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Written by: Stan Gassman

Transportation and the Three Es: Energy, the Economy and the Environment - Click To Read Article
The threat to national security and the implications of global climate change plus the rising cost of a fossil fuel dependent transportation system and ever increasing traffic congestion suggest reevaluation and reform of our national transportation policy. There’s good reason to restructure transportation priorities to support a sustainable transportation system which provides access to people, places, goods, and services in an environmentally responsible, socially acceptable, and economically viable manner.

LED Lighting- Ready for Prime Time? - Click To Read Article
Just when we've replaced our incandescents with compact fluorescents, the buzz has begun about LEDs as the best way to reduce energy use for lighting systems. This article describes LED technology, it's advantages and disadvantages and whether it's a practical solution for today's lighting requirements.

9 or 10 Reasons to Buy Local - Click To Read Article
It's not just price and convenience. Many factors deserve consideration when choosing how and where to spend your money. Buying local is one of them- after all, it’s your town- you live there!

The Electric Car - Click To Read Article
Quite rare and somewhat quirky in appearance, the electric car will take on a much more visible role on North American streets and roads in the next few years. Beginning in 2010, electric cars will capture a continuously increasing share of the motor vehicle market. How did we get here and what should we expect?

Reduce Your Carbon Emissions - Click To Read Article
Habits are formed easily and die very slowly. This article describes simple techniques which enable each of us to reduce our carbon emissions and our impact on the environment.

Health and the Environment- Cause for concern? - Click To Read Article
There's lots of talk about how poor air quality is a health hazard. This article will describe the relationship between air quality and health and identify the elements of greatest concern.

Ethanol Fundamentals - Click To Read Article
There's much said about ethanol as an alternative fuel source in the media today. This article is a primer on ethanol and why it's attracted large numbers of advocates and adversaries.

Emissions Trading (Cap and Trade) - Click To Read Article
Cap and Trade systems are gaining in attention today. Much of the developed world operates under Cap and Trade but it's a mystery to many in the U.S. Some believe it's the best way to promote emission reductions. Cap and Trade has been introduced for consideration in congress with a reasonable chance of being enacted into law in 2009. This article discusses Cap and Trade fundamentals.

Eating Green- And Not Necessarily Vegetarian - Click To Read Article
This article describes how minor changes to eating habits can reduce your personal carbon footprint and have a major impact on the environment.

Create a "Green" Office - Click To Read Article
Businesses small and large alike are determined to incorporate sustainability within business operations. This article describes simple measures which will help businesses improve their environmental performance.

Carbon Offsets - Click To Read Article
Some are advocating Cap and Trade as the best way to reduce carbon emissions in the U.S. Others believe that Carbon Offsets together is actually the better program. This article describes Carbon Offsets and how individuals and businesses can mitigate their carbon emissions.

And Then There Was Light! - Click To Read Article
Compact Fluorescents are on a tear, replacing incandescents in homes and businesses throughout the country. Here's why!

21 or 22 Good Reasons To Be a Green Business - Click To Read Article
To be green or, not to be green, that is the question. Here are important reasons why every business should adopt environmentally responsible business practices.





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