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Added by Andrea Davis on February 7, 2010 at 10:30am — 1 Comment

As for Me and Mine, We Will Speak of Haiti in Our Kivas.

Regardless of political beliefs, it seems that everyone can agree that the images of Haiti this month remind us of all we have here in America. With other catastrophes fresh in our minds this past decade (Hurricane Katrina, the Sumatra Tsunami, the Chinese Earthquakes), we have all wondered how we would react in a world without power, water, food, shelter. These basic necessities have vanished in moments for a variety of civilizations, right before our eyes—ALL of us have imagined how we would k… Continue

Added by Andrea Davis on February 1, 2010 at 8:00pm — No Comments

How Walking is Stimulating My Economy

My father is a geologist. He has never ascribed to any one philosophical, political, or economic camp of ideas. So I was a little surprised that, when I brought up that I thought green technologies could help the economy, he responded decisively that he thought the economy should be allowed to fix itself when it comes to energy. But I was even more surprised that I agreed. I answered, "Dad, the economy has been fixing itself with me for the last five or six years." My decision to devote any vo… Continue

Added by Andrea Davis on January 24, 2010 at 1:06pm — No Comments

LGbD Green Column #19 - Humans Must Learn to Engineer Repairs to the Planet

Written by W. Cecil Steward, FAIA, President; Joslyn Castle Institute For Sustainable Communities Neither the powers that be nor traditional Green thinking will solve the cascading climate catastrophes about to hit us, warns pioneer ecologist Stewart Brand. Civilization is at an historical crossroads similar to just before World War II, Brand writes in his 2009 book, Whole Earth Discipline: An Ecopragmatist Manifesto. Everyone knows something terrible is about to unfold but no one agrees on wh… Continue

Added by Christine Hunt on January 23, 2010 at 7:55pm — No Comments

Energy Saving Products and Information Seminar

Joe Davis will be giving a seminar about his solar panel lease system. For more information go to Infinergy's Harvest the Sun website: http://infinergywindandsolar.com/storage/pdf/OUR%20HarvestSun%20flyer.pdf Here are the details: When: Thursday January 28, 2010 @ 7 P.M. Where: Energy Busters Office - 4830 Rent Worth Drive Suite 1 Just wanted to let you know, on January 28th at 7:00 pm, we will be p… Continue

Added by Carol Smith on January 23, 2010 at 10:58am — 1 Comment

The Pen is Mightier Than You Think

It's that time of year again--the Nebraska Unicameral is in session! It's time to tell your representation to remember that energy, conservation, and sustainability are important to you. But if you don't know where to begin, have faith in the fact that our state's legislative technology department has created one of the best websites to access state law in the country. If you don't remember your civics class, and you find yourself interested in a topic brought to the floor of the Norris Legisla… Continue

Added by Andrea Davis on January 17, 2010 at 3:30pm — No Comments

Making the Kitchen More Sustainable

I read a blog entry on the same topic a while back, and wouldn't you know--I couldn't find it again? But just the title alone got me thinking. And the first question that came up was, "Well, how is my kitchen NOT sustainable right now?" The answer came seemingly from my grandma. "Where is your pantry?" I hadn't been really storing anything with intention. And it occurred to me that I didn't know how. And my trash confirmed it. No wonder I get so much guilt out of ordering in, look at all the s… Continue

Added by Andrea Davis on January 10, 2010 at 11:00pm — 3 Comments

Solar Panels

Jon Dixon recently installed a 2.9kW solar array for us. If anyone is interested in looking at real time performance, history, or carbon offsets go here: http://enlighten.enphaseenergy.com/public/systems/qJJ62511 Carol Smith Continue

Added by Carol Smith on January 10, 2010 at 3:41pm — 2 Comments

LGbD Green Column #18 - How Far is it From Copenhagen to Lincoln?

Written by W. Cecil Steward, FAIA, President; Joslyn Castle Institute For Sustainable Communities Distances in today’s world are relative to effective communications, networks and connections, our systems of human values and access to decision leaders. Upon what other foundations can equity and justice be assured for the public in public policy settings? The recent international climate change discussions in Copenhagen and the meager outcomes likely seem very far away if you live in one of nor… Continue

Added by Christine Hunt on January 4, 2010 at 6:00pm — No Comments

Do you have personal resolutions this New Year towards a greener lifestyle?

