental resources. So please take a moment to go to my donation page and sign up. The list of donors is growing and money has already been sent to the museum.
- Eco Andersonville has updated there activity list on their website. New information includes a survey, information on the Andersonville Business Certification Program, First Free's Block party on Sept. 13, and more Green tips.
- A Fresh Squeeze has recently written articles on the importance of shopping locally. Conveniently, they reference a study done on this issue by the Andersonville Chamber of Commerce (above.) As far as eating at restaurants serving local food, they highlight Bistro Campagn, a Lincoln Square eatery.
- I am seeing more and more blue carts in Chicago's alleys. Thank you Chicago!
- Wikipower is in a partnership with The Peggy Notebaert Museum and A Fresh Squeeze. The partnership exists to provide funding for the museum's educational programs. For every person that signs up to A Fresh Squeeze's email update list, the blog will donate $0.25 to The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum! You will receive up to date information on environmental issues in the Chicago area and be helping one of Chicago's top environmental resources. So please take a moment to go to my donation page and sign up. The list of donors is growing and money has already been sent to the museum.
Monday, September 8, 2008
Northeastern Green Fee and more
Hey everyone
Sorry for the delay in posting. The start of school and soccer was a bit much.
I wanted to post about some recent happenings with
The Green Fee was originated by
Recent activities of Northeastern’s Green Cycle Group have included creating a new group facebook page, scheduling a bake sale on Oct 1, and participating in the Student Activities Office sponsored Green Week from September 29th to October 3. Visit the group’s website .
I am very encouraged by the efforts of
If you are part of an institution that would like to get some environmental activities or information out, please let me know. I am always looking to get the efforts and information out.
Wikipower is in a partnership with The Peggy Notebaert Museum and A Fresh Squeeze. The partnership exists to provide funding for the museum's educational programs. For every person that signs up to A Fresh Squeeze's email update list, the blog will donate $0.25 to The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum! You will receive up to date information on environmental issues in the Chicago area and be helping one of Chicago's top environmental resources. So please take a moment to go to my donation page and sign up. The list of donors is growing and money has already been sent to the museum. To read more about the details of the program, click the link below.
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
LOHAS and more
Hey
The term LOHAS is starting to gain more traction within the eco world. It means Lifestyles of Health and Sustainability. You can read the following article thanks to Green Exchange for this wonderful information!
- Coke has announced that they are going to start using hybrid vehicles for delivery of their products. Does this mean the Coke side of life is starting to go green to avoid going in the red due to fuel costs?
The term LOHAS is starting to gain more traction within the eco world. It means Lifestyles of Health and Sustainability. You can read the following article thanks to Green Exchange for this wonderful information!
- Coke has announced that they are going to start using hybrid vehicles for delivery of their products. Does this mean the Coke side of life is starting to go green to avoid going in the red due to fuel costs?
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
NEIU,Greenmaker Supply, and more
- Northeastern Illinois University has used some of its "green fee" on purchasing a battery powered vehicle for its Facility Maintenance Department. It also has increased its orders for more covered bicycle racks around the university. More to come on this great acheivement!
- Greenmaker Supply has a sale going on. This is a great place to shop. They have a lot of eco friendly housing items that if used can improve sustainability.
- The Peggy Notebaert Museum will be hosting a wonderful picnic night on August 7th.
- Recently, the city of Los Angeles has ordered a ban on plastic bags as of 2010. If you are looking to be part of this effort, you can go to Green Kits and order cloth bags. I have been using these bags for over a year now and have estimated a savings of over 150 plastic bags. That is just in one year. You can also go the Lincoln Square Chamber of Commerce website and check out vendors in the neighborhood who are giving discounts to patrons that use cloth bags. Congrats to them.
- Evanston's Markets have been featured in A Fresh Squeeze. Buying local not only saves CO2 emissions, but keeps $$$$ in the local community. Who doesn't need that in these trying times?
