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Eco-Beat, 3/15

by Josh Loposer (Subscribe to Josh Loposer's posts)
Mar 15th 2010 @ 3:00PM

Why is Live Earth holding a 90s rock revival? Is America's obsession with hoarding a way of life or a national disorder? Are you suffering from EV range anxiety? Today's Eco-Beat has the scoop on all the latest green news and tips.


Live Earth Run for Water logo, Credit: LiveEarth.orgRob Thomas and Melissa Etheridge Rock Live Earth
The H2O huggers at Live Earth have teamed up with Dow Chemical (oddly enough) to coordinate the most prominent global water crisis event ever. Live Earth's 6km "Run for Water" takes place in 100 cities in almost 50 countries and boasts '90s superstars (not sure why).

Hollywood sign, Credit: Laughing Squid, FlickrHollywood Sign Raises $9.45M
Does saving an iconic piece of advertising history count as conservation? A host of conservationists (preservationists?) like Tom Hanks, the Governator, and Steven Spielberg have donated to preserve the Hollywood sign from luxury housing developers.

Stephen Colbert, Credit: Jason Merritt, Getty ImagesAre We Winning the Stuff Contest?
Or is the quest for stuff destroying America's quality of life? That's the question I would be asking if I wasn't shopping for a new sleeping bag online in another tab. If you can stop accumulating long enough, watch as Colbert grills "The Story of Stuff" author Annie Leonard.

food pyramid, Credit: Hair K, FlickrAg Subsidies vs. the Food Pyramid
Showcasing the absurdity of US food policy are these graphs representing federal food subsidies vs. the FDA's food pyramid. Notice anything odd, like how they're completely opposite? Maybe that's why kids don't know what a tomato looks like.

Chevy Volt, Photo: Green.autoblog.comAsk Your Doctor About Voltex
Does a wave of anxiety wash over you when you see that your electric car's battery is dwindling? Is there a prove way to fight the symptoms of "range anxiety?" Check out this hilarious commercial for men who fear that their EV won't be able to "go the distance."
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Spend a Candlelit Hour with Gisele

by Cat Lincoln (Subscribe to Cat Lincoln's posts)
Mar 15th 2010 @ 12:12PM


In less than two weeks, Earth Hour will be here. On Saturday, March 27th, at 8:30 p.m. local time, the lights will go out for an hour on landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Golden Gate Bridge, at office buildings and hotels, and in homes all around the world.

For the past three years, a growing global community has been making a simple but dramatic statement about climate change, turning off our lights to send a message to our governments.

We want meaningful action on clean energy, with viable alternatives to dirty oil and coal. We want to stop the wasteful and polluting behaviors that are messing up our air chemistry, melting glaciers, and having an impact on the entire eco-system. We want leadership!

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Eco-Beat, 3/12

by Josh Loposer (Subscribe to Josh Loposer's posts)
Mar 12th 2010 @ 3:00PM

Which high-profile celebrity couple is joining the Earth Hour party? Have you stockpiled your non-hybrid seeds for a crisis garden yet? Is your carbon footprint growing while you sleep? Today's Eco-Beat has the scoop on all the latest green news and tips.


Gisele and Tom Brady, Credit: Amy Sussman, Getty ImagesTom and Gisele Unleash Earth Hour PSAs
If you're planning to party in the dark for an hour March 27th, you're in good company. Tom Brady and Gisele will be doing the same thing, albeit in a much nicer house than yours. Both stars appear in their own PSA urging you to participate. IMO, Tom's is kinda creepy.

Stephen Colbert, Credit: Jason Merritt, Getty ImagesColbert Plants a Crisis Herb Garden
Seizing on the advice of a super-paranoid commercial that aired during Glenn Beck, Stephen Colbert has wisely invested in non-hybrid seeds -- the "ultimate barter item" in a catastrophic economic crisis. The Survival Seed Bank is the perfect addition to any survival bunker.

Aussiebum banana underwear, Credit: Ecouterre.comIs That Banana Bark in Your Briefs?
Or are you just happy to see me? Australian underwear designer Aussiebum has just revealed a new line of eco-friendly banana underwear made from the bark of the banana tree. They're also working on a bra made from recycled jugs. (Just kidding.)

sleeping child, Credit: E.celesti, FlickrTips for Going Green in Your Sleep
When it's time to call it a day, there are a number of simple ways you can reduce your sleep-print. From sustainable bed frames to putting your house in sleep mode, Umbra's got tips on how to save the planet while you dream about saving the planet.

