Trash Thursday: Oil Spills

Whether it's a tanker, oil rig, or offshore platform, all oil collection and transporting devices are susceptible to malfunction or human error. Since oil still accounts for a large portion of our energy resources, there is always potential for shorelines to get bombarded by an unexpected spill. While government agencies like the EPA and United States Coast Guard are often tasked with the primary response for oil spills, local responders are typically the first on the scene – and have the most to lose from an oil spill catastrophe.  More...

Simply Green Today

The best things in life are free.  This is especially true with the Google powermeter.  It provides you with a graphical representation of your house's energy usage over time.  All you need is a smartmeter.  This tool is absolutely free and aims to help you reduce your energy usage.  Read more...

How about eco-friendly bus shelters?  Here are three new designs, not only more green but more high tech.  Read more...

Possibly the worst oil spill in Australia history is continuing to unfold.   Approximately 12,000 gallons (US) of oil has been leaking into the ocean per day for over 10 weeks.  "The World Wide Fund for Nature recently surveyed the area and said the spill is having a significant impact on marine life."  Read more...

A student sustainable living coop opened up this fall.  13 students living at Taylor Street House (at Bucknell), all members of the coop, have been assigned sustainable living tasks such as composting as part of their commitment to green living.  Read more...