- Wikipower is in a partnership with The Peggy Notebaert Museum and A Fresh Squeeze. The partnership exists to provide funding for the museum's educational programs. For every person that signs up to A Fresh Squeeze's email update list, the blog will donate $0.25 to The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum! You will receive up to date information on environmental issues in the Chicago area and be helping one of Chicago's top environmental resources. So please take a moment to go to my donation page and sign up. The list of donors is growing and money has already been sent to the museum. To read more about the details of the program, click the link below.
Thanks everyone!
- Greenmaker Supply has a sale going on. This is a great place to shop. They have a lot of eco friendly housing items that if used can improve sustainability.
- The Peggy Notebaert Museum will be hosting a wonderful picnic night on August 7th.
- Recently, the city of Los Angeles has ordered a ban on plastic bags as of 2010. If you are looking to be part of this effort, you can go to Green Kits and order cloth bags. I have been using these bags for over a year now and have estimated a savings of over 150 plastic bags. That is just in one year. You can also go the Lincoln Square Chamber of Commerce website and check out vendors in the neighborhood who are giving discounts to patrons that use cloth bags. Congrats to them.
- Evanston's Markets have been featured in A Fresh Squeeze. Buying local not only saves CO2 emissions, but keeps $$$$ in the local community. Who doesn't need that in these trying times?
- Wikipower is in a partnership with The Peggy Notebaert Museum and A Fresh Squeeze. The partnership exists to provide funding for the museum's educational programs. For every person that signs up to A Fresh Squeeze's email update list, the blog will donate $0.25 to The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum! You will receive up to date information on environmental issues in the Chicago area and be helping one of Chicago's top environmental resources. So please take a moment to go to my donation page and sign up. The list of donors is growing and money has already been sent to the museum. To read more about the details of the program, click the link below.
Thanks everyone!
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Ethical Planet, Eco Andersonville and more
Hey everyone
- Ethical Planet has an array of new products added to their growing list of earth friendly products. Click on the link to check it all out!
- Eco Andersonville has added new stories on what is going on in Chicago's Andersonville neighborhood. Many companies such as SEDAC, ComEd, SAMAC, and Greenet Chicago are featured. A special congratulations to Green Sky for becoming Andersonville's first Co-op America approved business.
- I am in a partnership with The Peggy Notebaert Museum and A Fresh Squeeze. The partnership exists to provide funding for the museum's educational programs. For every person that signs up to A Fresh Squeeze's email update list, the blog will donate $0.25 to The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum! You will receive up to date information on environmental issues in the Chicago area and be helping one of Chicago's top environmental resources. So please take a moment to go to my donation page and sign up. To read more about the details of the program, click the link below.
The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Donation Program
- Ethical Planet has an array of new products added to their growing list of earth friendly products. Click on the link to check it all out!
- Eco Andersonville has added new stories on what is going on in Chicago's Andersonville neighborhood. Many companies such as SEDAC, ComEd, SAMAC, and Greenet Chicago are featured. A special congratulations to Green Sky for becoming Andersonville's first Co-op America approved business.
- I am in a partnership with The Peggy Notebaert Museum and A Fresh Squeeze. The partnership exists to provide funding for the museum's educational programs. For every person that signs up to A Fresh Squeeze's email update list, the blog will donate $0.25 to The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum! You will receive up to date information on environmental issues in the Chicago area and be helping one of Chicago's top environmental resources. So please take a moment to go to my donation page and sign up. To read more about the details of the program, click the link below.
The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Donation Program
Friday, June 27, 2008
recycling light bulbs and more
Hey everyone
There is a story in the New York Times about how you will now be able to recycle your CFL bulbs at any Home Depot. As the bulbs do contain mercury, recycling them has become an issue. Kudos to the Home Depot and its partners for stepping up.
- The city will be hosting a recycling/drop off event at Northeastern Illinois University on August 9th. For more details click the link below.
Recycling/Drop off events
There is a story in the New York Times about how you will now be able to recycle your CFL bulbs at any Home Depot. As the bulbs do contain mercury, recycling them has become an issue. Kudos to the Home Depot and its partners for stepping up.
- The city will be hosting a recycling/drop off event at Northeastern Illinois University on August 9th. For more details click the link below.
Recycling/Drop off events
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
spending the summer in green mode
Hey everyone
Recently, the 11th Hour with Leonardo DiCaprio narrating has been released on DVD and I strongly recommend it.