Hugo Chavez, Credit: Juan Barreto, Getty ImagesHugo Chavez Order Army to Change Light Bulbs
Venezuela is in the middle of a drought-driven hydroelectric energy crisis with no end in sight. Chavez's solution: Send in the troops to replace all incandescent bulbs in the country with energy-saving CFLs. It may seem a little drastic, but that's how autocrats roll.
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Make Your St. Patrick's Drink Really Green

by Cat Lincoln (Subscribe to Cat Lincoln's posts)
Mar 12th 2010 @ 12:03PM

It's easy to be green -- and eco-friendly -- on St. Patrick's Day! Photo: Getty Images

You may have noticed that a big green holiday is coming up next week: St. Patrick's Day.

Oh, not the kind of green you were thinking? Well it can be!

Take the idea of organic, and reconsider your classic St. Patrick's Day liquid refreshments in an eco-friendly light -- it's surprisingly easy, and even tasty!

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Eco-Beat, 3/11

by Josh Loposer (Subscribe to Josh Loposer's posts)
Mar 11th 2010 @ 3:00PM

Which former game show host has given $7.5M to animal rights groups already in 2010? Are you a "save the wolves" conservationist, or a "kill it and grill it" conservationist? Is America's fear of the Prius psyching us out? Today's Eco-Beat has the scoop on all the latest green news and tips.


PETA girls with the big donor, Credit: Dr. Billy Ingram, WireImageBob Barker Gives Millions to PETA
In the last three months, Bob Barker's been giving money to animal activist groups like it's going out of style and well ... it isn't. The "Price is Right" icon gave $5M to the Sea Shepherds in January and another $2.5 to PETA yesterday. Guess he likes the Shepherds twice as much.

Ashley Judd, Credit: Michael Tran, FilmMagicAshley Judd is Asks Obama to Stop the Wolf Hunt
The Defenders of Wildlife have teamed up with Ashley Judd to produce a PSA that urges the President to stop wolf hunting, which they call "The War on Wolves" (interesting word choice). Says Judd: "This spring even pregnant wolves at their dens will be targeted."

Ted Nugent, Credit: Bill Pugliano, Getty ImagesTed is a Nuge Climate Change Denier
On the completely opposite end of the spectrum, "Kill It and Grill It" author Ted Nugent recently delivered a speech to his granddaughter's high school. Topping off his chat about avoiding drugs and alcohol, Ted told them: "Global warming is a fraud. Watch Glenn Beck."

second generation Prius, Credit: AutoblogGreenThe Prius Saga Continues
Following weeks of bad news for Prius owners comes well ... more bad news in NY and CA. But this time, could the bad news be all in our heads? According to the AP, after so much negative press, we're more likely to blame the Prius for our own driving errors.

can o' beans, Credit: Nospuds, FlickrWho CAN You Trust?
Shortly after the news broke that FDA was "concerned" about the effects of BPA, we found out that BPA was in the lining of pretty much all canned goods on the market -- minus a small few. Check out FitSugar's breakdown of which brands' cans are BPA-free.
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Take Your Water and Tea to go in Glass!

by Cat Lincoln (Subscribe to Cat Lincoln's posts)
Mar 11th 2010 @ 12:01PM

Tea to go in a Teavana glass tumbler! Photo: Teavana

Between eating on the go, and being tied to your desk, or running in place at the gym, we always seem to have a drink at hand. The lightness, and safety of plastic bottles -- least they won't shatter if you drop them -- reinforced this behavior. But since finding out that most plastics leach damaging BPA into your food and drink, we've all been looking for a mobile and safe alternative.

This search seems to be spurring a glass bottle revolution! Everywhere I turn, I see another cool glass option!

Fit Sugar has a great real life review of the Lifefactory glass beverage bottle. It has a screw top and a silicon cover, which keeps it from getting slippery. The cover comes in a variety of cute colors, and the polka dot style is both functional (you can see how much water you have) and stylish (hello: polka dots!)

