Published Lenses - Green Living

As we look at the abundance of food that is on our Thanksgiving tables today, and we think about the changes that we are experiencing across the world today, it behooves us to take a closer look the lessons of sustainability that are available for us to learn.

t's being said by world political leaders, scientists and spiritual leaders, "We're living in interesting times".

News headlines promise "International Crisis within 6 months". Upheaval,economic instability, food and fuel shortages are the forefront of our minds.

Are we experiencing a crisis or are we witnessing the laborings of a great metamorphosis?

Old Roses are making a come back as homeowners search for attractive, low maintenance, sustainable plants to add to their landscape. Many of the old varieties of roses have survived, unattended for years in cemeteries and on old homesteads of the United States and are being propagated by rose societies and by Texas A&M U. who has developed the disease and insect resistant EarthKind roses.

Bag It

Ready, Set, Green, Week Two: Bag It : Set Green : Planet Green
I am so over plastic bags. Ever since the day the cashier used four bags to pack three items, I've been trying to avoid using them whenever possible. The only problem is, I can never remember to take my own bag along with me. So this week I've been working on carrying a medium sized canvas tote.

This lens explains what global warming is and what causes it. It also looks at what each of us can do to reduce the effects of global warming. How to determine and reduce your carbon footprint is also discussed.

Our family is trying to reduce the clutter we generate at Christmas. We are into making memories and not clutter. You will find some ideas here on how to make that happen. Try baking together, attending a local event, volunteering for a charity, or playing a board game together. Start some new clutter free traditions!

The days of the reckless irresponsible dumping of waste and waste products are surely numbered. Our planet can no longer sustain current levels of pollution and the burgeoning pressures of world population are putting a huge strain on the planet's limited resources

Imagine getting something -- actually the top 3 things -- when you get rid of your unused digital and electronic gadgets. Read this lense to find out where you can dispose of them properly and what you'll get in return.

The change in temperature of the planet is believed to be natural rather than a result of human activities. People are using it as a medium to promote their political, business, etc needs. Let me explain you seven reasons why I think global warming is just not happening.

Time is running..we are destroying ourselves..learn why it is so important to stop global warming now.