I try to leave politics out of this space but last week something happened that angered me. There was a strong environmental bill being voted on in the Senate. Both candidates decided it was not important enough to show up for the vote. The bill failed by just a few votes. I am even aware that Barack Obama was in Washington DC that morning after meeting with Hillary Clinton. Please email both candidates and hold them accountable for their actions and inactions on this issue.
Recently, the 11th Hour with Leonardo DiCaprio narrating has been released on DVD and I strongly recommend it.
I try to leave politics out of this space but last week something happened that angered me. There was a strong environmental bill being voted on in the Senate. Both candidates decided it was not important enough to show up for the vote. The bill failed by just a few votes. I am even aware that Barack Obama was in Washington DC that morning after meeting with Hillary Clinton. Please email both candidates and hold them accountable for their actions and inactions on this issue.
A Fresh Squeeze has profiled Salvage One, a salvage company with many new ideas on how to reduce construction waste, on their web site. Click on the link to their web site and if you are a business owner looking to renovate a space, give them a look.
I am in a partnership with The Peggy Notebaert Museum and A Fresh Squeeze. The partnership exists to provide funding for the museum's educational programs. For every person that signs up to A Fresh Squeeze's email update list, the blog will donate $0.25 to The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum! You will receive up to date information on environmental issues in the Chicago area and be helping one of Chicago's top environmental resources. So please take a moment to go to my donation page and sign up. To read more about the details of the program, click the link below.
The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Donation Program
Monday, May 19, 2008
Chicago's Green Fest
Hey
I was able to get to Chicago's Green Festival last Saturday and it didn't disappoint! The place was packed to a point where I think they are going to need more space for next year. Every conceiveable topic relating to the environment was covered.
I've reorganized the links to click section of the site =====> in an alphabetical manner for easier use. I've also added the link to one of the hubs of Chicago's Green movement, Green Exchange.
There is a great new exhibit opening up at The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum this Thursday, May 22 named Lawn Nation. Be sure to head to a class or a presentation!
I'd like to comment on the recent news that oilman T Boone Pickens has ordered over 600 wind turbines from GE for installation in Texas. "This is awesome!!!!!!!!!!" Here is the story from Forbes
Northside College Prep recently had a "State of The Planet" colloquium last Friday, May 16 and the kids were able to listen to talks from heads of government, corporations, and other organizations involved in protecting our natural resources and participate in activities around the school that did enhance the natural environment around Northside College Prep. Congrats to them!
As always, I am asking you to go to my donation page and subscribe to A Fresh Squeeze. It's free and for every person that signs up, the blog will donate $0.25 to The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum! Also be sure to click on the links page as there is so much more info to receive and use!
I was able to get to Chicago's Green Festival last Saturday and it didn't disappoint! The place was packed to a point where I think they are going to need more space for next year. Every conceiveable topic relating to the environment was covered.
I've reorganized the links to click section of the site =====> in an alphabetical manner for easier use. I've also added the link to one of the hubs of Chicago's Green movement, Green Exchange.
There is a great new exhibit opening up at The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum this Thursday, May 22 named Lawn Nation. Be sure to head to a class or a presentation!
I'd like to comment on the recent news that oilman T Boone Pickens has ordered over 600 wind turbines from GE for installation in Texas. "This is awesome!!!!!!!!!!" Here is the story from Forbes
Northside College Prep recently had a "State of The Planet" colloquium last Friday, May 16 and the kids were able to listen to talks from heads of government, corporations, and other organizations involved in protecting our natural resources and participate in activities around the school that did enhance the natural environment around Northside College Prep. Congrats to them!
As always, I am asking you to go to my donation page and subscribe to A Fresh Squeeze. It's free and for every person that signs up, the blog will donate $0.25 to The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum! Also be sure to click on the links page as there is so much more info to receive and use!
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Go to Green Fest!!!! (and more)
Hey everyone
- Chicago's Green Fest is this weekend at Navy Pier. Click on the link for more info.
- There is a story from Greentech Media that highlights the recent gains in funding for alternative sources of energy.
