At least we have some ideals to fall short of by George Monbiot: journalist, author, academic and environmental and political activist, United Kingdom. In her new book, Not In My Name, Julie Burchill reserves her grandest fury about hypocrites for environmentalists. We are, she says, pious, sexless and contemptuous of ... keep reading
Written by George Monbiot this month, about Media, Philosophy & Religion, Politics (4 comments)
Click for full view Courtesy: Throbgoblins According to the Green New Deal Group, humanity only has 100 months to prevent dangerous global warming. ... The new grouping says rising greenhouse gas emissions, combined with escalating food and energy costs, mean the globe is facing one of its biggest crises since the ... keep reading
Written by Marc Roberts this month, about Climate Change, Philosophy & Religion, Politics
When times get tough, some of us get tougher. Others play the blame game. As the economy becomes increasingly iffy, losing jobs and raising prices across the board, some individuals and organizations have started to target immigration as the source of all of our woes in the United States, claiming ... keep reading
Written by Jeanne Roberts this month, about Economics, Environment & Wildlife, Health, Philosophy & Religion, Politics, Pollution, Population
Since diving into the deep end when it comes to energy issues, almost every day sees new fascinating concepts, approaches, and technologies. Fascinating … exciting … even hope inspiring at times. And, as well, as the passion builds, so many of these are truly Energy COOL. This is a somewhat different path ... keep reading
Written by A. Siegel last month, about Agriculture & Food, Architecture, Environment & Wildlife, Philosophy & Religion
A radical new idea could save the world’s ecosystems. But what will it do to the economy? by George Monbiot: journalist, author, academic and environmental and political activist, United Kingdom. Almost everyone seems to agree: governments now face a choice between saving the planet and saving the economy. As ... keep reading
Written by George Monbiot last month, about Economics, Philosophy & Religion, Politics
Click for full view Courtesy: Throbgoblins A Reminder from Marc Roberts that it's time to wake up, people! Get up, get dressed and get involved. Now go wake your neighbors, friends and family. Commit to an action, join or register a project. Whatever you do, just don't hit ... keep reading
Written by Marc Roberts last month, about Climate Change, Philosophy & Religion
Being somewhat of a minimalist, having more than a little OCD as far as my "things" are concerned and having a huge crush on efficiency, I was thrilled to see this guy, Dave, challenge himself to live with just 100 things. In an effort to resist and even fight consumerism ... keep reading
Written by Julie Reitz last month, about Consumerism, Philosophy & Religion
Click for full view Courtesy: Throbgoblins The folly of rampant consumerism as resources grow scarcer is lost on no one, least of all the marketing community. Still, desperate to maximise profits, manufacturers and marketing men are targeting very young children, buying their loyalty almost from birth, and infantilising adults, to ... keep reading
Written by Marc Roberts last month, about Consumerism, Philosophy & Religion, Politics
I read about Banana Republic today and their green initiative. Taking it slow, just 50 pieces in the collection made of organic cottons/recycled this/unobtainable that. And in their stores, those light bulbs that everyone thinks will save the world. Years ago we brought up recycled materials to our ... keep reading
Written by Industry Insider last month, about Consumerism, Economics, Philosophy & Religion
These musings come to us from an insider at an internationally recognized consumer goods company who wants to help bring sustainability to the corporation. Itʼs a good overview of the sourcing, production and supply chain issues that most companies experience and the many obstacles that those who want to bring ... keep reading
Written by Industry Insider last month, about Consumerism, Economics, Industry, Philosophy & Religion
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