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Eco-Beat, 3/10

by Josh Loposer (Subscribe to Josh Loposer's posts)
Mar 10th 2010 @ 3:00PM

Whose narration would you rather listen to in "LIFE?" Is there some endangered whale meat embedded in your sushi roll? Is breast milk a sustainable culinary commodity? Today's Eco-Beat has the scoop on all the latest green news and tips.


Oprah Winfrey, Credit: Jeffery Mayer, Getty ImagesOprah Will Narrate Discovery's "LIFE"
Some of you will be happy to know that the great Oprah Winfrey will be narrating the US version of Discovery's highly-anticipated sequel to "Planet Earth." The rest of us will seek out the UK version, narrated by voice of beloved naturalist David Attenborough.

The Cove poster, Credit: Moviefone.com"Cove" Filmmakers Expose Endangered Whale Sushi
To celebrate their victory at the Oscars last Sunday, the crew headed to a swanky sushi restaurant called The Hump -- not to eat, mind you, but to launch a top-secret sting operation on the Santa Monica restaurant that has allegedly been serving illegal whale meat.

Putting Some Green in Your 401K
True, most people don't want to look at or even think about their investment portfolio these days, but that's probably a strong indicator that you should reexamine your strategy. Umbra has a list of resources to help you research socially-conscious investing.

Seal pup, Credit: Henning Bagger, Getty ImagesCanadian Parliament Dines on Seal Meat
Standing in stark contrast to the work of Team "Cove," the restaurant that serves Canada's parliament is serving up seal sandwiches in protest of a EU ban on all seal products. Apparently, this is the parliament's version of "freedom fries."

Pressed cheese, Credit: Chiot's Run, FlickrChef in NYC Experiments With Human Cheese
When it comes to carbon food-prints: Cheese made from free-range livestock is eco-friendly, while cheese made from organic free-range breasts is as green as it gets (and fairly creepy). Chef Daniel Angerer of NYC's Chelsea restaurant is perfecting breast milk cheese.
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Green Baby Shower and Gift Ideas

by Cat Lincoln (Subscribe to Cat Lincoln's posts)
Mar 10th 2010 @ 12:09PM

A baby shower = gifts! Photo: luckycatphotography

My sister and my sister-in-law are both having babies this spring, so the baby shower activity is in high gear around here. Naturally, I want to keep it all as green as possible, without pushing too many of my eco-beliefs on the girls.

Who am I kidding? I totally preach the green gospel, but that's what big sisters are for!

From the shower to the gifts, there are lots of ways to help a new baby -- and a mom-to-be -- get off to a healthy, happy and earth-friendly start.

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Eco-Beat, 3/9

by Josh Loposer (Subscribe to Josh Loposer's posts)
Mar 9th 2010 @ 3:00PM

Will Xena the Warrior Princess unleash her wrath on climate change deniers? Are you jonesing for a "Planet Earth" sequel? Wanna learn how to do you own home energy audit? Today's Eco-Beat has the scoop on all the latest green news and tips.


Xena: The Warrior Princess DVD, Credit: Amazon.comTell 'Em What You Really Think, Xena
Lucy Lawless is talking smack ... and when she talks tough, you'd best listen up. In a recent interview with MNN, she sounded off about planting trees, honey bees, and how she thinks that "people running climate change denial campaigns are sociopaths."

Adrian Grenier, Credit: Joe Kohen, WireImage.comWhere's Adrian Grenier's iPhone App?
Last May, Team Grenier was touting a new app called EcoHero that would act as a virtual tool belt, complete with a set of tools to help consumers gauge the health and environmental impacts of their choices. As Ecorazzi points out, that's the last we've heard of it.

LIFE book cover, Credit: Discovery.comDiscovery to Simulcast "LIFE"
No matter which of the 7 Discovery owned networks you're watching on March 21st at 8pm, you'll be tuned into "LIFE." I'm not being philosophical here, that's the title of the nature doc that's being dubbed the next chapter to the BBC's classic "Planet Earth."

T-Rex NogginSox, Credit: NogginSox.comWould You be More Likely to Wear a Helmet if?
Designers are coming up with all kinds of nifty new features to entice bikers into adopting safer habits. These innovations include helmets that fold up, helmets that look like hats, and rain-proof helmet skins that look like dinosaurs (my fave).

wall outlet, Credit: Trekkyandy, FlickrDIY Home Energy Audit
Advertisements always say that energy audits pay for themselves -- well in this case, they might even turn a profit. CasaSugar has put together a slide show that will give you step by step instructions for how to be an amateur energy sleuth.
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Start Thinking About Your Garden

by Cat Lincoln (Subscribe to Cat Lincoln's posts)
Mar 9th 2010 @ 12:08PM

Kew Gardens, London, England. Photo: Leon Neal, Getty Images

April showers may bring May flowers, but smart gardeners are thinking about their plan much earlier in the year.

