Showing posts with label ECOsustainsFUTURE. Show all posts
Showing posts with label ECOsustainsFUTURE. Show all posts
1.28.2012
Growing Power
Inspiring communities to build sustainable food systems that are equitable and ecologically sound, creating a just world, one food-secure community at a time.
Growing Power
12.16.2011
Open Your Mind
"Business as usual is over. It's not competition; it's cooperation. You are going to have to fight for the commons. We have an intellect and we better start using it for the common good because that's where we have to change. Our future's in our hands, and we can handle it, if we work together.
Where we've lost our way, I think, as human species, we've lost the understanding of relationship and therefore lost respect. But pockets of indigenous people have hung onto that. So, your teachers are going to be indigenous people."
Where we've lost our way, I think, as human species, we've lost the understanding of relationship and therefore lost respect. But pockets of indigenous people have hung onto that. So, your teachers are going to be indigenous people."
12.12.2011
Ignorance is bliss
Classism, racism, sexism only separate.
We need not to recognize hate.
We need to recognize that we all have one fate.
Death is the fate of us all, the deadline, the end, the fall,
Of us, as human beings,
Taking, raping and wasting like kings.
Fat, lazy and dumb,
Acting like babies sucking our thumb.
Calling for mommy and biting her hand.
So disconnected from the land,
beneath our feet and artificial ground
Dig down deep and Mother Earth is found
Being disrespectful everyday,
Cutting down forests just for a pay,
With fake invisible money,
Given out from those who exploit and think its funny.
They don't see death and destruction as bad,
They only wonder if they can turn profit on this new fad.
From the skinny jeans to the nike pumps,
Consumerism, junk food and cheap humps.
This is the ultimate wish
Of modern day people who are EXTREMELY SELFISH,
And depressed from lack of love and too much pie
Little do they know, they soon will DIE.
No heaven above, No hell below
People's energies are simply returned to the COSMOS.
Fernie Luna
We need not to recognize hate.
We need to recognize that we all have one fate.
Death is the fate of us all, the deadline, the end, the fall,
Of us, as human beings,
Taking, raping and wasting like kings.
Fat, lazy and dumb,
Acting like babies sucking our thumb.
Calling for mommy and biting her hand.
So disconnected from the land,
beneath our feet and artificial ground
Dig down deep and Mother Earth is found
Being disrespectful everyday,
Cutting down forests just for a pay,
With fake invisible money,
Given out from those who exploit and think its funny.
They don't see death and destruction as bad,
They only wonder if they can turn profit on this new fad.
From the skinny jeans to the nike pumps,
Consumerism, junk food and cheap humps.
This is the ultimate wish
Of modern day people who are EXTREMELY SELFISH,
And depressed from lack of love and too much pie
Little do they know, they soon will DIE.
No heaven above, No hell below
People's energies are simply returned to the COSMOS.
Fernie Luna
12.04.2011
Rootamental
THRIVE is an unconventional documentary that lifts the veil on what's REALLY going on in our world by following the money upstream -- uncovering the global consolidation of power in nearly every aspect of our lives. Weaving together breakthroughs in science, consciousness and activism, THRIVE offers real solutions, empowering us with unprecedented and bold strategies for reclaiming our lives and our future.
11.29.2011
11.09.2011
6.30.2011
Roots of Change 4th of July
Independence Day is right around the corner. This Fourth of July, you can make a deliberate effort to further propel the movement to eat fresh, local and healthy. Roots of Change (ROC) and Rootamental want to provide you with a few tips on what you can do to celebrate sustainably.
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6.20.2011
Rapping with Surfrider CEO Jim Moriarty
International Surf Day ~ thought I would cover the Raddest surfrider in the world...
Moriarty, hidden in plane view.
Exerpt By Scott Hulet
SH~ Surfrider's 80-plus chapters are the picture of grass-roots power on the hoof. If you could rally all of the chapters and all of Surfrider's substantial resources for one year, and commit to one single effort, what would it be?
JM~ The single largest issue that our chapters are facing in local areas is plastics. We have a large focus on wave preservation, beach access, water quality, etc., and in any given place each of those have differing values of local importance. For example if you live in Maine the number one issue is beach access because more than 80 percent of the coast is private ... you can't get to the beach or waves. The issue facing ALL communities is the plastic we're letting go down our storm drains and into our lineups, oceans and beaches.