- Check out the links to the right ====>. Email me and let me know of other stories/websites to put up on the blog.
- The Wikipower donation program for The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum is still going on. Be sure to click on the link and get Wikipower to donate to the museum!
- Chicago's Green Fest is this weekend at Navy Pier. Click on the link for more info.
- There is a story from Greentech Media that highlights the recent gains in funding for alternative sources of energy.
- Check out the links to the right ====>. Email me and let me know of other stories/websites to put up on the blog.
- The Wikipower donation program for The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum is still going on. Be sure to click on the link and get Wikipower to donate to the museum!
Thursday, May 8, 2008
Chicago's leap forward
Hey
As everyone knows, Chicago has always tried to become the premier spot for urban environmentalism and it has succeeded in many ventures like the parks program and the like. One of the glaring missteps of the program has been its inability to provide a workable recycling program together (see previous blog) for its residents.
But I am here to tell you things are changing. The city has listened to us and has put the money and man power to grow the local recycling program! Please read the full story below but I am really happy about the city adding up to 90,000 more blue carts to the program. That more than doubles the recycling capacity of this program. Congratulations to local environmentalists and Chicago's Department of Environment! I would recommend sending out an email to the city's DOE thanking them and giving continued support for their efforts!
Blue Cart Program
As everyone knows, Chicago has always tried to become the premier spot for urban environmentalism and it has succeeded in many ventures like the parks program and the like. One of the glaring missteps of the program has been its inability to provide a workable recycling program together (see previous blog) for its residents.
But I am here to tell you things are changing. The city has listened to us and has put the money and man power to grow the local recycling program! Please read the full story below but I am really happy about the city adding up to 90,000 more blue carts to the program. That more than doubles the recycling capacity of this program. Congratulations to local environmentalists and Chicago's Department of Environment! I would recommend sending out an email to the city's DOE thanking them and giving continued support for their efforts!
Blue Cart Program
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
Area tree to lumber company and more
Hey everyone
- There is a company named Horigan Urban Forest Products that will take your dead trees and convert them into high quality lumber. As the city can only take in so many trees to mulch, this is another attractive option to think about. The wood is created and stays in the city area eliminating heavy transportation costs.
- Visit the Sierra Club web site to the right ===> as they have contining petitions that you can easily be a part of online. Being heard or read at least is a good start to protecting and enhancing the environment.
- Don't forget to visit the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum donation page and help out a great area resource! It doesn't cost you any money and the email updates will surely help your environmental living experience here in Chicago!
- There is a company named Horigan Urban Forest Products that will take your dead trees and convert them into high quality lumber. As the city can only take in so many trees to mulch, this is another attractive option to think about. The wood is created and stays in the city area eliminating heavy transportation costs.
- Visit the Sierra Club web site to the right ===> as they have contining petitions that you can easily be a part of online. Being heard or read at least is a good start to protecting and enhancing the environment.
- Don't forget to visit the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum donation page and help out a great area resource! It doesn't cost you any money and the email updates will surely help your environmental living experience here in Chicago!
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Happy Earth Day!!!!
Hey everyone
Be sure to get outside today if it is nice and get out for a walk or bike ride. Do something today to help the environment!
- The 2nd annual Northside College Prep Green Scene was a resounding success! The school had a steady flood of people of all ages checking out the goods from over 30 vendors! I personally picked a few free light bulbs, checked out the soon to be solar thermal panels on the school's roof, recycled some books, and gathered all kinds of info that I will be writing about in the future.
- The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum has agreed to participate in my donation program with A Fresh Squeeze! Please check it out (blog entry below) and sign up so together we can make our environment a better place to live and donate to The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum!
- Check out all the links to the right ===> as all these great organizations have wonderful information on the environment!
Again, happy earth day!
Be sure to get outside today if it is nice and get out for a walk or bike ride. Do something today to help the environment!
- The 2nd annual Northside College Prep Green Scene was a resounding success! The school had a steady flood of people of all ages checking out the goods from over 30 vendors! I personally picked a few free light bulbs, checked out the soon to be solar thermal panels on the school's roof, recycled some books, and gathered all kinds of info that I will be writing about in the future.
