Aviation and the Climate: Penguins Join the Debate

Sat, 17 Feb 2007 08:02:48 GMT

It seems the aviation vs climate debate is hotting up once again, at least in the UK. SPURT, the spoof aviation-industry lobby group that we reported on here, is taking out a two-page advertisement in many of the national papers this Monday. On the one page is -Sir Monty', the head of SPURT, arguing that -climate change hits the poorest hardest, but those who fly have money. It's not our problem, it's theirs.' On the other page is a message from a spokesperson (spokesbird?) from Penguins Against Climate Change:

"As a popular, yet flightless bird, we penguins are used to disappointment. But watching you wingless humans destroy the planet takes the biscuit."

... Read the full story on TreeHugger

Greenbridge Developments: Bringing LEED Gold to North Carolina

Sat, 10 Feb 2007 11:54:43 GMT

There surely can't be a Treehugger out there who has not heard of William McDonough, eco-architect and co-author of Cradle to Cradle. Now his architecture firm, William McDonough and Partners, has designed a ground-breaking new development in downtown Carrboro, North Carolina. Greenbridge, as the project is called, will be a mixed-use development incorporating solar energy, rain water harvesting, living roofs and many other treehugger-friendly features. The developers claim it will be the first LEED Gold certified mixed-use development in North Carolina. While it is not due to be complete until 2009, the project is already attracting a great deal of attention. Not everyone is happy though. Carrboro and Chapel Hill have traditionally had very strict rules about high-rise buildings, and some residents have expressed concerns that Greenbridge, a nine-story development, will alter the feel of the town. However, with 50% sold already, it seems many locals are only too happy to see options for modern green living in their town, however tall they may be. [Written by: Sami Grover]... Read the full story on TreeHugger

London Olympics vs. Local Food: Allotments Under Threat

Sat, 10 Feb 2007 11:48:40 GMT

As we reported on here, the 2012 London Olympics are making some big claims about their sustainability. The city made sustainability a key part of its bid for the games, and Ken Livingstone, the Mayor of London, has stated his intention that the games will help London become a greener metropolis. However, a row is brewing over the planned destruction of a historic allotment site to make way for the Olympic Park. The plot holders of Manor Gardens allotments have set up a website with pictures and history of this site, and have also launched a petition to ask the government to intervene (only UK residents or citizens can sign). The London Development Authority argues that the development is unavoidable, and that they will work hard to relocate the site. They are also promising that allotments will be provided for in the legacy of the games. The campaigners, however, say that this is not good enough:... Read the full story on TreeHugger

Modern Slavery: A Green Issue?

Sun, 04 Feb 2007 12:08:22 GMT

Monday sees the launch of Not For Sale, a high-profile campaign to eradicate modern slavery. The campaign organizers claim there are as many as 27 million slaves world-wide, and 50% of these are children. In the interests of full disclosure, I should say that I have been personally involved in this as part of my work with The Change, a company specializing in design and brand strategy for good-for-the-world businesses and non-profits. One of the questions we have been asking ourselves is this - is slavery an environmental issue? How could we actively engage the environmental community in the fight against slavery? While many environmentalists care about human rights and fair trade issues, they are still seen by many as -human concerns' - and therefore removed from strictly environmental issues. On the other hand, however, it can be argued that if we are to move towards sustainability, we must recognize ourselves as part of the natural systems we inhabit - and accord each other the same respect that we are advocating for the natural world. Either way, this is a fairly abstract argument. Digging a little deeper, however, we discovered evidence of what we suspected anyway, that there is a very real, very contemporary link between the abuse of natural resources and the abuse of our fellow humans. The link? Deforestation of the Amazon.... Read the full story on TreeHugger

