With electronic equipment and gadgets the fastest growing waste stream in many countries, how to deal with so-called “e-waste” may in fact be one of the most pressing environmental problems of the 21st century. According to BCC Research, consumers around … Continue reading →
by Jessica Goldblatt Barber Sauerkraut originates in Germany and consists of lacto-fermented cabbage. A few trivial facts: Explorer James Cook was well known to bring vitamin C-rich sauerkraut in his travels to prevent the men from suffering from scurvy. During World … Continue reading →
Silver Lake is a a 45 minute hike above Lake Dunmore in the Moosalamoo National Recreation Area in Vermont. For outdoor enthusiasts of all levels and for all seasons, it’s a treasure in the heart of the Green Mountain National … Continue reading →
By Deborah DeMoulpied Just when some voices were asserting that climate change had lost its relevance, over 400,000 people marched in the largest climate-change event in history. New York City hosted the People’s Climate March which brought the discussion of … Continue reading →
By Jessica Goldblatt Barber In this issue’s “Green Shots” and its organic homemaking tips I want to bring it into the kitchen and talk about the art of lacto-fermentation: The work goes faster than water-bath or pressure canning. The process … Continue reading →
Green Energy Times staff Sarah Carson claims she was raised on a diet of chocolate and ice pops. Whether we take this as hyperbole or not, one thing is certain – she has made herself expert on the things she … Continue reading →
By George Harvey When he was a young man, Alex Ray had an unusual set of interests. They included his chosen profession, the hospitality business. They also included a love of old buildings of many kinds. In addition, he was … Continue reading →
by Roger Lohr This summer Vermont ski resorts are investing nearly $15 million to upgrade their snowmaking equipment, thanks in part to an innovative rebate offer from Efficiency Vermont. Efficiency Vermont’s Great Snow Gun Roundup supports the purchase of approximately … Continue reading →
Molecular Zen: Secrets Revealed! By Larry Plesent I’ve been thinking a lot about Molecular Zen this month, which is, of course, the underlying theme of this column and the basis of my personal world view. And thus, in the tradition … Continue reading →
by Roddy Scheer and Doug Moss Essential oils are more popular than ever for medicinal and therapeutic purposes as well as in fragrances and flavorings for food and drinks. Typically produced by harvesting and distilling large amounts of various types … Continue reading →