Talking About a Revolution

I agree with the UK government’s recent statement that it will take a national effort to bring about a “green revolution”, but not without the government itself putting in more of an effort to make big changes. But, the good news is that each and every one of us can make small changes that will …

Are You a Budding Green Inventor?

The BBC is calling for green ideas, whether technological innovation, gadgets (new or improved) or simply tips on how to live a greener life, in an effort to move forward the “green revolution” that the government has said that there needs to be a national effort to bring about. Read more and submit your ideas …

Latest Green Listings

If you would like to be listed in the EcoStreet directory, submit your link here. It’s FREE. — Here’s a round-up of the new green listings at the EcoStreet directory. Garry Potter provides a safe alternative to painting and decorating services for living environments. They are UK based and specialise in creating calming murals for …

Come Off It

Today, the 4th of April 2006 is Come Off It Day. Join the launch of the People’s Power Station and turn Megawatts into Negawatts! The idea is that if every household saves just a few watts every day, that’s one less power station that needs to be built. What you need to do: Replace at …

The 7 Most Endangered Wonders of the World

We received a press release from Newsweek International this weekend about a feature that they are doing on how tourism, climate change and development are all threatening the world’s most treasured sites. Here is Newsweek’s list of the 7 most endangered Wonders of our World: Luxor, Egypt Dating back to the 14th century B.C., the …

Independent Reader’s Ideas for a Greener Future

The Independent has collected ideas from its readers on how the government can make small changes that will greatly benefit our environment. Proposals for change Fit new buildings with solar panels or wind turbines Label products according to their effect on climate: Force passengers to pay environmental cost of flying: Public transport should be made …

Tracey Smith: Eco-Hero

The ITV Eco-Hero Awards have confirmed that Tracey Smith is on the shortlist of five Eco-Heroes nominated for this award. 40 year old Londoner, Tracey, took a long look at life in 2002 and decided to follow a slower pace. She is now a stay-at-home-mother, kitchen gardener, writer and broadcaster, and founder of National Downshifting …

It’s Not Easy Being Green: The Strawbridge Family’s Great Adventure

The new 8-part series on BBC2 about how Richard and Bridgit Strawbridge move to the West Country and turn a derelict wreck into a permaculture paradise has started and is an inspiration to many. Discuss “It’s Not Easy Being Green” at the EcoStreet Forum. Find out what others make of this unique television programme and …

OZOcar – New York’s Green Car Service

OZOcar is the first eco-luxury car service in the U.S. Featuring a fleet of exclusively hybrid vehicles, the OZOcar experience is a breath of fresh air from both a service and ecological perspective. An OZOcar features an Apple iBook, high-speed wireless Internet connection and over 100 satellite radio stations in the back seat. Passengers can …