ZapRoot gives two nods to Red, Green, and Blue this week with their usual brand of critical eco-snark.
ZapRoot: Roadkill… the Other White Meat [video]
February 28, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Obama: ‘I know special interests are gearing up for a fight… So am I’ [video]
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California Drought Spurs Schwarzenegger to Declare State of Emergency
February 28, 2009 By 4 Comments
To combat California’s third consecutive year of drought, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today declared a state of emergency and ordered immediate action to manage the crisis. But the governor fell short of instituting mandatory water rationing – at least for now.
Climate Researchers Mourn Failed Satellite Launch
February 27, 2009 By 1 Comment
NASA’s Carbon Observatory that failed to reach orbit on Tuesday would’ve provided the first complete picture of CO2 sources and their sinks. Scientists must now reassess their strategy.
Economic Stimulus means Eco-Experimentation [Video]
February 27, 2009 By Leave a Comment
In his interview segment last night, Steven Colbert talked to John Fetterman, the Mayor of Braddock, Pennsylvania. In between the usual Colbert shtick, Fetterman managed to make some interesting points about what the town of Braddock is trying to do in this era of green stimulus. His suggestion for how to bring back his town? Experimentation!
Kenyan Maize Crisis leads to Food Aid Proposals
February 27, 2009 By 1 Comment
Kenya’s government has decided to allow free import and sales of maize to ensure there are enough supplies to get the drought and violence hit country through the next few months.
US: Efficiency Can Reduce Energy Use By 30%, Coal Dependence By 60%
February 27, 2009 By 2 Comments
Energy efficiency can reduce considerable amounts of carbon emissions while helping achieve energy independence without the worries of a long-term economic slowdown.
Dems: ‘Switch Capitol Power Plant from Coal to Natural Gas’
February 26, 2009 By 5 Comments
In advance of a scheduled protest this weekend, Nancy Pelosi and Harry Reid released a letter asking the Capitol Architect to switch the Capitol Power Plant from coal to 100% natural gas by the end of 2009.
Coen Brothers Do Clean Coal [video]
February 26, 2009 By 1 Comment
We’ve seen the best clean coal ad ever and we’ve seen the coal lobby co-opt the Obama message, now we can enjoy the tongue-in-cheek stylings of the Coen brothers and their take on “clean coal”.