You've Got To See It to Believe It: Turbines Boost Profile of Renewables

Sat, 03 Feb 2007 13:09:12 GMT

Not everyone loves wind turbines. This is an easy fact to forget, if you surround yourself with environmentally conscious people, but some folks even consider them ugly. One of the most common criticisms of wind energy, at least in the UK, is the argument that turbines industrialize our already dwindling areas of natural beauty. This treehugger personally considers these towering giants to be graceful and elegant symbols of a green future, but understands that not everyone feels the same way. It seems to make sense then, to place turbines in already industrialized landscapes, wherever possible. Not only does this avoid inciting the hoardes of NIMBYs, it also has the added advantage of increased visibility for, and acceptance of, renewables by the general public - especially as they are not placed on their favourite hillside landscape. The turbine pictured here sits on junction 11 of the M4 motorway in Reading, UK, and is seen spinning by as many as 60 million people annually as they drive by. Apparently the turbine features state-of-the-art blade technology for maximum efficiency and represents -the next step into the future for multi-megawatt class turbines in the UK.' It is also claimed that it creates enough electricity to power the equivalent of 1000 homes. Surely high profile installations are the best way of showing that many of the solutions we have been waiting for are already here. And we've yet to meet anyone who has claimed that their favorite motorway junction has been spoiled by one of those 'ugly turbines.' ... Read the full story on TreeHugger

Piedmont Biofuels: Still Brewing

Sat, 27 Jan 2007 12:21:57 GMT

We first covered Piedmont Biofuels way back in May 2005, but they are certainly worth revisiting. Based in the piedmont region of North Carolina, this worker and member-owned cooperative promotes and sells biodiesel fuel made from vegetable oil. They also operate a busy internship program, run oil-seed crop research on their farm, and their representatives have an extremely full schedule of speaking engagements on renewable energy and sustainability issues. As if this were not enough, they run a frequently updated blog on energy issues - one recent entry, entitled -Coat and Tie Sustainability', delves in to the difficulties of participating in public debate on energy issues, and on picking through the greenwash from utility companies and other vested interests:... Read the full story on TreeHugger

Organic and Air Freighted? Maybe Not For Much Longer...

Sat, 27 Jan 2007 11:26:21 GMT

The local vs. organic debate is a familiar one to many treehuggers. Is it better for a shopper in London to buy organic green beans from Kenya, or non-organic from Kent? This shopper at least decided long ago that there was little point in avoiding pollution in the production of his food, only to then fly it round the world spewing emissions in the process. Soon we may no longer have an option, if a report in the Guardian is anything to go by. Apparently the Soil Association, the UK's leading organic certification body, has just launched a year long consultation into whether air freighted food should be banned from carrying the organic label. According to the report, the consultation will consider other options, such as carbon offsets, but with UK supermarkets Tesco and Marks and Spencer recently announcing labeling schemes for airfreighted produce, it may be that the tide is turning against flying beans. Of course, this was never an issue at the farmers market... [Written by: Sami Grover] ... Read the full story on TreeHugger

Green Seniors: Environmental Action. Age No Limit.

Sat, 20 Jan 2007 13:30:01 GMT

It's a bit of a cliche in environmental circles that we do what we do for coming generations - take the famous -Seven Generations' quote for example. It seems interesting then, that the greenest age group in the UK, according to a recent poll, is pensioners. According to this BBC report, "over 90% recycle their litter, four out of five take showers rather than baths and 79% use low-energy light bulbs." The report features a number of senior eco-activists, including Joyce Emery, the co-founder of Green Seniors, a fledgling network of activists with the slogan -Environmental Action. Age No Limit.' Emery, also known under her blogging name of Green Granny, told the BBC that as you get older, you realize that money and career aren't everything:... Read the full story on TreeHugger

Invite Site: Handmade, Tree-free and Recycled Wedding Invitations

Sat, 20 Jan 2007 13:21:59 GMT

Invite Site has been mentioned briefly on Treehugger before in Erin Oliver's response to Sean's post on another green wedding invite company. However, it seems about time they had their own post. As Erin points out, they do not make a fuss about their large percentage of treefree and recycled products, they simply state it as one of the features of each product. Although this Treehugger has yet to get his hands on a live sample, the photos on the website look gorgeous - ranging from the funky to the formal, but all with that handmade feel. These are do-it-yourself invites, in that you are expected to set and print them, as well as assemble them where necessary. Each invite comes with all the tools you will need for the job, and the site's ordering page offers a full trouble shooting service via their toll free number. They were certainly extremely helpful and informative when we called for some samples. [Written by: Sami Grover] ... Read the full story on TreeHugger

Somebody Pinch Me: Activists and Politicians Work Together to Take On Peak Oil

Fri, 19 Jan 2007 06:14:03 GMT

Peak Oil seems to be an issue that really concentrates the mind. While climate change is certainly a terrifying prospect, it is still somewhat difficult for many people to grasp exactly what the melting of polar ice means for them. Tell them that gas is going to get more expensive, and you immediately have their attention. ... Read the full story on TreeHugger