- The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum has agreed to participate in my donation program with A Fresh Squeeze! Please check it out (blog entry below) and sign up so together we can make our environment a better place to live and donate to The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum!
- Check out all the links to the right ===> as all these great organizations have wonderful information on the environment!
Again, happy earth day!
Monday, April 21, 2008
Notebaert Museum Donation Program
Hey everyone,
You might know that I am a fan of A Fresh Squeeze. I am excited to say that I and hopefully the environment have benefited greatly because of the connections and awareness that A Fresh Squeeze has brought to my environmental activities. Because of this, I was thinking of ways to get people to sign up for the weekly email updates. To do this, I’ve thought of a way to do this while helping another organization in the process.
I would like to announce that I will donate $0.25 to The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum for every individual in the
My goal for this program is to continue to increase our awareness and our actions towards preserving our environment. By signing up for A Fresh Squeeze’s weekly email updates, you will not only learn about what individuals, groups, and companies in the Chicago community are doing to preserve and protect the environment, you will also be providing additional income and exposure to one of Chicago’s premier environmental organizations, The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. I feel that this type of group effort is what is needed to successfully put ourselves in a position to live a healthy life while also preserving the environment we live in.
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Gore and more
- Al Gore is in the news again as ENN has reported on a story that Gore has started a 300 million dollar campaign for the environment.
- A Fresh Squeeze has posted an article on fresh water in Chicago. They also have posted an article on Andersonville becoming eco-friendly.
- As always, check out links in the right margin ====>
- Northside College Prep will be holding their annual "Green Scene" on April 19.
- We Can Solve It website added to links.
- Francis Parker School is hosting its own "Green Day" on May 10.
- A Fresh Squeeze has posted an article on fresh water in Chicago. They also have posted an article on Andersonville becoming eco-friendly.
- As always, check out links in the right margin ====>
- Northside College Prep will be holding their annual "Green Scene" on April 19.
- We Can Solve It website added to links.
- Francis Parker School is hosting its own "Green Day" on May 10.
Thursday, March 20, 2008
movie fest and more
Hey everyone
- Northeastern Illinois University is having a "Green Film Festival" from now through Earth Day (April 21.)
- In a story from ENN, Nordstrom has started the process to commit to earth friendly bagging. Congratulations to them.
- Don't forget that next Saturday, March 29, from 8-9 PM is Earth Hour.
- A Fresh Squeeze has recent articles on environmentally friendly yoga and fitness studios and the positives to adding more raw foods to your diet.
- Northeastern Illinois University is having a "Green Film Festival" from now through Earth Day (April 21.)
- In a story from ENN, Nordstrom has started the process to commit to earth friendly bagging. Congratulations to them.
- Don't forget that next Saturday, March 29, from 8-9 PM is Earth Hour.
- A Fresh Squeeze has recent articles on environmentally friendly yoga and fitness studios and the positives to adding more raw foods to your diet.
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
updates
Hey everyone
I just read a couple of articles from the March 2nd edition of the New Scientist that cover the candidate's environmental positions (broadly.) Jim Giles of New Scientist also wrote about the debate about when to implement greener strategies on a government level. Go to the New Scientist link on the right and take a look.
I did find out from Warner Brothers that the movie 11th Hour with Leonardo DiCaprio is finally coming out on DVD on April 8th.
I just read a couple of articles from the March 2nd edition of the New Scientist that cover the candidate's environmental positions (broadly.) Jim Giles of New Scientist also wrote about the debate about when to implement greener strategies on a government level. Go to the New Scientist link on the right and take a look.
I did find out from Warner Brothers that the movie 11th Hour with Leonardo DiCaprio is finally coming out on DVD on April 8th.
Monday, March 10, 2008
globe temp article and more
Hey everyone
- MSNBC has written an article on global warming today
- A friendly reminder that Earth Hour is coming up on March 29. Check out the web site and sign up, pass the info on to others, and please turn off the lights from 8-9 PM.
- As always, check out the links and other environmental blogs in the right margin
- The City of Chicago's Department of Energy is hosting a Chicago Green Home Fair this Saturday March 15th. The information is in the link.
