Greenwashing Goes Through the Wringer
Companies have had an open field when it comes to making assertions about how environmentally friendly their products are. Now the feds want a little more honesty in those claims.
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Environmental Justice Comes Back to Life
After a decade stored away in the basement of the White House, a new commitment to rooting out toxic messes dumped on poor communities has begun.
Ten Ways the Feds Are Leading the Green Charge
How exactly is the U.S. federal government leading by example on reducing greenhouse gas emissions? A collection of reports lists a zillion specific items, from double-sided printing to thousands of solar panels.
The Real Revenge of Montezuma: Voyage Conclusions
Our blogger looks back at his voyage through coastal Mexico and sees that the problems, and solutions, there are mirrored throughout the globe.
The Balance of Evil-Doing: Kiri’s Impacts
Having completed his 5,000-mile voyage, Kristian Beadle weighs his trip's carbon use and examines whether the benefits balance the costs.
Meetings and Ceviche in Ensenada
In the bright lights of the big city, we learn that conservation of coastal resources uses the same words but has a different meaning.
The Frontier and the Two Countries
The Voyage of the Kiri enters Mexico — at least the Tijuana watershed — before even leaving the U.S.
A Water Exhibit and Aztec Art
"El Hippo" approaches the Mexican border but on the way south learns about the Aztecs and water in separate Los Angeles exhibitions.
Counting Wins and Losses on Earth Day
Three prominent environmental activists reflect on the state of the American green movement for the 40th anniversary of Earth Day.
Lexicon of Change: The Rise of Transition Culture
A movement aimed at tackling the energy crisis with aplomb has been stepping on the gas since its formation.