SH~ Leave us with a simple way for surfers to improve their spot.
JM~ It's been suggested that the new localism is to "own" your local beach. That is, stand up when it's under threat, clean it up when it's dirty, and show up when you're asked to. This isn't complex. Next time you paddle out, pick up a few pieces of trash. That one or two pieces are literally one or two pieces that won't be floating around the ocean and probably killing fish and birds. Start there. Be a real local, "own" your local beach.
Full Story or go to the source ~ surfrider
Exerpt By Scott Hulet
SH~ Surfrider's 80-plus chapters are the picture of grass-roots power on the hoof. If you could rally all of the chapters and all of Surfrider's substantial resources for one year, and commit to one single effort, what would it be?
JM~ The single largest issue that our chapters are facing in local areas is plastics. We have a large focus on wave preservation, beach access, water quality, etc., and in any given place each of those have differing values of local importance. For example if you live in Maine the number one issue is beach access because more than 80 percent of the coast is private ... you can't get to the beach or waves. The issue facing ALL communities is the plastic we're letting go down our storm drains and into our lineups, oceans and beaches.
SH~ Leave us with a simple way for surfers to improve their spot.
JM~ It's been suggested that the new localism is to "own" your local beach. That is, stand up when it's under threat, clean it up when it's dirty, and show up when you're asked to. This isn't complex. Next time you paddle out, pick up a few pieces of trash. That one or two pieces are literally one or two pieces that won't be floating around the ocean and probably killing fish and birds. Start there. Be a real local, "own" your local beach.
Full Story or go to the source ~ surfrider
6.02.2011
4.21.2011
HED
Happy Earth Day
From Earth, Anvil, and Rootamental~those of us that care about her...
Earth Day was founded by grass roots groups and policy makers, forty years ago, in response to the environmental problems of the 60s. Proclaimed as a day to nurture neighbor and nature the first, less heard of, Earth Day took place on the first day of spring, March 20, 1970. Later the United Nations sanctioned that the first day of spring be recognized as Earth Day. To this day, each year, the tradition continues and the peace bell rings at the first moment of spring.
The second and most recognized Earth Day took place across America on April 22nd in 1970. Organized by grass roots volunteers and supported by government agencies, an estimated 20 million Americans gathered for rallies, teach-ins, speeches, and publicity gimmicks.
To countless participants, that first Earth Day was a turning point in their lives which they remember to this day with awe and reverence.
It will take a united, conscious, intentional effort by the people to create an “ecologically sound and economically prosperous” community. Share your message, cause, product or service that addresses the environment, our quality of life, the community or economy. Be an example of how this is working now and where it can go.
From Earth, Anvil, and Rootamental~those of us that care about her...
Earth Day was founded by grass roots groups and policy makers, forty years ago, in response to the environmental problems of the 60s. Proclaimed as a day to nurture neighbor and nature the first, less heard of, Earth Day took place on the first day of spring, March 20, 1970. Later the United Nations sanctioned that the first day of spring be recognized as Earth Day. To this day, each year, the tradition continues and the peace bell rings at the first moment of spring.
The second and most recognized Earth Day took place across America on April 22nd in 1970. Organized by grass roots volunteers and supported by government agencies, an estimated 20 million Americans gathered for rallies, teach-ins, speeches, and publicity gimmicks.
To countless participants, that first Earth Day was a turning point in their lives which they remember to this day with awe and reverence.
It will take a united, conscious, intentional effort by the people to create an “ecologically sound and economically prosperous” community. Share your message, cause, product or service that addresses the environment, our quality of life, the community or economy. Be an example of how this is working now and where it can go.
3.17.2011
Eating Healthily
TIPS:
* Buy fresh produce: you know what you’re eating
* Become a label reader: and buy products with simple names and fewer ingredients
* Plan ahead: it makes healthy cooking easier
* Put a name and face to your food: get to know your local farmers and food providers
Eating Healthily Without Busting Your Budget
By Andrea King CollierSo you have committed to feeding your family healthier food. But when you make your way down the aisles you find that adding the fresh produce, and the organics, along with the whole grain breads to the cart, you see your grocery bill go through the roof. But you can still eat healthily without breaking the bank!
