Biochar - No April Fools Joke

Putting the Gene back in the bottle is always the trick. In the case of CO₂ it my be critical for mankind and the planet.

A group of researchers in Georgia are working on a new/old solution: Biochar

Not only does it help the soil, microbes and plants, it also holds the CO₂ in the soil. By taking organic waste and creating Biochar not only are we helping our Global Warming issue, we are are also helping feed people and possibly make more energy (fuel).



Also visit http://www.biochar.org/

Earth Hour Saturday Night

Join in for one hour Saturday night March 28th to support the Earth and send a message about global warming.

No matter where you live in the world, turn off your lights for one hour starting at 8:30 PM

For more information and to join in the conversation Click Here



From the Earth Hour Website:

VOTE EARTH
YOUR LIGHT SWITCH IS YOUR VOTE
This year, Earth Hour has been transformed into the world’s first global election, between Earth and global warming.

For the first time in history, people of all ages, nationalities, race and background have the opportunity to use their light switch as their vote – Switching off your lights is a vote for Earth, or leaving them on is a vote for global warming. WWF are urging the world to VOTE EARTH and reach the target of 1 billion votes, which will be presented to world leaders at the Global Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen 2009.

This meeting will determine official government policies to take action against global warming, which will replace the Kyoto Protocol. It is the chance for the people of the world to make their voice heard.

Earth Hour began in Sydney in 2007, when 2.2 million homes and businesses switched off their lights for one hour. In 2008 the message had grown into a global sustainability movement, with 50 million people switching off their lights. Global landmarks such as the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, Rome’s Colosseum, the Sydney Opera House and the Coca Cola billboard in Times Square all stood in darkness.

In 2009, Earth Hour is being taken to the next level, with the goal of 1 billion people switching off their lights as part of a global vote. Unlike any election in history, it is not about what country you’re from, but instead, what planet you’re from. VOTE EARTH is a global call to action for every individual, every business, and every community. A call to stand up and take control over the future of our planet. Over 74 countries and territories have pledged their support to VOTE EARTH during Earth Hour 2009, and this number is growing everyday.

We all have a vote, and every single vote counts. Together we can take control of the future of our planet, for future generations.

VOTE EARTH by simply switching off your lights for one hour, and join the world for Earth Hour.

Saturday, March 28, 8:30-9:30pm.

30 Best Eco Sites

Our friends over at Listropolis have posted an interesting link to a list of The 30 Best Eco Sites.

Check them out. (Thanks for the info Shaun)

http://www.listropolis.com/2008/09/the-30-best-eco-sites-on-the-web/

Cars Running On Compressed Air!

I got excited when I read this. Then I really got excited when I saw the video. Both are great ideas and I really love the Aussie rotary version!

Imagine how we can change the level of pollution in cities and even travel long distances with this technology coupled with biodiesel or other fuels. If "air stations" where everywhere we could use nothing but air!

This video is less than 9 minutes long and well worth it. I plan on tracking this technology and will bring you any news I find out.



US Company Site - Click Here

French Company Official Site - Click Here

Australian Rotary Engine Air Car Site - Click Here

Arizona to Get Wind Power

The state's first wind-energy farm could be operating by late next year, filling a gap in Arizona's alternative-power offerings.

Salt River Project officials said the proposed plant, to be built about 18 miles northwest of Snowflake with turbines stretching more than 300 feet high, finally offered the utility an affordable wind-power option.

Utility officials said Monday that they have agreed to buy electricity from the plant's operator, enough to power more than 15,000 homes.

Full Article at the Arizona Republic Web Site - Click Here

A Call To Action Worth Hearing Again

This call from then 12 year old Severn Cullis-Suzuki was done in 1992.

Have we heeded the warning?

Are we different now?

Change on a massive scale, such as what is needed for the entire planet, can be slow and even the change invisible to the eye and mind of humans. But each action does change the world and the people in it. We are never the same once the information has been imparted.

Solar Power Now Cheaper than Coal!

Their mission: to deliver cost-efficient solar electricity. The Nanosolar company was founded in 2002 and is working to build the world’s largest solar cell factory in California and the world’s largest panel-assembly factory in Germany. They have successfully created a solar coating that is the most cost-efficient solar energy source ever. Their PowerSheet cells contrast the current solar technology systems by reducing the cost of production from $3 a watt to a mere 30 cents per watt. This makes, for the first time in history, solar power cheaper than burning coal.

Read More and DIGG this while you're there!


Sundog

The Earth Cinema Circle

You are what you watch!

This is a "Cool Alert". If you have not seen this yet, surf on over and have a look.

Earth Cinema Circle

This is a great venue to showcase little known movies on the earth, the environment and the world we live in.

Films you may not see anywhere else. Join and support this new venture and help get the word out.