I had a friend who spent two years away from home on a mission, and as he left, he said, "This mission will be a success even if I just change one person--me." So when I look back on 2009, I'm convinced that meeting real, caring, and inspired human beings as a result of these forums helped me visualize what I want out of my future life here in Lincoln. The goal of 2010 here on the Lincoln Green Scene will be to take a deeper look at how individuals can share ideas for a more intentional contri… Continue

Added by Andrea Davis on January 3, 2010 at 4:30pm — No Comments

LGbD Green Column #17 - Green Building, Green Campus, Green Planet

Written by W. Cecil Steward, FAIA, President; Joslyn Castle Institute for Sustainable Communities The United States Green Building Council (USGBC), developer of LEED certification (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design), reports that 30 percent of the total annual energy used in the United States is consumed by buildings. With this in mind, architectural firm DLR Group and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln have collaborated to ensure the design for the Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Cen… Continue

Added by Christine Hunt on December 20, 2009 at 11:00pm — No Comments

LGbD Green Column #16 - Keeping it Local Saves Money, Resources and Builds Community

Written by W. Cecil Steward, FAIA, President; Joslyn Castle Institute For Sustainable Communities Local businesses are cashing in on recycling. Besides saving money, energy and reducing unnecessary waste, their efforts economically strengthen the community. Here are two examples, one urban and one rural. Straw, Sticks & Bricks is a retail store at 700 O St. selling green building materials and sustainable lifestyle products. With the poor economy, the business was having difficulty. After… Continue

Added by Christine Hunt on December 9, 2009 at 1:30pm — 1 Comment

LGbD Green Column #15 - Vote with Your Dollars to Steer Corporate Merchandising

Written by W. Cecil Steward, FAIA, President; Joslyn Castle Institute for Sustainable Communities People ask me what we can do personally right now to bring about a greener future. Here’s a practical suggestion that starts small at the individual level but multiplies in power as the idea spreads. Seventy percent of the U.S. economy is consumer spending. Naturally, in the worst economic recession since the Great Depression, consumers are presently spending less and saving more. Nevertheless, we… Continue

Added by Christine Hunt on November 30, 2009 at 7:00pm — No Comments

Pesticide Sensitive Crop Locater

The Nebraska Department of Agriculture (NDA) is pleased to announce the development of the Pesticide Sensitive Crop Locater, a web site designed to provide pesticide applicators with information on sensitive crops located near the sites they plan to apply pesticides (i.e., herbicide, insecticide, fungicide, etc). Commercial growers of pesticide sensitive crops can enter their crop locations and contact information, whi… Continue

Added by Craig Romary on November 17, 2009 at 9:22pm — No Comments

This Webmaster's First "Participation" in City Government Feels Awesome

When I found out this month that Lincoln Electric Systems had proposed a 2.9% rate increase, I read some facts, and decided that I supported the increase. Like a lot of people, the threat of an increase made me angry last winter. We were in the throes of one of the toughest inflation hikes on fuel, a recession, and it was the dead of winter. But LES took their problems as their own, opened up their budget to the board, and found a way to make cuts internally--avoiding increases on citizens and… Continue

Added by Andrea Davis on November 16, 2009 at 8:30pm — 1 Comment

Show Them Your Dirt

I still haven't seen how to order the DVD of "Dirt! The Movie" or even how much it will cost. Or whether it could be shown publicly to a group. But there are probably other people interested in seeing it, when it's available. The following is a new promotion: "Is there a community garden that means a lot to you? A hilltop near your childhood home that tells a story? A patch of dirt or farm you brought back to life? Before the last leaves fall or the snow covers the ground (region contingent o… Continue

Added by Craig Romary on November 14, 2009 at 8:48pm — No Comments

LGbD Green Column #14 - Three Workshops Promote Greener Construction, Remodeling

Written by W. Cecil Steward, FAIA, President; Joslyn Castle Institute for Sustainable Communities International treaties help build new green economies. Federal, state and municipal legislation also encourage progress. But in the end, much change is local, voluntary and individual. Three workshops – two on Friday and one a week later – will bring together Lincolnites interested in promoting greener construction and remodeling practices. The first workshop, Deconstruction and Constru… Continue

Added by Christine Hunt on November 8, 2009 at 5:30pm — No Comments

Arborist Directory

I'd been facebook friends with Arborist Robert Smith of the Arbor Day Foundation for a while before I finally met him in person yesterday. I have been thinking about my south-facing tree for months now. It's a beautiful, large shade tree that will probably end soon. Maybe in the next five to ten years. And when it does, I lose all that shade on the south side of my house. This tree does wonders for my electric bill in the summer. But it takes up a pretty good space. Where do I plant the next on… Continue

Added by Andrea Davis on October 31, 2009 at 9:00am — No Comments

America Recycles Day Activities in Lincoln

November isn't just for the birds. The month also has a nationally recognized day for recycling! America Recycles Day falls on Sunday, Nov. 15, and there are many activities around town to celebrate. America Recycles Day is the only nationally recognized day to encourage recycling and the purchasing of recycled products. The City Recycling Office is putting on a pledge drive where residents can renew their pledge to recycle. Several lucky random winners will recieve prizes including a computer… Continue

Added by Kelly Heavey on October 29, 2009 at 11:00am — 1 Comment

America Recylces Day

America Recycles Day (ARD), November 15, is the only nationally recognized day dedicated to encouraging Americans to recycle and to buy recycled products. Celebrating its 12th year, it has grown to include millions of Americans pledging to increase their recycling habits at home and work and to buy products made with recycled materials. Through America Recycles Day, the National Recycling Coalition supports local communities and raises awareness by educating citizens about the benefits of recycl… Continue

Added by Lisa Marie on October 27, 2009 at 8:20pm — No Comments

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