The TH Interview: Keith Johnston, Managing Director of GoinGreen, pt.2

Thu, 18 Jan 2007 11:04:36 GMT

Keith Johnston is the Managing Director of GoinGreen, a company that has pretty much single-handedly created and developed the electric car market in London. GoinGreen's main product is the G-Wiz, or Reva, a Californian-designed, Indian-built electric city car which we have previously featured here and here on TreeHugger. Keith has an extensive background in start ups, and in advertising and marketing. These skills have helped develop GoinGreen's unique approach to marketing and retailing their cars, turning the traditional approach on its head. In part one of this two-part interview, Keith told us how GoinGreen began, he shared his thoughts on why London has proved such a successful market place, and he explained the principle advantages of electric vehicles. Now, in part two, he discusses GoinGreen's new product lines and future development, he talks about the flurry of eco-concept cars coming from Detroit, and gives tips on how the average treehugger can help support the clean transport revolution. TreeHugger: You recently added liquid petroleum gas (LPG) powered Smart Cars to your product line, as well as offering a plug in conversion for the Toyota Prius. How successful have these additions been, and are there plans for further expansion?... Read the full story on TreeHugger

Tony Blair Under Attack Over Aviation

Thu, 18 Jan 2007 10:11:40 GMT

Things have been difficult for the UK Prime Minister Tony Blair on the green front recently. On the one hand he has made a point of forceful rhetoric regarding climate change, and funding some very real and important research such as the Stern Report. He has also introduced some impressive initiatives, such as the zero carbon homes commitment. On the other hand he is finding himself attacked for lack of progress on the ground in cutting emissions, and for not doing enough to lead by example. The latest of these attacks came from Tony Juniper, director of Friends of the Earth UK, after the Prime Minister signalled his continued commitment to a massive increase in aviation, and apparently suggested that personal sacrifices to save the planet, such as flying less, were -impractical'. ... Read the full story on TreeHugger

UK Government Offers Next Phase of Solar Grants

Thu, 18 Jan 2007 10:05:28 GMT

For anyone in the UK thinking of installing solar power in their home, work place or community project, now may be the time. Phase 2 of the governments Low Carbon Building Programme is now up and running, meaning grants are available for up to 50% of a proposed project. Be warned however, applicants will be surveyed to show they are taking reasonable energy efficiency measures before they can qualify. We certainly can't argue with that! More details can also be found at the Solarcentury website, where interested parties can contact their Carbon Solutions team for further advice. [Written by: Sami Grover] ... Read the full story on TreeHugger

The TH Interview: Keith Johnston, Managing Director of GoinGreen (Part 1)

Tue, 16 Jan 2007 12:12:37 GMT

Keith Johnston is the Managing Director of GoinGreen, a company that has pretty much single-handedly created and developed the electric car market in London. GoinGreen's main product is the G-Wiz, or Reva, a Californian-designed, Indian-built electric city car which we have previously featured here and here on TreeHugger. Keith has an extensive background in start ups, and in advertising and marketing. These skills have helped develop GoinGreen's unique approach to marketing and retailing their cars, turning the traditional approach on its head. In part one of this two-part interview, Keith tells us how GoinGreen began, he shares his thoughts on why London has proved such a successful market place, and he explains the principle advantages of electric vehicles. TreeHugger: GoingGreen started after founders Steven Cain and Nick Hewson took a trip to India and discovered the Reva, a Californian-designed, Indian-made electric car. Can you tell us a little bit about how GoingGreen was born, and how you have got to be one of the leading electric vehicle [EV] retailers in the world? Keith Johnston: When they came across the prototype of the Reva in India, they were aware that London would be introducing the first congestion charge zone. They also knew that emission free vehicles would be exempted from that charge. At the time there were no emission free vehicles in London, so they saw this as a commercial opportunity, as well as an environmental one.... Read the full story on TreeHugger