Here are a few tips for stretching your healthy food budget: (More-Click Title )
3.01.2011
Bio Diesel
Rootamental needs a smart car to visit the shops and distribute our skateboards. Turns out a friend is hooking us up with the radest 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300TD wagon turbo diesel.
My first car was a wagon I knew then that was the perfect car. The Diesel is good form of ECO transportation using Bio-Diesel. "Biodiesel is a cleaner-burning, renewable fuel that is non-toxic, biodegradable, and can be run in any standard diesel engine without modifications. It has better emissions, and only a slight loss in power when compared to regular diesel. When considering biodiesel for your vehicle, you must look at where your nearest biodiesel station is. This website: http://www.biodiesel.org/buyingbiodiesel/retailfuelingsites/ will help you find out where your nearest retailer is."
David Pascale
President, Cal Poly Biodiesel
dpascale@calpoly.edu
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My first car was a wagon I knew then that was the perfect car. The Diesel is good form of ECO transportation using Bio-Diesel. "Biodiesel is a cleaner-burning, renewable fuel that is non-toxic, biodegradable, and can be run in any standard diesel engine without modifications. It has better emissions, and only a slight loss in power when compared to regular diesel. When considering biodiesel for your vehicle, you must look at where your nearest biodiesel station is. This website: http://www.biodiesel.org/buyingbiodiesel/retailfuelingsites/ will help you find out where your nearest retailer is."
David Pascale
President, Cal Poly Biodiesel
dpascale@calpoly.edu
(Click title for more...)
2.18.2011
Parliamental HQ
Here is Parliament / A Creative Company and their interesting HQ.
Wood and Concrete, As skateboarders we love the match. Their vintage mix of clean modern furniture and details all wrapped up into one, makes the Parliament “World Headquarters” a pretty unique office!
Staffers dine and unwind upstairs alongside a nice pile of firewood.
Wood and Concrete, As skateboarders we love the match. Their vintage mix of clean modern furniture and details all wrapped up into one, makes the Parliament “World Headquarters” a pretty unique office!
All images copyright Lincoln Barbour.
One of our spaces had a funky post that made the room difficult to use, but it was put to use with the addition of a floating L-shaped desk.Staffers dine and unwind upstairs alongside a nice pile of firewood.
2.17.2011
Designed by Nature
Rootamental is about Design; designing a better way to build a new world of sustainable health and beauty~~ By learning from nature.
Michael Pawlyn describes three habits of nature that could transform architecture and society: radical resource efficiency, closed loops, and drawing energy from the sun.
Prior to setting up the company, Pawlyn worked with the firm Grimshaw for ten years and was central to the team that radically re-invented horticultural architecture for the Eden Project. He was responsible for leading the design of the Warm Temperate and Humid Tropics Biomes and the subsequent phases that included proposals for a third Biome for plants from dry tropical regions. In 1999 he was one of five winners in A Car-free London, an ideas competition for strategic solutions to the capital’s future transport needs and new possibilities for urban spaces. In September 2003 he joined an intensive course in nature-inspired design at Schumacher College, run by Amory Lovins and Janine Benyus.
Watch this video and let your friends know what you think about Rootamental Design.
Why you should listen to him:
Michael Pawlyn established the architecture firm Exploration in 2007 to focus on environmentally sustainable projects that take their inspiration from nature.Prior to setting up the company, Pawlyn worked with the firm Grimshaw for ten years and was central to the team that radically re-invented horticultural architecture for the Eden Project. He was responsible for leading the design of the Warm Temperate and Humid Tropics Biomes and the subsequent phases that included proposals for a third Biome for plants from dry tropical regions. In 1999 he was one of five winners in A Car-free London, an ideas competition for strategic solutions to the capital’s future transport needs and new possibilities for urban spaces. In September 2003 he joined an intensive course in nature-inspired design at Schumacher College, run by Amory Lovins and Janine Benyus.
Watch this video and let your friends know what you think about Rootamental Design.
11.11.2010
ECO-Village
Ecovillages (or eco-villages) are communities with a strong ecological focus. An ecovillage might be urban, suburban, or rural and they can range in size from a few to hundreds. Some eco villages are attempts to shift existing neighborhoods or towns toward more sustaainable living and more of a sense of community. Others are newly built, often featuring green or natural building techniques. Ecovillages vary a lot in their degree of community connection and their ecological focus. See also: The Global Ecovillage Network's Ecovillage Directory
What is an EcoVillage?
