Welcome to the November 2nd, 2009 edition of All Things Eco.

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Activism

Ann Margrain presents The Green Revolution: One of the most ecologically devastating technologies of modern times posted at Heroin and Cornflakes. Ann says, "It would appear Borlaug’s work, which expanded agriculture at just the moment when such an increase in production was most needed, was of value. Indeed, he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1970 in recognition of his contributions to world peace through increasing food supply. Many experts credit the ‘Green Revolution’ with averting global famine during the second half of the 20th century and saving maybe 1 billion lives.(9) However, the story has recently taken a twist."

Alternative Energy

Katy Unitek presents California Leads the Charge! - Boots on the Roof posted at Boots On The Roof.

Susan Vinci presents Solar Panels and Solar Hot Water Heaters posted at Home and Gardens.

Climate Change

Lisa presents How Much Attic Insulation is Enough? posted at Condo Blues. Lisa says, "One the best ways to reduce how dependent you are on fossil fuels is to make sure you have a well insulated home for where you live so use less energy to heat and cool your home."

Crafts

RecycleCindy presents Plarn Plastic Bag Keeper posted at My Recycled Bags.com. RecycleCindy says, "Here is handy plastic bag keeper crocheted from what else — recycled plastic bags or plarn. It's a great way to recycle those plastic bags into a reusable eco item. I offer the free crochet pattern too."

Gardening & Food

Crafty Rose presents Balcony Fall Display posted at Fine Craft Guild .com. Crafty Rose says, "Show off your pumpkins on your balcony with these easy ideas for creating a Fall display. The hand-made eco roses are weather-proof and 100% recycled... and they look great! Your kids will love making them. Find your list of 'ingredients' for a fabulous Fall display here. You'll need less than you think!"

Kara presents Be Like The Squirrel posted at An Hour In the Kitchen. "Eating local... stock up for the winter."

Joanna presents Green Smoothies For Natural Weight Loss: Why drink green smoothies and my favorite recipes for weight loss smoothies posted at Fastest Way to Lose Weight Naturally...and Keep it OFF Forever!.

Janel W presents Why you have to buy organic peanut butter posted at The Organic Mommy Weblog.

Wren Caulfield presents Homemade Pico de Gallo with Garden Tomatoes posted at True Adventures in Money Hacking.

Tania presents The Twinkie Report: Sodium Nitrate posted at Pure Natural Diva. Tania says, "Sodium nitrates are linked to many forms of cancer. This article covers some of them and ways to avoid this preservative in your diet."

Going Green

Surbhi Bhatia presents Know Your carbon Footprint posted at The Viewspaper.

TIC presents Paperless World posted at Technology In Class. "Going paperless to reduce waste, and to increase speed and productivity."

Home & Family

Chris presents Earthopoly An Earth Friendly Monopoly Game posted at Earth Friendly Goodies Eco-Blog. "A fun and earth friendly game for those Monopoly junkies looking for their next family fun fix."

Our Impact

jerklogic presents Litterbugs, beware! posted at Jerklogic. jerklogic describes this submission as "An article on littering and how it impacts the environment and other people."

Ann Margrain presents Lady Gaga, Intersex Fish and the Politicalization of Science posted at Heroin and Cornflakes. Ann says, "Synthetic and natural hormones from plastics, pesticides and even common prescription drugs are seeping into rivers and streams and having unintended consequences on wildlife, causing some male fish to become feminized and lay eggs."

Personal

Brenda Pike presents Why I Switched to an IUD posted at Pragmatic Environmentalism.

Pets & Animals

Lynda M Lacroix presents The American Bald Eagle: A Symbol of Life and Freedom posted at Alternative Homesteading. Lynda says, "The American Bald Eagle is a symbol recognized around the world as our national emblem but it is so much more than that. It is the symbol of life and freedom here in America. If studied, a person can learn how a species can find a way to survive and adapt to change and forge a comeback even in dire times. Homesteading is a new way of life based on old traditions merged with new technologies, while lending a hand to protect our environment and such creatures as the American Bald Eagle."

Reduce Reuse Recycle

Vickie presents Fix it -Don't throw it Away posted at Gardening in Lower MI. Vickie says, "I almost threw my sewing machine away-but had it fixed instead saving landfill space and saving money."

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