Float Plan - Another Way to Avoid the Plane

Wed, 10 Jan 2007 18:49:46 GMT

Every time we have a post on Treehugger about air travel, we end up creating a huge debate (witness here and here for just two examples). While the exact numbers are up for debate, there is certainly an increased focus by many on the climate impacts of aircraft, both in terms of their direct greenhouse gas emissions, as well as the additional effects of contrails and the increased impact that NOx emissions have in the upper atmosphere (a summary of aviation impacts can be found here). Even the world-famous Rough Guides travel books are now asking people to consider alternatives to flying where practical, and anecdotal evidence suggests that many people with environmental leanings, at least in this Treehugger's circle of friends, are beginning to consider different routes for their holidays. But what are the alternatives? We have previously shown the extreme measures taken by some, such as the overland trip from the UK to Australia taken by one environmentalist to attend her friends wedding. Others may be less adventurous, but there are still much greener alternatives for many short-haul flights, especially in Europe.... Read the full story on TreeHugger

The TH Interview: Dave Douglas, Vice-President of Eco-Responsibility, Sun Microsystems

Tue, 09 Jan 2007 10:28:26 GMT

In little more than a year, Sun Microsystems has distinguished itself in the information technology industry by enthusiastically adopting a TreeHugger-friendly platform of Eco-Responsibility. However, Sun's innovation does not stop at its products, which include energy efficient desktop systems and servers, but extends to company-wide internal operations and its relationship with the larger technology community. To find out how change is managed in a company of over 30,000 employees, and what the real motivations are behind Sun's pursuit of sustainability, TreeHugger interviewed Dave Douglas, VP of Eco-Responsibility at Sun Microsystems. TreeHugger: The title of Vice-President of Eco-Responsibility is not typically found in most companies, even those which are sustainably-minded. What does the job entail, and how did you end up in the position? Dave Douglas: This position is responsible for Sun's overall approach to eco-responsibility, including our products and services, internal operations, and how we communicate and share outside the company. We sum it up as Innovate, Act and Share.... Read the full story on TreeHugger

BedZED Under the Spotlight: BioRegional Defends its Pioneering Project

Sat, 23 Dec 2006 17:17:07 GMT

Life is tough on the cutting edge, and the press can be unforgiving. We Treehuggers love the BioRegional Development Group, and we particularly love their flagship eco-housing estate BedZED, which we have reported on here and here. However, not everything has gone smoothly with this project. In particular they have had major problems with their prototype Combined Heat and Power plant, something we also picked up on here. These problems have now been highlighted by the mainstream press, who have shown an increased interest in green building following the UK government's recent announcement about carbon neutral homes. Apparently the Daily Mail ran a story under the rather unkind and, in our opinion, inaccurate headline of "Great Green Gimmick." However, BioRegional are now out to set the record straight.... Read the full story on TreeHugger

Tree Planting Far From 'Pointless', Researchers Argue

Sat, 23 Dec 2006 17:02:17 GMT

Last week we reported here on new research that suggests planting trees may not always have the climate-cooling effects that many would expect. The authors of this study have since expressed concern that they may be being misreported in some sections of the media, and insist that they have not been denigrating tree planting overall. In a letter to the Guardian, which we unfortunately cannot find on their website, Ken Caldeira of the Carnegie Institute put forward the following clarification:... Read the full story on TreeHugger

Santa Falls Victim to Climate Change

Sun, 17 Dec 2006 16:33:18 GMT

Treehuggers are no strangers to climate-related bad news, but this latest headline is particularly worrying. It seems Santa, who was recently voted one of the top 100 green heroes, may be unable to make a successful lift-off this year, due to the melting of his runway. More news on this frightening phenomenon can be found over at Green Santa (flash alert!), where kids, and grown ups, can pledge to help avoid further dangerous greenhouse emissions. Looks like we'll all have to be good if we want to continue getting presents in the decades to come. [Written by: Sami Grover] ... Read the full story on TreeHugger

Reva Electric Car Company Receives $20m Funding

Sun, 17 Dec 2006 14:29:26 GMT

We have reported countless times on the Indian-made Reva, or G-Wiz at is marketed in London, including here, here, and here. Many people we talk to love this tiny, silent run around, while others claim it is just small and ugly. However, whether you love or hate the thing, it appears that Reva are making a big impression. On a recent visit to London, this Treehugger was amazed at how many could be seen whizzing silently around the streets of central London. Now, having secured $20m in additional investments, the company is set to expand with the stated aim of becoming "a major global car brand". Apparently, the money will be spent on expanding production capacity and developing newer models. Who knows, maybe they'll even make a model that everyone likes, but where would be the fun in that? [Written by: Sami Grover] Interested in electric cars? Check out: 17 Electric Cars You Must Know About ... Read the full story on TreeHugger