- MSNBC has written an article on global warming today
- A friendly reminder that Earth Hour is coming up on March 29. Check out the web site and sign up, pass the info on to others, and please turn off the lights from 8-9 PM.
- As always, check out the links and other environmental blogs in the right margin
- The City of Chicago's Department of Energy is hosting a Chicago Green Home Fair this Saturday March 15th. The information is in the link.
Wednesday, March 5, 2008
updated page
Hey
- I've put up a couple of new sites (greentech media) and blogs (cleantech) on the page.
- ENN has an article on arctic burning.
- I've put up a couple of new sites (greentech media) and blogs (cleantech) on the page.
- ENN has an article on arctic burning.
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
Greentech Media Website
Hey
I have found a site named Greentech Media that needs your viewership. It has a high level of educated content. The stories cover all industries. Thumbs up on this site folks. Check it out.
I have found a site named Greentech Media that needs your viewership. It has a high level of educated content. The stories cover all industries. Thumbs up on this site folks. Check it out.
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
power, power, power
Hey everyone
- Has anyone noticed oil over $100? I know that alternative sources of energy account for about 2.5% of the total . But I bet if we put the money from those oil tax breaks and put them into technology for other sources of energy, we will be much more secure and profitable as a country.
- the "Greening the HS Campus" group met this past Friday Feb. 29 at 5PM in the Environmental Science building at DePaul University's Lincoln Park campus. We spoke about waste issues around the local high schools and what the kids have proposed to do to reduce waste. Students and teachers from DePaul, Hubbard, Curie, Amundsen, Maine East, Von Stuben, Walter Payton, and Northside College Prep discussed plans for current and future audits and other programs limiting waste in our high schools. There is also a Greening the HS wikipage up and running so if you have some info to post, sign up and edit away! At the meeting, Shelby Childress from Maine East introduced us to goapes on wikispaces. It is a fantastic site. Check it out.
- Check out the emags (right margin =>) as they continue to update on a multitude of topics concerning our use of the planet in local and global terms.
- Has anyone noticed oil over $100? I know that alternative sources of energy account for about 2.5% of the total . But I bet if we put the money from those oil tax breaks and put them into technology for other sources of energy, we will be much more secure and profitable as a country.
- the "Greening the HS Campus" group met this past Friday Feb. 29 at 5PM in the Environmental Science building at DePaul University's Lincoln Park campus. We spoke about waste issues around the local high schools and what the kids have proposed to do to reduce waste. Students and teachers from DePaul, Hubbard, Curie, Amundsen, Maine East, Von Stuben, Walter Payton, and Northside College Prep discussed plans for current and future audits and other programs limiting waste in our high schools. There is also a Greening the HS wikipage up and running so if you have some info to post, sign up and edit away! At the meeting, Shelby Childress from Maine East introduced us to goapes on wikispaces. It is a fantastic site. Check it out.
- Check out the emags (right margin =>) as they continue to update on a multitude of topics concerning our use of the planet in local and global terms.
Saturday, February 16, 2008
Eco-Moms and more
Hey
- The New York Times has an article discussing "Eco-Moms at home."
- ENN has recent articles on taxes, coal fired plants, and eco investing
- The New York Times has an article discussing "Eco-Moms at home."
- ENN has recent articles on taxes, coal fired plants, and eco investing
Thursday, February 14, 2008
Recycled Phone, Senator McCain and more
Hey
- Nokia has come out with a new phone using nothing but recycled parts correctly named Remade
- Prince Charles is stumping for rain forests
- A Fresh Squeeze has written a report about Micro-Housing to include information about companies such as Creative Lifestyle Homes and The Small House Society.
- The Sierra Club wrote a story wondering why Senator John McCain was the only one not to vote on an economic stimulus package that would increase environmental friendly business.
- Environmental News Network has continued its blanket coverage of environmental issues including the Nokia and Prince Charles stories!
- Nokia has come out with a new phone using nothing but recycled parts correctly named Remade
- Prince Charles is stumping for rain forests
- A Fresh Squeeze has written a report about Micro-Housing to include information about companies such as Creative Lifestyle Homes and The Small House Society.