"The EcoVillage is a
prototype of future sustainable living communities with a goal of implementing alternative social and ecological standards. In 1991, Robert Gilman set out a definition of an ecovillage that was to become a standard. Gilman defined an ecovillage as a human-scale full-featured settlement in which human activities are harmlessly integrated into the natural world in a way that is supportive of healthy human development, and can be successfully continued into the indefinite future. Gilman's definition gives a basic idea - yet what does one look like and how do the people in the community live and interact with the world around them? In order to answer these questions we need to look at a little history...Before our modern societies were fashioned in the way they were people lived in small village type communities. It took centuries to bring about the huge cities and neighborhoods that we are familiar with. During the late 60's and 70's there was a "back to the land" or "commune" movement that had varying degrees of success and significant failures that contributed to the collective data base we can now tap into when asking the above questions. Many of those communities had a magnetic leader that promised to lead the way to utopia. Due to the well publicized accounts of the failures of these communes many people in our society have developed what can be called a "3C" association - Community=Commune=Cult equation when they hear about intentional communities. What we hope to bring forward is more information that will hopefully help dispel of this negative image/stereotypes and bring us all up to speed about the actual evolution that has occurred from learning from past mistakes." ~ from 'EcoVillage' Interdependent Project
And what is an urban EcoVillage?
The urban EcoVillage is an emerging community phenomena that is sometimes planned but mostly an organic coming together of people in urban neighborhoods and densely populated areas.
The LA EcoVillage is a project where urban EcoVillagers demonstrate the processes for creating a healthy neighborhood ecologically, socially, and economically. The strategy is to reduce environmental impacts while raising the quality of neighborhood life.
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Ecocity Builders is an organization working to reshape cities for the long-term health of human and natural systems They develop and implement policy, design and educational tools and strategies to build thriving urban centers based on “access by proximity” and to reverse patterns of sprawl and excessive consumption.Ecocity Builders and associates’ definition of “ecocity” is conditional upon a healthy relationship of the city’s parts and functions, similar to the relationship of organs in living complex organism. They are concerned with city design, planning, building, and operations in an integral way and in relation to the surrounding environment and natural resources of the region, utilizing organic, ecological and whole-systems lessons to actually reverse the negative impacts of climate change, species extinction and the destruction of the biosphere.Ecocity Builders believe the form of the city matters, that it is within our ability, and indeed crucial, to reshape and restructure cities to address global environmental challenges.
What is an EcoVillage?
"The EcoVillage is a
prototype of future sustainable living communities with a goal of implementing alternative social and ecological standards. In 1991, Robert Gilman set out a definition of an ecovillage that was to become a standard. Gilman defined an ecovillage as a human-scale full-featured settlement in which human activities are harmlessly integrated into the natural world in a way that is supportive of healthy human development, and can be successfully continued into the indefinite future. Gilman's definition gives a basic idea - yet what does one look like and how do the people in the community live and interact with the world around them? In order to answer these questions we need to look at a little history...Before our modern societies were fashioned in the way they were people lived in small village type communities. It took centuries to bring about the huge cities and neighborhoods that we are familiar with. During the late 60's and 70's there was a "back to the land" or "commune" movement that had varying degrees of success and significant failures that contributed to the collective data base we can now tap into when asking the above questions. Many of those communities had a magnetic leader that promised to lead the way to utopia. Due to the well publicized accounts of the failures of these communes many people in our society have developed what can be called a "3C" association - Community=Commune=Cult equation when they hear about intentional communities. What we hope to bring forward is more information that will hopefully help dispel of this negative image/stereotypes and bring us all up to speed about the actual evolution that has occurred from learning from past mistakes." ~ from 'EcoVillage' Interdependent Project
And what is an urban EcoVillage?
The urban EcoVillage is an emerging community phenomena that is sometimes planned but mostly an organic coming together of people in urban neighborhoods and densely populated areas.
The LA EcoVillage is a project where urban EcoVillagers demonstrate the processes for creating a healthy neighborhood ecologically, socially, and economically. The strategy is to reduce environmental impacts while raising the quality of neighborhood life.