Haven't started your green planning yet? Don't worry, you can get a Michelle Obama-worthy garden up and running in seven easy steps!

The best way to start, whether you're doing a simple herb garden for pizza toppings by your back door, or an elaborate Versaille-style topiary showplace on the back 40, is with a plan. Better Homes and Garden has a great online garden planning tool that works for every size project.

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Eco-Beat, 3/8

by Josh Loposer (Subscribe to Josh Loposer's posts)
Mar 8th 2010 @ 3:00PM

Wanna look red carpet-ready without sacrificing your eco-principles? Wondering who not to invite to see Shamu? Did the White House fall short with its new recyclable cups? Today's Eco-Beat has the scoop on all the latest green news and tips.


Natalie Portman on the red carpet, Credit: Craig Barritt, Getty ImagesEcoStiletto's Green Red Carpet Tips
OK, so maybe you're not walking down the red carpet at the Oscars, or even the Emmys ... but everybody's got to get all decked out for a formal event every now and then. EcoStiletto has stolen Hollywood's eco-friendly glamor secrets and is giving them away for free.

Hayden Panetierre, Credit: Angela Weiss, Getty ImagesHayden Panettiere is not a SeaWorld fan
If you ever see Hayden at SeaWorld, she'll probably be carrying a bullhorn and a protest sign. Responding to the tragic death of one of SeaWorld's orca trainers, Hayden says "It's disgusting and Sea World is absolutely wrong. This is a big wake up call."

The Cove poster, Credit: Moviefone.comAnd the Winner is: "The Cove"
In case you need fodder for your must-see list, the documentary that exposed and shut down Taiji's secret dolphin slaughter topped the impressive list of Best Documentary nominees to take home the statue. Congratulations to the filmmakers!

Barack Obama, Credit: Saul Loeb, Getty ImagesThe White House's Greener Coffee Cups
As part of the administration's efforts to reduce its footprint, the White House is touting a new set of biodegradable hot beverage cups made from 12% post-consumer recycled content. Props for the 12%, guys, but have you ever heard of ceramic coffee mugs?

coffee bean closeup, Credit: Joe Lencioni, FlickrSpeaking of Coffee, There's a Coffee-Powered Car
On some mornings, I feel that my brain runs on coffee, but an experimental car in the UK quite literally burns coffee grounds as fuel. The alternative fuel "Carpuccino" slurps down 56 espressos per mile, making it 25 to 50 times more expensive to drive than a gas-guzzler.
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Oscar's Nearly Green Year

by Cat Lincoln (Subscribe to Cat Lincoln's posts)
Mar 8th 2010 @ 12:01PM




This was a big year for films with an eco-message, with "Avatar" at the top of the list. Even though the awards have been given out, and Avatar was passed over for the big nod, it's still worth your time to check out the many eco-minded films that were nominated for an Academy Award this year.

Disney's film "Up" dealt with gentrification and urbanization. According to Grist, "The Fantastic Mr. Fox", nominated for Animated Feature Film and Music (Original Score) is an eco-film because of its anti-meat message. I say go see it because the scenes of the animals eating are the funniest thing on the big screen this year. Also: Clooney.

Treehugger did a great round up of the nominated documentaries, all of which have riveting stories and film-making, plus a wide variety of green perspectives:

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Eco-Beat, 3/5

by Josh Loposer (Subscribe to Josh Loposer's posts)
Mar 5th 2010 @ 3:00PM

Which eco-celeb says that you practically need to be a chemist to shop at the grocery store? Will any green flicks take home an Oscar this weekend? If you shove a lime wedge in your beer bottle, can it still be recycled? Today's Eco-Beat has the scoop on all the latest green news and tips.


Meryl Streep, Credit: Kevin Winter, Getty ImagesMeryl Streep Was an Organic Pioneer
Unlike her most recent character, Julia Child, who resisted organic food for years before giving it a try, Meryl Streep began working with the NRDC 21 years ago, when she formed Mothers & Others -- a campaign designed to get the word out about chem-free food.

