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Mrs. Cara Dafforn posted a blog postSummer of Survival
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Kabbalah Indianapolis posted an eventPower of Kabbalah - Free Course at Indiana Design Center
Jerry Hay commented on Jerry Hay's group Project Green Spot
Eric Stallsmith posted a blog post2014 Eby's Pines Sustainability efforts
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Aquaponics, Aquaculture, & Hydroponics
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Ecotech Institute to Host Renewable Energy and Sustainability Forum, Thursday, May 15 at Ecotech Institute
Mrs. Cara Dafforn posted a blog postPermaculture
Earth Charter Indiana's Current Project
Explore the Outdoors
Plan your outdoor recreation trips at www.IndianaOutfitters.com:
- Guide to Indiana State Parks & Reservoirs throughout the state
- Indiana Rivers info, including maps, river levels, outfitters & more
- Hoosier National Forest trails and camping
- Detailed Knobstone Trail info
- Outfitters of all types (where to rent boats, cabins, campsites, guides and much more)
Live Feed From Sustainable Indiana 2016
Wind Farms in Indiana
CONGRATULATIONS INDIANA: Renewable energy is alive and well. As of Fall 2013, Indiana ranked as the thirteenth highest state in terms of installed wind power capacity (reported by the US Department of Energy). In 2007 Indiana had no installed wind energy, ranking it behind 32 other states. That is great progress is the last six years. As of 1/2/2013, 930 turbines produce 1,543.2 MW. These projects sell wind power to Indiana utilities or to buyers out-of-state. Some of the largest installations are: Fowler Ridge Wind Farm (BP) – Benton County Installed: 355 turbines; 600 MW Meadow Lake Wind Farm (Horizon Wind Energy) –...continue reading
When The Wind Stops Blowing
Renewable energy generated from wind and solar sources does not produce CO2, so it does not contribute to climate change. But what happens when the wind stops blowing or the Sun is not shining? Electric generating utilities can manage the predictable ups and downs from renewable energy sources, but rapid and unexpected changes cause major problems. Electricity grids require a continuous balance between energy supply and demand. Renewable generation, such as solar and wind is intermittent, and that is slowing their adoption into the grid systems. Altairnano Technologies, in Anderson, IN produces a battery based system to deal with the...continue reading
Peaceful grounds
Some people look at a mass of wriggling earthworms and think ‘yuck’. Linda Profitt looks at these same earthworms and sees something beautiful. Linda is the Executive Director of the Global Peace Initiative. That organization works for peace in a variety of ways. Through numerous “Peace Gardens” throughout the area, they provide produce for neighborhood food pantries. There are numerous volunteer opportunities where people learn about principles of sustainability. Peace Hikes offer a different approach to experiencing neighborhoods. Over the years, several thousand youth have had their awareness raised about food, farming and the need for sustainable practices. A few...continue reading
Flushable Wipes
For more than 34 years, Brad Fix has been in charge of the Indiana Wastewater Treatment Plant and collection system in Shelbyville. He says the business has changed drastically in the last 10 years due to the growing number of “flushable” wipes and other personal hygiene products available on the market. Think before you flush The problem appears to start with the marketing and labeling of the many products available on store shelves. They advertise “flushable.” For many consumers, when they flush something down the drain, it is the “out of sight, out of mind” mentality. While the wipes do...continue reading
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Ecotech Institute is Again Offering “Introduction to Sustainability” as a Free Online Course to the Public
With more than 700 participants from around the world, Ecotech Institute’s first “massive online open course” (MOOC) was a tremendous success. The course kicked off last May through the Canvas…Continue
Tags: Sustainability, MOOC, Institute, Ecotech
Started by Molly Koch in random discussions here Jan 27.
Interested in starting a land based permaculture community?
I am interested in organizing a small group of people into a nonprofit community land trust that furthers the establishment of permaculture in central Indiana. I have knowledge and some direct…Continue
Started by Austin Roewe in environmental discussions Sep 4, 2013.
Ecotech Institute’s First Free Online Course, “Introduction to Sustainability,” Receives Positive Student Feedback
Ecotech Institute’s First Free Online Course, “Introduction to Sustainability,” Receives Positive Student Feedback Course Provided New Ways of Looking at Sustainability to U.S. and International…Continue
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Started by Molly Koch in random discussions here Aug 19, 2013.
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Radon Testing Indianapolis Mooresville Plainfield Avon Brownsburg Danville Indiana
Radon is a naturally occurring cancer causing, radioactive gas you can't see, smell or taste.…
ContinuePosted by MC2 Home Inspections LLC on June 23, 2014 at 2:00pm
Mold Inspections Mold Testing Indoor Air Quality Indianapolis Indiana
MC2 Home Inspections offers residential and third party mold testing for the entire Indianapolis Metro area. We are certified through the International Association of Certified Indoor Air Consultants (IAC2) as Indoor Air Quality Professionals. We use the very latest in mold testing equipment and techniques, and adhere to nationally recognized formal protocols for mold testing.
Depending on your situation, we will take direct samples of any visual mold via tape lift or if there is…
Posted by MC2 Home Inspections LLC on June 23, 2014 at 1:56pm
Summer of Survival
The free webinar "Summer of Survival" has inspired me to think about Summer emergency preparations. Time and distance from any event will enable you to complete tasks to do in advance of impending chaos. Planning prevents panic, so here is a list to help your hearth and home
Plug in any Electric Generators
Charge Phones
Complete the Laundry
Bake the Eggs
Hydrate the House with Citrus Peel Water…
ContinuePosted by Mrs. Cara Dafforn on June 11, 2014 at 7:09am
science and technology feed from treehugger.com
Self-cooling solar cells have greater power output, last longer
Researchers have developed a new coating that lets solar cells cool themselves, which saves water, boosts performance and helps the technology to last longer. Plants are talking and these sensors let us hear what they're saying
A new open-source sensor project taps into the electrochemical signals that plants send in response to the environment around them. New Raspberry Pi Model B+ has upgrades, not more power
The Model B+ is an improvement on the Model B with some features that many people will be excited about. Indiana was ranked amongst states as 49th on Environment. Let's all join together to make Indiana a better place to live.
Feed from Indiana Living Green Magazine
Who wants a lid, man?
Renee,
Please update me about lids. I know that water bottles can be recycled
with lids on. What about other plastics that have a lid of a
different color? Is there anything I should know about jars that
have a metal lid? I [...]
Lose the drugs
A speaker at a recent event mentioned that you might know where we could dispose of prescription drugs. I have some expired medical patches and I just want to dispose of them properly. Any suggestions for me? I live in Carmel, Indiana, so any disposal sites in northern Indianapolis or in [...]
Plastic fantastic
Renee,
The Good Earth used to have a recycling bin that accepted plastics 1-7. They no longer do. Where else can I take plastics other than 1 or 2?
Mike
Mike,
There are a lot of good reasons to visit Good Earth in Broad Ripple and recycling is still one [...]
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