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Ecocity Builders is an organization working to reshape cities for the long-term health of human and natural systems They develop and implement policy, design and educational tools and strategies to build thriving urban centers based on “access by proximity” and to reverse patterns of sprawl and excessive consumption.Ecocity Builders and associates’ definition of “ecocity” is conditional upon a healthy relationship of the city’s parts and functions, similar to the relationship of organs in living complex organism. They are concerned with city design, planning, building, and operations in an integral way and in relation to the surrounding environment and natural resources of the region, utilizing organic, ecological and whole-systems lessons to actually reverse the negative impacts of climate change, species extinction and the destruction of the biosphere.Ecocity Builders believe the form of the city matters, that it is within our ability, and indeed crucial, to reshape and restructure cities to address global environmental challenges.
10.27.2010
ART ECO
Art Exhibit Features Green Design through Re-appropriation. Frame Works is hosting their 5th annual Art Eco exhibit of art made from reclaimed materials. 13 talented, unique, local artists are participating.
Opening Reception for Art Eco is Friday November 5th, from 6-9pm in conjunction with Art After Dark.
Frame Works is generously donating 15% of the show's proceeds to the SLO Botanical Garden.
November 5, 2010 Art Eco Opening Reception | 6pm-9pm
November 5, 2010 Art Eco Opening Reception | 6pm-9pm
Please contact Sara Egerer at Frame Works for any questions.
805.542.9000 or sara@sloart.com
805.542.9000 or sara@sloart.com
10.18.2010
Changing the world. One idea at a time.
From kindergarten to college, students, teachers and schools are discovering new ways to make our planet more sustainable. From turning the energy created from a simple workout into electricity to power a campus building or creating a campus guide to finding organic and local foods, opportunities to create a greener school and community are limitless.
Watch and learn more about the Eco-Challenge.
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Watch and learn more about the Eco-Challenge.
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9.14.2010
350.ORG
Let's Get to Work!
On 10/10/10, the planet is getting to work on climate change with 2400+ events in 150+ countries. Learn more about what's happening!
Find a Work Party near you »
Start your own Work Party »
Find a Work Party near you »
Start your own Work Party »
The White House refused to accept our offer of a free solar panel installation on 10/10/10.
That's why we need to lead by example, and show our leaders how work gets done.
Can you start or join an event in your community on 10/10/10?
8.31.2010
Food Source
Organic food subsidiaries and the parent companies that own them broken down into a visual graph. Listing the most popular organic food brand names and ordering them by market share.
Prefer Coke over Pepsi? Well then do you prefer Odwalla (coke) over Naked (pepsi)?
(Click on Image and inLARGE it)
Prefer Coke over Pepsi? Well then do you prefer Odwalla (coke) over Naked (pepsi)?
(Click on Image and inLARGE it)
8.30.2010
Transition LA
Smart Green Infrastructure: How To Grow Sustainable Cities
Andy Lipkis, Founder and President of TreePeople, describes how this organization has pioneered an integrated approach to managing urban ecosystems as watersheds in the Los Angeles region. This involves strategic tree planting, tree-mimicking technologies, and community engagement to generate multiple solutions to the environmental threats facing our cities, including ensuring a sustainable water supply, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, preventing water and air pollution, fostering stronger neighborhoods, and creating jobs. For a summary of TreePeople's six demonstration projects that are now collecting 1.25 million gallons of water every time it rains 1" in Los Angeles, visit www.treepeople.org. Video Going to Green: Planting Seeds of Change with Community Forestry produced by the Media & Policy Center Foundation for PBS.
Andy Lipkis, Founder and President of TreePeople, describes how this organization has pioneered an integrated approach to managing urban ecosystems as watersheds in the Los Angeles region. This involves strategic tree planting, tree-mimicking technologies, and community engagement to generate multiple solutions to the environmental threats facing our cities, including ensuring a sustainable water supply, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, preventing water and air pollution, fostering stronger neighborhoods, and creating jobs. For a summary of TreePeople's six demonstration projects that are now collecting 1.25 million gallons of water every time it rains 1" in Los Angeles, visit www.treepeople.org. Video Going to Green: Planting Seeds of Change with Community Forestry produced by the Media & Policy Center Foundation for PBS.
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