- The Sierra Club wrote a story wondering why Senator John McCain was the only one not to vote on an economic stimulus package that would increase environmental friendly business.
- Environmental News Network has continued its blanket coverage of environmental issues including the Nokia and Prince Charles stories!
Thursday, February 7, 2008
LEED Certified Housing and more
Hey everyone
A Fresh Squeeze has covered LEED certified housing and cleansing diets this week.
ENN has stories relating to the climate's impact on the poor, the United Nations report to India explaining the need for clean technology development and much more.
A Fresh Squeeze has covered LEED certified housing and cleansing diets this week.
ENN has stories relating to the climate's impact on the poor, the United Nations report to India explaining the need for clean technology development and much more.
Monday, February 4, 2008
Carbon, carbon, carbon
Hey everyone
Carbon plants have been in the news quite a lot in the last couple of weeks and I thought I would pass along the info that I have been seeing.
ENN has reported that Citigroup, JP Morgan and Morgan Stanley have set guidelines as to what types of coal fired plants they will fund. They are calling the the venture "The Carbon Principles."
The Chicago Sun Times has reported that the US Government has pulled out of a plan to create the country's largest clean coal plant located in Mattoon, IL.
Carbon plants have been in the news quite a lot in the last couple of weeks and I thought I would pass along the info that I have been seeing.
ENN has reported that Citigroup, JP Morgan and Morgan Stanley have set guidelines as to what types of coal fired plants they will fund. They are calling the the venture "The Carbon Principles."
The Chicago Sun Times has reported that the US Government has pulled out of a plan to create the country's largest clean coal plant located in Mattoon, IL.
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
Soy milk and other foods
Hey everyone
I have recently went and purchased my first container of soy milk from Silk. I am fine with the taste and the price was more than the cow brands. The difference in making my decision was the fact that the plants that make the soy milk for Silk are powered with WIND! That blew (ha ha) my mind right into purchasing Silk.
On the topic of food, ENN has an article about how environmentalists and conservationists are now turning their attention to food producers and distributors.
I have recently went and purchased my first container of soy milk from Silk. I am fine with the taste and the price was more than the cow brands. The difference in making my decision was the fact that the plants that make the soy milk for Silk are powered with WIND! That blew (ha ha) my mind right into purchasing Silk.
On the topic of food, ENN has an article about how environmentalists and conservationists are now turning their attention to food producers and distributors.
Tuesday, January 15, 2008
Coskata/GM ethanol partner
Hey everyone
There is a company located in Warrenville named Coskata that produces ethanol using biomass. The process holds many benefits including less than one gallon of water used per gallon of ethanol produced, use of multiple biomass materials, and many more. I recommend checking out the website and read more on this company. Vinod Khosla, the venture capitalist, has joined the venture. General Motors has also purchased a stake in the company. http://biz.yahoo.com/nytimes/080115/1194736753103.html?.v=21
A Fresh Squeeze has put out a great article on the green initiatives that Chicago's museums are taking. You can also take a look at the city's Department of Environment web site for information. As always, you can sign up for A Fresh Squeeze through wikipower and in the process help the environment as Wikipower will donate $0.25 to the Field Museum's Carbon Nuetral Program. Email the blog when you sign up and we will make sure the donation is made.
Environmental News Network has some new articles on water conservation and wind power.
Greenmaker, a company featured here at wikipower, has been featured on iVillage. The video is here.
A Fresh Squeeze has put out a great article on the green initiatives that Chicago's museums are taking. You can also take a look at the city's Department of Environment web site for information. As always, you can sign up for A Fresh Squeeze through wikipower and in the process help the environment as Wikipower will donate $0.25 to the Field Museum's Carbon Nuetral Program. Email the blog when you sign up and we will make sure the donation is made.
Environmental News Network has some new articles on water conservation and wind power.
Greenmaker, a company featured here at wikipower, has been featured on iVillage. The video is here.
Friday, January 11, 2008
Carbon Carbon Carbon
Hey everyone
There is an article in the NY Times that discusses the carbon offset programs.