The TH Interview: Paul Allen of the Centre for Alternative Technology

Thu, 14 Dec 2006 09:09:58 GMT

Paul Allen is the development director of the Centre for Alternative Technology (CAT) in Wales, one of Europe's leading demonstration sites for renewable enrgy and green technologies. He is the designer of many renewable energy systems for CAT and has himself lived for many years 'off the grid'. He is currently touring the United States by mass transit, and he is interested in making contact with groups wishing to set up -post-carbon' demonstration centers similar to CAT. In this interview Paul shares his thoughts on the evolution of CAT, the future of environmentalism, and what we can all do to speed up the eventual adoption of clean technologies and practices by mainstream society. Treehugger: CAT started out as an idealistic experiment in communal living but has grown into one of the leading educational centres for sustainability in Europe. Can you tell us a little about how the role of CAT has changed over the years?... Read the full story on TreeHugger

Online Auction Aids North Carolina Community Garden

Sun, 10 Dec 2006 18:45:31 GMT

Last summer we reported here on an inspiring community garden and urban farm initiative in Durham, North Carolina. SEEDS (South Eastern Efforts Developing Sustainable Spaces) runs a demonstration organic garden, a youth-run urban farm/ market gardening business, and an after school program in inner-city Durham while promoting healthy eating, team work and care for nature. Now they are raising funds by holding an online gift auction on ebay. Gifts have been donated by many local businesses and individuals, and include a consultation with a landscape designer, a weekend of pet sitting, and gift certificates from local restaurants. So start bidding and you can get your Christmas shopping underway while helping support a vitally important project that connects urban kids with the natural world around them. [Written by: Sami Grover] ... Read the full story on TreeHugger

The TH Interview: Penny Eastwood of Treesponsibility

Tue, 05 Dec 2006 09:42:11 GMT

A little while back we alerted readers to a tree planting event in the West Yorkshire village of Hebden Bridge in the UK. Under the banner of Treesponsibility, a group of local residents have been responding to severe flooding by reforesting the watershed above their town. In so doing, they hope to bring about "climate change of a different kind", as they encourage people to take responsibility for their own carbon emissions. They have also played an important role in defeating plans for an open-cast mine, and they are currently opposing the expansion of aviation capacity in the area. TreeHugger recently attended one of their plantings, and took some time out to chat with Penny Eastwood (pictured), one of the key people behind the organization. In this interview, she sheds a little more light on the ambition of the group and their strategic vision for the valley. The site for the weekend's planting is a sloped field, kindly donated by a local farmer. The plan is to get 1000 trees in the ground here. While this sounds like a lot, the group always plants a minimum of 10,000 trees in every growing season, and they are envisioning a 25 year program of planting that will transform the valley. A group of about 40 people have gathered, some local, some from further afield, and they are busy clearing turf, planting saplings and carefully mulching them while being battered by the strong West Yorkshire winds. Looking over the landscape, it is clear why tree planting is so important, as Penny explains:

"The most important thing is to think where we are in terms of the island that we live on. We are very close to the main Penine watershed. Because we live in these narrow, funnelling valleys, when we get intense storms this becomes a very dramatic area. Soil washes down, rubble washes down, and water washes off the hills."

... Read the full story on TreeHugger

Global Forests Set to Return? Study Gives Cause for Optimism

Sat, 02 Dec 2006 20:32:12 GMT

Unsruprisingly, Treehuggers love trees. The usual pessimistic headlines about the state of the world's forests can make for pretty depressing reading. Imagine our delight then, to read here on the BBC website about a new study that claims things aren't quite as bad as they seem. In fact, the research suggests we may be reaching a tipping point where the world moves from deforestation towards restoration - possibly increasing global forest cover by as much as 10%, or an area the size of India.... Read the full story on TreeHugger

Reusable Plastic 'Paper' May Reduce Greenhouse Gases

Sun, 26 Nov 2006 12:43:55 GMT

Electronics giant Toshiba has developed a new form of printer that uses plastic instead of paper, allowing the same sheet to be erased and reprinted up to 500 times. The company is claiming that this will result in a significant reduction of greenhouse gases by allowing organizations to cut their paper consumption dramatically. They also argue that the printer's production process creates significantly less emissions than that of a standard printer.... Read the full story on TreeHugger