Ben Stiller, Credit: Angela Weiss, Getty ImagesWill "The Cove" Win an Oscar?
Tons of environmentalists are crossing their fingers in hopes that "The Cove" will win an Oscar for Best Documentary, but perhaps no one more than super-fan Ben Stiller. Ben even went on Larry King last year to tout the eco-doc. Says Ben: "I'm pulling for it for sure."

Sarah Palin, Credit: Dave Einsel, Getty ImagesSarah Palin Pitches Planet Alaska TV Show
Word has it that the former VP candidate is working with reality show guru Mark Burnett to develop a "Planet-Earth type look" at her home state. FYI, "Planet Alaska" is not the working title or anything, I made it up ... but if they use it I want a cut.

two pints, please, Credit: J Griffin Stewart, FlickrTips for Getting Your Eco-Happy Hour On
It's always five o'clock somewhere, which means that if every fan of adult beverages were to rethink their drinking habits, it could pay huge dividends for the planet. Pop quiz: Which wine-stoppers are better for the environment: Corks or screw caps?

Oscar statuette, Credit: Scott Olson, Getty ImagesThe Green Oscar Breakdown
"The Cove" isn't the only environmentally-themed Oscar contender this year -- not by a long shot. In terms of green plot lines working their way into the mainstream, 2009 was a banner year. Check out Grist's rundown of the Academy's green nominees.
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Cute Baby Animals

by Cat Lincoln (Subscribe to Cat Lincoln's posts)
Mar 5th 2010 @ 12:02PM




Last week our sister site, Lemondrop, ran a piece about cute baby animals. Of course we always love animals over here at GreenDaily -- eco-friendly, conservation, all that good stuff. Also, cute baby animals.

Lemondrop did a great job of rounding up the best Friday afternoon distractions, including:

  • Zooborns: Beware! This site will take over your afternoon. Zoos are pretty irresistible for most animal lovers. Add in the appeal of a yawning tiger cub, the awkward grace of an elephant calf, and video of a baby bonobo -- and that's just the most recent posts -- and you will be transfixed! Not to mention writing a big fat check to support your local zoo, which almost certainly needs the help.

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Eco-Beat, 3/4

by Josh Loposer (Subscribe to Josh Loposer's posts)
Mar 4th 2010 @ 3:00PM

Doesn't Don Draper drive a Cadillac? Why does Robert Redford want you to harass your senators? Is Knut going to get knutered? Today's Eco-Beat has the scoop on all the latest green news and tips.


Jon Hamm, Credit: Jeff Kravitz, FilmMagic.comJon Hamm to Voice Green Mercedes Ads
Although he won't be eligible for an Oscar until "Mad Men: The Movie" comes out, you will hear Jon Hamm's voice during the Academy Awards. Apparently, Don Draper will be the pitchman for Merecedes-Benz's newest hydrogen and hybrid cars (starting at $90k).

Robert Redford, Credit: Mathew Imaging, WireImage.comRobert Redford is Calling You Out
In an effort to remind Congress that millions of Americans are still demanding a clean energy bill, Redford has launched a 72-hour call-in campaign. Redford has published a call to action on the HuffPo with all of the details necessary to give your senator an earful.

Knut the polar bear, Credit: Sean Gallup, Getty ImagesKnut's Voice Might Go Up an Octave
Officials at Knut's zoo are negotiating plans to acquire a mate for the lonely bachelor, but PETA is pushing back because that mate is Knut's first cousin Giovanna. Says PETA: "A long term co-habitation between Giovanna and Knut is only feasible if Knut is castrated."

Bode Miller, Credit: Lar Baron, Getty ImagesBode Miller is a World Class Organic Farmer
Sure, Bode Miller skis double diamond runs like his hair is on fire, but did you know that he also runs an organic farm? True story. Bode grew up in a home with no electricity or running water and began his organic farming career at a very early age. Watch Bode explain.

Slate's Efficient Life mascot, Credit: Slate.comBest Tips for Saving Energy at Home
A panel of judges at "Slate" is currently accepting submissions for the most effective/non-obsessive home energy-saving tips. For example, one user submitted the ever popular suggestion: "pee outside." Think you can top that? Submit your own ideas.
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