Here are the top green stories of 2007 with photos. We know about Global Warming and our environmental problems. Here are the best articles depicting these situations and our attempts to deal with them.
Okay, our consciousness is raised.
I am hoping 2008 will bring the programs we need to counteract the effects of global warming.
I don't want to hear it's enevitable. Let's do something. Vote, Write your congressman and senators. Donate where appropiate. From Greenland to Gore. Link
Global Warming reached an awareness peak in 2007. Everyone knows aboout it. What are we going to do aboiut it?
Here are the top five videos on Global Warming in 2007 on You Tube. Link
Men.style.com has a slide show of 16 cool eco-friendly things from the BP gas station above to a hybrid Porche to a green cafe in Brooklyn.
This also could be part of the obnoxious commercialization of green as in green dollars, you be the judge.
"Sure, it's dedicated to retailing liquefied hydrocarbons, but as far as gas stations go, BP's Helios House in L.A. is pretty darn environmentally friendly. In addition to its eye-catching design, the John Picard creation features several notable eco-themed innovations, including a roof that collects rainwater, a garden planted with drought-friendly greenery, and copious use of solar panels—even the bathroom tiles are made from recycled glass. There's also a cell phone recycling center to get rid of those landfill-poisoning handsets. The only thing missing? A bank of sockets to plug and recharge that electric car.
Helios House, corner of Olympic and Robertson, Los Angeles." Link
There are ways to invest your money in companies that are promoting green and helping our energy crisis.
"Want to invest in a portfolio that focuses on clean and renewable energy providers? Take a look at the ETF, PowerShares WilderHill Clean Energy (AMEX: PBW) based on the WilderHill Clean Energy Index, which has signifcant holdings in solar power companies, as well as other renewable energy products. An ETF is a basket of stocks that is traded on a stock exchange as one entity. You can buy and sell this basket of stocks just as you would a company's stock using the symbol PBW." Link
There is one thing that you can do which will lower your energy usage and decrease your energy costs between 20-30%.
"In autumn and spring, mild temperatures make it easy to forget about your home's energy efficiency. But when your air conditioner or furnace kicks in during summer and winter, the energy wasted heating and cooling your home becomes painfully obvious. It can hit your bottom line hard, especially due to the price spikes in electricity and gas during the most extreme months. As the demand for electricity, gas and heating oil increases, so, too, do the prices for these commodities." Link
"You can increase your comfort while reducing your heating and cooling costs by up to 30% by making sure your home is properly insulated and sealed." Link
Today is Blog Action Day
"The best way to participate is to post on your blog something that relates to the environment. Your post can be about anything to do with the environment. So you could write a post which is offtopic for your blog OR relate the environment back to your topic in some way."
I think we are all aware of the problem of global warming. There is no denying it's not here. It is important now for each of us to do our share - There are many green websites which have lists on how you can leave a smaller footprint. There are also many local and national petition that you can sign. Get involved. Create the energy to heal the planet.
The secret to a lighter footstep: Link
We are witnessing an incredible interest in green building. There are standout innovations which in time may become mainstream additions to the way we build.
'The Devonshire Building is a very green building, that automatically opens and closes banks of shades on it's south facing façade. The "intelligent" system tracks the amount of sunlight entering the windows, and takes into account the time of day and season..." Link
Key Deer - Fawn and Mom: Link
Ten success stories of animals saved because of the Endangered Species Act.
"Since the ratification of the Endangered Species Act in 1973, many species have been saved from extinction. For over three decades, the Endangered Species Act has served as America’s safety net for wildlife. Its purpose, to protect fish, plants and wildlife from going extinct is yet to be reached but many species are on the road to recovery. As of April 3, 2007, there are 1,326 species on the threatened and endangered lists but many have been saved. Here are 10 of their most notable success stories: Link