George Monbiot In Vancouver

Thu, 23 Nov 2006 13:05:40 GMT

George Monbiot, who is touring his new book Heat, spoke in Vancouver last week. It was riveting, inspirational, and depressing all at once. Ecoshock, an environmental internet radio station, will be posting a recording of Monbiot's speech. Ecoshock is already hosting Monbiot's November 9th appearance (mp3) in London. In other news, the cover of the Canadian edition of Heat features a photograph by Edward Burtynsky. Also, it appears that Monbiot is pronounced Mon-beyo. [Written by Ruben Anderson]... Read the full story on TreeHugger

Rainham Marshes: Designer Birdwatching

Sun, 19 Nov 2006 18:53:42 GMT

When you think of organizations at the cutting edge of green design, the UK-based Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) is not the first to spring to mind. All this may well change however, as the conservation group recently unveiled an innovative new hide and education centre at Rainham Marshes in Essex. The Guardian recently published a glowing article by Janathan Glancy about the site here, from which we borrowed this rather wonderful photo by David Levene. Praising it's simplicity and lack of gimmicks, Glancy's description certainly intrigued this Treehugger (and ex-bird watcher). In these high-tech times, it is nice to hear about an environmental education centre that focuses on, well, the environment, rather than touch screens and multi-media displays. Designed by Van Heyningen and Haward Architects, the Guardian hails the new building as as "one of the best new buildings in the Thames Gateway". ... Read the full story on TreeHugger

Children Demand a Future: Will Blair Listen?

Sat, 18 Nov 2006 13:38:36 GMT

Tony Blair is no stranger to tough political negotiations. However, even he may have found it hard to explain to this bunch why he is unwilling to sign up to year-on-year targets for greenhouse gas reductions. Six school children, between the ages of 8 and 17, met the Prime Minister at Downing Street last week to highlight their concerns about climate change and what it means for their futures. The six who represent the Stop Climate Chaos coalition, handed in petitions from nearly 150,000 people calling for a climate change law that would commit the UK to reducing its emissions by at least three per cent year on year. The group was also involved in a lively discussion with Tony Blair on the need for the UK to reduce its carbon dioxide emissions and set an example to the rest of the world. Jenny Avery, aged 17, from Northants had no fears about meeting the Prime Minister and telling him exactly what she thought:

"I wasn't nervous about meeting Tony Blair as climate change is a very important issue and we wanted to let him know that young people care. We are the ones who will have to live with it when we are older."

... Read the full story on TreeHugger

What's in a Name? Babes n Burgers: Organic Treats for All Ages

Sat, 18 Nov 2006 13:32:12 GMT

When we visited West London based Babes N Burgers (warning: this website comes with a serious Flash alert!), we weren't quite sure what to expect. For this particular Treehugger at least, the name had a certain ambiguity. However, far from being an organic version of Hooters, this burger bar, situated on the fashionable Portobello Road, got its name from the restaurant's child friendly layout and menu. Not only does the restaurant come complete with its own playroom, featuring a piano and tiny tables and chairs, but it is also careful to offer healthy fast-food options for children, including no salt fries. The adults get a pretty good look in too.... Read the full story on TreeHugger

Manchester Turbine Gets Go Ahead

Sun, 12 Nov 2006 16:25:23 GMT

Way back in October 2005, Warren reported here on plans by Manchester City football club to build a giant wind turbine to power their stadium. The turbine, to be designed by architectural giant Norman Foster, was being billed as the largest land-based turbine in the country, and one of the biggest in Europe. A scheme this big was set to become a major landmark, and an iconic symbol of clean energy and civic pride. There was only one problem at the time - the plans were subject to receiving planning permission from Manchester City council. However, Treehugger is delighted to announce that the council recently voted unanimously in favour of the project, and the turbine is due to be installed by the end of next year. ... Read the full story on TreeHugger

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Organic and Air Freighted? Maybe Not For Much Longer...

Green Seniors: Environmental Action. Age No Limit.

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The TH Interview: Dave Douglas, Vice-President of Eco-Responsibility, Sun Microsystems

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Santa Falls Victim to Climate Change

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