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I thought it might be a good idea to start a topic on work opportunities that are directly related to supporting and building Sustainable Businesses..... that is businesses that have committed to a sustainability mission as well as opportunities that might be referred to as "Green Collar Jobs" .
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The purpose of this bill is of reauthorize the national small business tree planting program. In my opinion, this bill will plant trees, create jobs and build the local economy. … more
The United States government is working to make electric cars more mainstream. Much controversy has centered around this technology and why it has failed to thrive in the market (and that controversy culminated with the popular documentary, "Who Killed the Electric Car?"). Some blame flaws with the technology, some blame car manufacturers, some blame the government, and...more
Don't get me wrong, recycling is great! But there's another way you can get rid of equipment and technology that you no longer need - … more
Wal-mart is mandating that by the end of 2010 that all their top tier suppliers have in place an "Eco Tag" that shows exactly what amount of CO2 it took to get that product to the shelf. This is a very interesting and aggressive mandate. Here is a link to a video from Wal-Mart that discusses this. I wanted to get this out to this group to get your thoughts and feedback. I...more
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Chevy Volt ready to re-charge GM Sales
DETROIT — General Motors announced pricing on the Chevy Volt that could make it the winner in the electric car/hybrid car marketplace.
The Volt will have a base-model sticker price of $41,000. That sounds pricey until a $7,500 federal tax credit is applied. That brings the price in line with a fully loaded Toyota Prius.
The Volt, due to go on sale in Decemb… more
DETROIT — General Motors announced pricing on the Chevy Volt that could make it the winner in the electric car/hybrid car marketplace.
The Volt will have a base-model sticker price of $41,000. That sounds pricey until a $7,500 federal tax credit is applied. That brings the price in line with a fully loaded Toyota Prius.
The Volt, due to go on sale in Decemb… more
...will it make a sound on Twitter?
President Obama, delivered the first speech of his presidency from the Oval Office, spoke about the BP-government cleanup effort, compensation for those affected by the spill and government efforts to prevent future spills.
USA Today's Obama microsite, the Oval, did a live blog. Here's the transcript.
Update 8:01 p.… more
President Obama, delivered the first speech of his presidency from the Oval Office, spoke about the BP-government cleanup effort, compensation for those affected by the spill and government efforts to prevent future spills.
USA Today's Obama microsite, the Oval, did a live blog. Here's the transcript.
Update 8:01 p.… more
Sadly, we have lost one of our SI family members. Wilmer "Wil" Green, who some of you may have met at a few of the SI thousand member mile marker celebrations, passed over the weekend. He suffered a brain aneurysm on Friday. For those of you that had the opportunity to meet Wil, you know w… more
What will we learn from this disaster?
BP plc[2] is a British global energy company which is the third largest energy company and the fourth largest company in the world. As a multinational oil company ("oil major") BP is the UK's largest corporation. (Wikipedia)
On April 20, 2010, a semi-submersible exploratory offshore drilling rig in the Gulf of Mexico exploded after a blowout and sank two days later, killing eleven people… more
BP plc[2] is a British global energy company which is the third largest energy company and the fourth largest company in the world. As a multinational oil company ("oil major") BP is the UK's largest corporation. (Wikipedia)
On April 20, 2010, a semi-submersible exploratory offshore drilling rig in the Gulf of Mexico exploded after a blowout and sank two days later, killing eleven people… more
The Electric Vehicle Deployment Act, now moving through the House and Senate, could set up incubator cities for electric vehicles.
Fast Company - Struggling electric vehicle startups, take heart: The government might provide a major cash injection into the burgeoning industry.
As President Barack Obama pledged to explore more sustainable energy optio… more
Fast Company - Struggling electric vehicle startups, take heart: The government might provide a major cash injection into the burgeoning industry.
As President Barack Obama pledged to explore more sustainable energy optio… more
Green Blogs on Smaller Indiana
Compost is the best possible thing for your soil and it’s made from things you would ordinarily throw away. It’s not often that the best solution is free! Compost is made from anything that was once living – grass clippings, dead plants, dried leaves, garden waste, and kitchen scraps (may want to stay away from animal products, though, because of bacteria and attracting unwanted animal attention). There is a wealth of nutrients in finished compost, and if applied regularly, it can eliminate
… moreEverybody has one: a neighbor whose lawn is a thick, luxurious, green carpet as soon as the snow melts until the snow falls the following winter. You see them out there every weekend and during the week tending to their lawn as if it were a member of the family. You admire the beauty of the lawn, but sometimes can’t help feeling a twinge of envy as the neighbor’s oasis of lush greenery highlights your own lackluster lawn.
The good news is that you don’t have to b
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The soil temperature is climbing, plants are starting to open up and the weeds are having a great time. If you are like most people, seeing those unsightly weeds pop up in your green yard can put a damper on your spring cheer. Now is the time to start your weed control. You should treat your lawn with a pre-emergent herbicide, but make sure you pull existing weeds and spade the soil first. Once the herbicide gets into the soil, it should be left undisturbed for as long as possible. The key is to… more
May this post find you well on this beautiful, bright day in Southern Indiana. It is Mother's Day and as usual, I am grateful to Julia Ward Howe and the brave women and the men who stood with her at the first "Mother's Day for Peace" Gathering in 1870. It is unfortunate that many do not know the true roots of this day. Following is an article by Denise Breeden Ost published by… more
The co-owner of Greenheat Solutions in Clinton County will be interviewed Saturday by Voice of America TV, an international television network.
Aleeah Livengood will discuss her company, which sells and installs wood-fired masonry heaters and pre-cast fireplaces that are energy efficient, improve air quality and reduce environmental impact.
The pre-cast fireplaces were unveiled at the Global Climate Summit Conference last December and use a catalytic converter.
THE PRO… more
Aleeah Livengood will discuss her company, which sells and installs wood-fired masonry heaters and pre-cast fireplaces that are energy efficient, improve air quality and reduce environmental impact.
The pre-cast fireplaces were unveiled at the Global Climate Summit Conference last December and use a catalytic converter.
THE PRO… more
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Chevy Volt ready to re-charge GM Sales
DETROIT — General Motors announced pricing on the Chevy Volt that could make it the winner in the electric car/hybrid car marketplace.
The Volt will have a base-model sticker price of $41,000. That sounds pricey until a $7,500 federal tax credit is applied. That brings the price in line with a fully loaded Toyota Prius.
The Volt,...more
Next Level Golf Club tour; has been a project in the making since 2004. Since 2003, I have been on course to achieving significant discoveries, in green energy technology and as a by product of my love for Golf; I have since 2004, have created Next Level Golfware.Golfware, is a term I use to identify the automated games that I designed to provide an arena for golfers...more
...will it make a sound on Twitter?
President Obama, delivered the first speech of his presidency from the Oval Office, spoke about the BP-government cleanup effort, compensation for those affected by the spill and government efforts to prevent future spills.
USA Today's Obama microsite, the Oval, did a live blog. Here's the transcript.
Update 8:01 p.… ...more
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