I suggest you visit the website for Chicago Climate Exchange. They have opened up a market to buy and sell carbon credits. It is a different way to look at how industry is dealing with the carbon issue. There also will be a new exchange in New York later this year called the Green Exchange.
As a reminder, this blog has pledged to donate $0.25 to The Field Museum Carbon Offset program in Chicago for every person that signs up to receive the weekly updates from A Fresh Squeeze. The updates are chock full of great environmental tips and now you can positively affect the environment by simply asking for information on how to live in an environmentally friendly way! Let the blog know when you sign up as I would like to stay on top of it. Let's make Chicago the most carbon neutral place on earth!
I suggest you visit the website for Chicago Climate Exchange. They have opened up a market to buy and sell carbon credits. It is a different way to look at how industry is dealing with the carbon issue. There also will be a new exchange in New York later this year called the Green Exchange.
As a reminder, this blog has pledged to donate $0.25 to The Field Museum Carbon Offset program in Chicago for every person that signs up to receive the weekly updates from A Fresh Squeeze. The updates are chock full of great environmental tips and now you can positively affect the environment by simply asking for information on how to live in an environmentally friendly way! Let the blog know when you sign up as I would like to stay on top of it. Let's make Chicago the most carbon neutral place on earth!
Thursday, January 10, 2008
China bans certain plastic bags and more
Hey everyone
There is a report from the Environmental News Network that talks about policies the world's governments are taking towards limiting the use and waste of plastic bags. This story has been getting some traction as I received a phone call about it from a family member earlier this morning.
Don't forget that you can still purchase cloth bags through Green Kits for as low as $5.00! My family has saved at least 60 plastic bags from being sent out to waste by using our Green Kit cloth bags! Green Kits also has expanded their cleaning products catalog.
A Fresh Squeeze has started hosting green events that cover all environmental topics. Most recently there was a presentation by Mark Walsh of the Chicago Climate Exchange. They also have some great tips on keeping your house cool and your bill low for the winter. ComEdCARE and the US Department of Energy contributed to the article.
There is a report from the Environmental News Network that talks about policies the world's governments are taking towards limiting the use and waste of plastic bags. This story has been getting some traction as I received a phone call about it from a family member earlier this morning.
Don't forget that you can still purchase cloth bags through Green Kits for as low as $5.00! My family has saved at least 60 plastic bags from being sent out to waste by using our Green Kit cloth bags! Green Kits also has expanded their cleaning products catalog.
A Fresh Squeeze has started hosting green events that cover all environmental topics. Most recently there was a presentation by Mark Walsh of the Chicago Climate Exchange. They also have some great tips on keeping your house cool and your bill low for the winter. ComEdCARE and the US Department of Energy contributed to the article.
Monday, January 7, 2008
Happy New Year
Happy New Year everyone!
The CASE club for Northside College Prep will be running a sale on SIGG water bottles. Check out SIGG's web site. The design your own option is a pretty cool feature.
I have seen a major push into solar recently. In Scientific America, there is a forward thinking article on the ability of solar power to take us off our dependence of foreign oil. There is also a very good article on the sun in one of the most recent issues of New Scientist.
The Environmental News Network website continues to push forward excellent articles covering environmental issues including China's preparations for the Olympics and SustainableBusiness.com's top twenty companies.
A Fresh Squeeze has offered some fine tips on shaking the winter blues and resolution making for the new year.
I hope everyone has a great new year. Please pass the blog on to others and comment as often as possible. Make sure to make this year the most environmentally friendly year possible!
The CASE club for Northside College Prep will be running a sale on SIGG water bottles. Check out SIGG's web site. The design your own option is a pretty cool feature.
I have seen a major push into solar recently. In Scientific America, there is a forward thinking article on the ability of solar power to take us off our dependence of foreign oil. There is also a very good article on the sun in one of the most recent issues of New Scientist.
The Environmental News Network website continues to push forward excellent articles covering environmental issues including China's preparations for the Olympics and SustainableBusiness.com's top twenty companies.
A Fresh Squeeze has offered some fine tips on shaking the winter blues and resolution making for the new year.
I hope everyone has a great new year. Please pass the blog on to others and comment as often as possible. Make sure to make this year the most environmentally friendly year possible!
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