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There are quite a few women of African descent who like going green. Some are more intense than others. Most of us do NOT know how to do this in their communities. We need ideas how to broadcast "Budgeted Green Living" in our communities. Relax!
There are quite a few women of African descent who like going green. Some are more intense than others. Most of us do NOT know how to do this in their communities. We need ideas how to broadcast "Budgeted Green Living" in our communities. Relax!
There are quite a few women of African descent who like going green. Some are more intense than others. Most of us do NOT know how to do this in their communities. We need ideas how to broadcast "Budgeted Green Living" in our communities. Relax!
Greening in the hood has ended with the departure of Van Jones. That's unfortunate.
Sorry. I don't see any practical connection between energy and health care. My thoughts on the US Health Care System? It's Broken. It costs $12 K/person/year. Twice the OEDC average. World ranking 37th! Over 50 million uninsured. 60% of all person...
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- At 10:21am on July 22, 2009,
Robert Schultz said… - http://push.pickensplan.com/group/energyparty/forum/topics/energy-party3rd-party?page=4&commentId=2187034%3AComment%3A2093646&x=1#2187034Comment2093646
Another health care discussion on the Energy Party discussion page.
http://historyiscalling.ning.com/forum/topics/how-much-would-you-pay
I also started another discussion at a new Ning group "HistoryIsCalling" this site is probably going to be more diverse in discussions as the membership grows.
- At 12:44pm on June 9, 2009,
Robert Schultz said…
- Have you seen this? The Genzyme Center won an award as "Most Beautiful Building" in Boston. Makes use of natural light using reflective surfaces and computer tracking of the sun.
About Genzyme Center
Designed by the Stuttgart, Germany-, and Los Angeles-based architecture firm Behnisch, Behnisch & Partner, in collaboration with Boston-based Next Phase Studios Architects, Genzyme Center is a twelve-story, 350,000-square-foot building located in the Kendall Square neighborhood of Cambridge, Massachusetts, a world-class center for biomedical research and innovation. Situated on the former site of an industrial plant, the building is helping to transform a polluted “brownfield” into a vital urban community.
A striking glass exterior and soaring central atrium allow natural light to flood the interior of Genzyme Center, creating an exceptional working environment for employees and significantly reducing the need for artificial light. Daylight is distributed within the building through a natural-light-enhancement system. On the roof, sophisticated mirrors called heliostats track the path of the sun and help direct light inside. A chandelier made of prismatic tiles casts sunlight entering the atrium into the surrounding workspaces. Reflective panels, a “light wall” made of polished aluminum strips, and the surface of a reflecting pool further enhance the flow of light. Along the glass exterior, computer-controlled blinds automatically track the sun’s position and open to desired angles to let light in while deflecting heat and glare.
Genzyme Center’s energy efficiency results from the building’s extensive use of natural light, concrete construction, and an insulating second layer of glass covering one-third of the exterior. The use of bi-product steam from a nearby power plant means that no additional fossil fuels are utilized for heating and cooling. The installation of highly efficient plumbing and fixtures is helping to reduce water usage.
Genzyme Center’s design enhances communication by encouraging informal meetings in the building’s common spaces, garden areas, and in the top-floor cafeteria with its sweeping views of the Boston cityscape. Various terraces, corners and walkways are furnished to encourage spontaneous conversations. Offices are small, while the amount of common space per employee is significantly greater than in a typical U.S. office building. These features help foster a higher level of interaction, collaboration, and creativity. Employees enjoy abundant natural light, windows that open, and the ability to control workspace temperature and light levels. Most have direct views to the outdoors from their offices or workspaces. The work spaces are furnished with ergonomically adjustable furniture made from natural and sustainable materials. Eighteen gardens located throughout the building help bring the outdoors in.
Nearly 75 percent of the materials used in Genzyme Center contain recycled content, and over 90 percent of construction waste was recycled. Since the building opened, more than 15,000 visitors have toured Genzyme Center.
Genzyme Center has also received awards from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the U.S. Department of Energy, the American Institute of Architects Committee on the Environment, the Royal Institute of British Architects, the Association of General Contractors, the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association and the Environmental Business Council of New England. For more information about Genzyme Center, including a virtual tour of the building, please visit http://www.genzymecenter.com
- At 9:38am on June 9, 2009,
Robert Schultz said…
- Time Magazine
Friday, Jun. 05, 2009
The Five Big Health-Care Dilemmas
By Karen Tumulty
1. Will there be a big, new government system?
2. How can a nation already deeply in debt afford health-care reform too?
3. Can we really cover everyone?
4. What will be covered?
5. How will we bring down costs?
* Find this article at:
* http://www.time.com/time/nation/article/0,8599,1902708,00.html
- At 9:35pm on June 8, 2009,
Robert Schultz said…
- Okay, so how do we get Energy group cooperating with Health Care group?
- At 9:37am on June 8, 2009,
Robert Schultz said…
- Here's some info on Biochar from Phillip Small, a Spokane soil scientist, also a member of PNW Biochar. I believe the original group began at South Seattle Community College.
Biochar: Effects and Benefits
http://nscss.org/node/162
As a soil amendment, biochar creates a recalcitrant soil carbon pool that is carbon-negative, serving as a net withdrawal of atmospheric carbon dioxide stored in highly recalcitrant soil carbon stocks. The enhanced nutrient retention capacity of biochar-amended soil not only reduces the total fertilizer requirements but also the climate and environmental impact of croplands. Char-amended soils have shown 50-80 percent reductions in nitrous oxide emissions and reduced runoff of phosphorus into surface waters and leaching of nitrogen into groundwater. As a soil amendment, biochar significantly increases the efficiency of and reduces the need for traditional chemical fertilizers, while greatly enhancing crop yields. Renewable oils and gases co-produced in the pyrolysis process can be used as fuel or fuel feedstocks. Biochar thus offers promise for its soil productivity and climate benefits. International Biochar Initiative (IBI) http://www.biochar-international.org/aboutbiochar.html
- At 4:20am on December 9, 2008,
Leslie G. said… - Welcome Dr. Gina and THANK YOU for joining Pickens Plan. Below are some suggestions on how you can help.
EMAIL A LETTER TO YOUR REPRESENTATIVES BY USING OUR EASY RED "CONTACT CONGRESS" BUTTON - - With little effort, we have the ability here for you to send a letter to President Obama, our Representatives in Washington and your Governor, too.
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If there is any way I can help, please, let me know. If I don't have the answer, I will do my very best to get you the answer.
Thanks again for joining this historical effort. TOGETHER WE CAN DO THIS.
Leslie - Welcome Wagon Volunteer
- At 10:18pm on December 8, 2008,
Michael, Houston said… - Thank you for your comment.
I you like to send us some basic information at:
http://www.green-jobs-now.com
I will send you the opportunity in Seattle.
Melissa
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