Posted on May 9th, 2008 by Bruce
Mother’s Day idea for the Mom with Everything
If your mom is like mine, on Mother’s Day, all she really wants is some quality time together. Mom doesn’t need any more trinkets. This year, spend the time with your mom, but spend the money on some mom’s that can really use a little help.
There are a lot [...]
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Posted on May 8th, 2008 by Bruce
High oil prices - GOOD news
Yes, high oil prices will shrink some industries and their associated jobs, like airlines and auto manufactures. New alternative energy industries will grow and create new jobs.
So people travel less via airlines - means lower pollution and greenhouse gases.
Electricity from oil powered generating plants becomes expensive - replace them with large solar [...]
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Posted on May 7th, 2008 by Bruce
Versatile Carbon Footprint Calculator
How does your carbon footprint compare? We’ve added a versatile carbon footprint calculator that will show you how your carbon footprint compares to the average footprint for someone living in your country. Calculations are based on your country of origin, household (electricity & heating), flights, auto (with drop-down lists for makes & models), [...]
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Posted on May 3rd, 2008 by Bruce
Value Compost Day a Huge Success - Black Gold
Our city held it’s annual ”value compost day” today. The compost was gone within 3 hours, even though it was advertised as an 8am-2pm event.
The leaves and grass that the city collects throughout the year gets composted and is available for purchase. On value compost day, the price is [...]
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