Photo via the New Republic It's a widely held notion that politicians have long been in the pocket of Big Oil. And there's good reason for that perception: oil companies' huge campaign donations, vast lobbying power, and close ties to politicians have ensured that their taxes remain low , that hidden subsidies are around to provide extra funding, and that they receive preferential treatment in US energy policy. But there could be a new, ... View original post here: The Next Big Oil: Big Smart Grid?
So there really isn't anything that deep to this image. It's just a (more or less) life-sized blue whale eye. And on the Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society site you can educate yourself/be mesmerized/ waste some time for a while staring at it while the entire life-sized animal scrolls across your browser window. Believe me, it's way cooler than you might think:... Read more from the original source: Ever See a Blue Whale Life-Sized on Your Computer? Now You Can
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The Gwen in Air Wash by J Brand. Photo: J Brand A fan of J Brand' s hip-hugging fit and complimenting washes, we were bummed to find that the jeans company discontinued their Green Label. Fortunately, they introduced Air Wash, a new specialty wash that uses 30% less water than traditional denim laundering, which J Brand describes as "bright ...
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Photos: Ryan Novelline Think children's books are only suitable for tots to read (or chew) on? Well, they've finally gone from cute to glam with Boston-based designer Ryan Novelline 's gorgeous gown, made entirely from pages taken from discarded children's books. Check out how this fairytale dress was created from start to finish: ... Read the full story on ...
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The Hazarchishma Natural Bridge. Photo: Ayub Alavi. Under most circumstances, it would be tough for a natural stone arch more than 200 feet wide and 60 feet high to remain hidden, but the recent discovery of one fitting that description in the remote central highlands of Afghanistan shows just how much remains to be learned about the troubled country's ...
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Photo: Fashion Girls for Japan In the aftermath Japan's earthquake and tsunami , people are rallying here at home to support relief efforts. This weekend, fashion meets philanthropy with Fashion Girls for Japan , a massive sample sale with more than sixty designers, from Diane von Furstenberg to Thakoon, in New York City. One hundred percent of proceeds will ...
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Change for change? Credit: Nic McPhee . Happy March. This month marks the launch of the Patagonia Music Collective in the U.S. The eco-minded apparel company has teamed with musicians to sell exclusive tracks for 99 cents each, with net proceeds going to environmental organizations picked by the artists. The jukebox includes songs from Pearl Jam, Jack Johnson, Bonnie ...
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Photo: Chloe Crespi The Christie's Bid to Save the Earth second annual auction--don't miss our video interviews from last year's red carpet --to benefit environmental non-profits has an eco-fashion spin this year, Vogue reports, with new program, See more here: Top Luxury Designers Join "Runway to Green" Fashion Show
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Image: Liz Jones via flickr Crocs, the Colorado-based company that makes the seemingly-ubiquitous bright-colored plastic shoes, has been caught in a lie. Crocs were said to be antimicrobial and, well, they're not. After discovering the false claim, the EPA has told the company pay $230,000 "to resolve cases involving unsubstantiated antimicrobial claims for several types of its shoes," as ...
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Photo: Katwise TreeHugger readers sure know how to scout green fashion on Etsy: when I posted about an artist who transforms recycled sweaters into festive winter coats they were quick to bring Katwise to my attention in the comments section. The New York-based designer and self-proclaimed "gypsy" crafts vibrant technicolor dreamcoats, also known as "Elf Couture," from reclaimed and ...
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Photo: Thinkstock Thanks to wrinkle-free clothing irons are no longer necessary for attaining a clean- and crisp-looking dress shirt. Unfortunately, the look isn't as clean as it may appear. A recent article in the New York Times (via Green LA Girl ) reveals the not-so-secret ingredient lurking in crease-free clothing: formaldehyde. ... Read the full story on TreeHugger Originally ...
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Photo: Orland Boot and Shoe Company Earlier this season we oohed and awed over cute, cozy slippers made with recycled wool sweaters and leather jackets and now, there's another crush-worthy slipper company that has us looking for a WeeHugger of our own to dress. Enter Orland Boot and Shoe Company , whose adorable booties are handmade with recycled sweaters. ...
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"The stakes are very high and scientists are not the best people to deal with the social, ethical or political issues that geoengineering raises." View original here: Geoengineering is a Technical Fix for a Political Problem
Google leads the pack in Greenpeace's annual ranking of IT companies based on their efforts to use clean energy and reduce their environmental impact. Here is the original: Google Tops Greenpeace's Clean IT List
