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Archive for October 2007

October 31st, 2007

Daily Detox: Behold the Pumpkin Facial

I just finished my last batch of pumpkin soup made from pumpkins I grew in my garden. A couple perfect specimens are carved with scary faces to light up Halloween (even though I’m almost the only one celebrating here in Germany, oh well!).
If I had found this Pumpkin Facial Recipe before serving or carving up […]

By Ali -- 1 comment

October 30th, 2007

Tuesday Travels: Energy Goblins

As far as I’m concerned Halloween marks the start of the Holiday season. Here in Germany it’s even less of a stretch. All Saint’s Day is celebrated on November 1st and then before you know it St. Martin is visiting and St. Nicholas is dropping treats - and that’s all before Americans have celebrated Thanksgiving.
Yes, […]

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October 29th, 2007

Step it Up with Greenpeace

Greenpeace wants you to Step It Up in the fight against global warming. On Saturday, November 3 - The National Day of Climate Action.
The organization has launched a nationwide campaign to engage people to send a message to politicians that cuts in greenhouse gas emissions, increased fuel economy standards, and investments in renewable energy are […]

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October 27th, 2007

Get Out, Get Green

Upcoming Events & Workshops
2nd Annual Investing in Solar (Oct 29-30) Las Vegas, Nevada
Discuss methods to expedite the commercialization of solar technology and projections for the market; Innovative financing, regulatory and market approaches. Presented by Financial Research Associates, LLC. Contact Sarah Dunnam (704) 889-1290 or sdunnam@frallc.com.
The Current (Solid) State of LED Lighting (Nov 1) Jessup, Maryland
This […]

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October 26th, 2007

Friday Favorites: A Splashy Commute, Speedy Solar, Green Jobs and more…

A Different Commute by Kayak
A man from the San Fernando Valley triumphs over gridlock freeway traffic by kayaking to work in Long Beach — 52 miles downstream on the L.A. River. LaLa Times (via TreeHugger - Go watch the video)
Solar Cars Race from Australia’s Top to Bottom
Sun-powered-car enthusiasts from around the world raced into […]

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October 25th, 2007

Everyday People, Natural Heroes

If you’re looking for a little environmental inspiration you are in luck. Green Treks Network and the Rural California Broadcasting Corporation (KRCB) have launched the third season of Natural Heroes bringing to life the stories of ordinary citizens who are making a difference.
Natural Heroes tells the stories of everyday people from around the globe […]

By Ali -- 1 comment

October 24th, 2007

Healthy People, Healthy Planet: At Home

Here at Daily Tomorrow we started the week looking at how healthy food choices are better for you and the environment. Continuing with the connection between healthy people and a healthy planet, it’s time to focus on the place that is meant to shelter us, keep us safe and nourish our health - home.
Today’s Focus: […]

By Ali -- 3 comments

October 23rd, 2007

Tuesday Travels: A Green Night Out by Bike

This past weekend I got together with some friends for dinner at their house. Between the wok, the wine and desert I was not even thinking green but as we pedaled our way home, somewhere between midnight and morning, I realized that we had done more for ourselves and the planet by making the simple […]

By Ali -- 1 comment

October 22nd, 2007

Healthy People, Healthy Planet: Eating Well

A recent article in the BBC pointed to the threat that obesity posed to the UK population calling it a “potential crisis on the scale of climate change.” The alarming trends revealed by a government study said half the population will be obese within a quarter century. Other than the scale of the problem, the […]

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October 20th, 2007

What’s Green Building got to do with Autism?

Today is the last day of the 2007 Solar Decathlon, a week long design competition of sustainable, solar homes and it is also the Walk Now For Autism - both at the National Mall in Washington, D.C. If you are in the area you have a chance to see some of the most cutting-edge, […]

By Ali -- 3 comments