Here's to the Earth...

Team,

I realize that most of us are out of the office, but it does bring a little tear to my eye to not be in proximity to you all on such a special day, that would no doubt be full of lots of banter back and forth and harassment for me, a better option than remaining in this cubicle where I don’t really have the right to spread green wisdom.

In lieu of doing something as a group, I was inspired by my Outward Bound Quote of the Day:

"The important thing for you is not how much you know, but the quality of what you know."
- Erasmus

And thought that it might be fun to share a list of a few of the sources that I use to gain good knowledge on the environment and all things “sustainable.” Perhaps, to start a chain of eco-inspiration on Earth Day that I would love for anyone else to build upon. You got insight on saving the planet? I am all ears.

Here’s where I go to learn about environmental issues – both fun stuff, practical stuff, and sometimes serious stuff.





















www.sprig.com Created by the Washington Post, this site has great information on eco-friendly products and eco-friendly people – entrepreneurs who are changing the world, and often these are small business people. Go to the website and sign on to the daily newsletter that includes info on one product, one person. It’s a wealth of information for those of us that like to buy nice things (it’s a little pricey) or just look at nice things that we’d like to buy later in life!










www.idealbite.com My libertarian philosophy professor’s wife, who is a yoga instructor, referred me to this website. So rest assured, it’s smart, practical, and the absolute minimal information you need to make fair decisions (both to others and to yourself) (i.e. cheap!) on what to buy, what to read, what to build. It’s a lot less froo-frooey then sprig but for those of us that are wondering, “How can I lessen my impact easily?” it’s great daily newsletter to receive.










www.stopglobalwarming.org Thought I would add this to the list, given our strong interest in celebrity affairs around the office. A website and newsletter from an organization that is environmental activism Hollywood-style. Started by the woman who partnered with Al Gore for An Inconvenient Truth, Laurie David, there are some slight political leanings but it’s really not too drastic (i.e. the grist). Instead, go here to see cute pictures of Leo or George spreading the word. There’s also a Stop Global Warming March that they’ve held online – you go, sign up for the march and then get the monthly newsletter automatically.







www.sierraclub.com If you’re looking for quality of information, here’s where to go. It’s the most established environmental awareness group with great local activism. As a member you get the national quarterly magazine and a local quarterly newsletter. It’s how I learn about things like the huge coal plant that Dominion is trying to build in western Virginia, or the cool things happening on the James. Thought it might be nice for those of us that love the local nature that people don’t take advantage of enough. Anyways, a great reference, should you not want to join ($25.00).


That’s it. Again, just wanted to share some places I use to continue to try to stay informed – hope everyone is having a great day, and again, if you’ve got a newsletter, blog, organization, etc. that you’d like to share – feel free to leave a comment. Wanted everyone to get this information today – wherever we are!

Seriously people.
-Patty