Eco-Beat, 4/23
What pop star/fashion designer is taking up the sport of mountain climbing? Why is a family going public with their power struggle? Is there such a thing as Vegan BBQ? Today's Eco-Beat has got the scoop on all of the latest awesome green news and tips.
Green in a Flash:
 JT is a Mountain Climber for Clean WaterJustin Timberlake is hardcore! He's agreed to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro with Lupe Fiasco and singer Kenna to raise money for clean water charities. Are these guys up to the task? Will they yodel? We'll just have to wait and see. |
 Maine Family Tweets Their Energy ConsumptionUsing a cool kW measuring gadget, an energy-conscious family in Maine has decided to go public with their home's energy usage ... for the betterment of mankind. Awesome! |
 Pamela Wants Her Own Bikini Vegan BBQ Show After last week's very un-vegetarian public appearance at a steakhouse, it appears that Pam wants to atone by showing off her bod as she teaches us the ins and outs of Vegan BBQ (an oxymoron?). |
 Air Pollution is Good for Plants?Uh huh... Apparently, the "global dimming" caused by clouds of pollution has actually increased plant production 25% since the 1960s. There's got to be a practical urban gardening tip in there somewhere. |
 Wal-Mart Shopping Now More Guilt-FreeIt's no secret that Wal-Mart is kicking butt in this recession. So, it's pretty convenient that they also happen to be writing the book on how to green the mega-retail industry. Yesterday they announced that they will double their solar initiative in California. |
- Study finds that the entire state of Texas could be solar-powered.
- Eat more blueberries. It's cheaper than diabetes or heart disease.
- Going to San Francisco? Be sure to book your stay at the Orchard Hotel -- the 4th hotel in the world to get LEED-EB certified.
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