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Green Quiz Answer - School Lunch Waste
Green Quiz Answer - School Lunch Waste
As the kids head back to school, it’s a perfect time to consider the impact and added cost of “convenience” foods and the packaging used in school lunches. It can be difficult to resist kid-sized throwaways -- especially when kids buy into the colorful advertising targeted to them and beg you to buy these products. But all those packages multiplied by hundreds of thousands of students and schools nationwide adds up to a lot of extra waste!
Last month we asked you: How much waste does the average student carrying a packed lunch produce each school year?
A. 67 pounds B. 54 pounds C. 38 pounds D. 97 pounds
The correct answer is A. 67 pounds. Congratulations to this month’s Green Quiz winners!
Sixty-seven pounds of waste per student adds up to a whopping 18,000+ pounds of waste produced by an average-sized elementary school in one year. Reducing that number would make a huge impact!
Here are some tips to get started:
- Get a long-lasting lunch carrier. For bonus points, aim for products made with eco-friendly materials and added insulation for keeping food chilled in hot weather.
- Invest in a BPA & PVC-free reusable drink bottle and stock up on safe reusable food containers. For more information on keeping poison plastics out of your back-to-school shopping cart, check out The Center for Health, Environment & Justice’s latest guide to PVC-free school supplies.
- Opt for durable, washable cloth napkins and real silverware. Sure, kids might lose a fork or two, but in the long run this is a better option than tossing all that paper and plastic.
- Choose food that your child is less likely to waste. No surprise here - food waste is a big problem too. Try taking your kids with you to your local farmers market to find healthy items they enjoy and that need no added packaging. For a great farmers market resource, check out American Farmland Trust’s list of top rated markets, or check out Local Harvest's database.
- Consider buying some food items in bulk. This is not only a great way to reduce packaging waste, but can also add up to significant savings on your grocery bill, especially for big families.
Why it matters.
- Landfills across America are reaching capacity, creating the need for new facilities to be built farther away. This is leading to higher disposal fees, more wear and tear on local roads, and increased emissions from truck traffic.
- More trash incinerators = more air pollution. Creating less trash cuts down on the harmful emissions caused by this process.
- Plastic waste can take more than 1,000 years to degrade and it is estimated that 10% of the plastic produced worldwide each year ends up in our oceans.
- Money set aside for disposal costs at schools could be used instead for education programs, books, school activities, and more. Plus, waste-free packed lunches save an average of $246.60 per person per year – that can add up to some serious family savings!
Just as importantly, packing a healthy, waste-free lunch is a great opportunity to teach kids good green habits and smart nutrition.
Teachers, you can help raise awareness in your school by suggesting field trips to recycling and disposal facilities, and by encouraging students to start their own waste-free lunch program! For even more great ideas, visit WasteFreeLunches.org!
How to Make Your Next Coffee Break Extra-Green
Tips for Earth-friendly Coffee Breaks
Whether you prefer your java in the morning, at noon or at night, most of us are more interested in getting our daily caffeine jolt than pondering whether our cup of joe is environmentally friendly. But even small changes in our coffee routines can add up to a lot less waste and a healthier planet!
Here are some easy steps you can take to make your next brew tasty, healthy, and earth-friendly.
- Invest in the perfect reusable mug and kick the Styrofoam disposable cup habit. Polystyrene isn’t biodegradable, and after just one use most cups will end up lingering in a landfill for centuries.
- Support local brewers and cafes – the less distance your coffee has traveled from farm to mug, the better.
- Resist the temptation to use individually packaged sugars, creamers, and throwaway stirrers. If your favorite coffee shop doesn’t offer alternatives, consider politely asking them to change their ways.
- Check for Fair Trade certification. Fair Trade labels ensure safe working conditions and fair compensation for farm workers. Many Fair Trade certified commodities are also grown without the use of genetically modified organisms (GMO’s) or pesticides.
- Go organic and shade-grown. Coffee that has been certified organic is grown and processed without toxic chemicals, and shade-grown or bird-friendly certifications promote the preservation of migratory bird habitats on coffee plantations. Rainforest Alliance’s certification ensures a number of sustainable farming practices including shade coverage, water, and pesticide standards.
- Be your own barista. If you’re on the market for a new coffee maker, try a French press. Unlike most coffee machines, French presses are manual, don’t require paper filters, and use less water and energy per brew. While you’re at it, choose organic milk and fair trade sugar.
- Use only the amount of coffee grounds that you really need. If you’re grinding your own beans, use the shortest time possible to obtain your desired coffee consistency.
- Give your coffee grounds a second life - keep them handy in the kitchen to scrub grease off of pots and pans or try placing them in the refrigerator to absorb common odors. Turns out used coffee grounds also make great plant fertilizer! Toss them in with your compost heap or sprinkle them on soil to add a natural nitrogen boost.
Earth Saving News > August 31, 2010
Earth Saving News > August 31, 2010
Careful what you fish for.
Missing fresh local seafood from the Gulf? We all are: the Gulf used to account for a majority of the domestic shrimp and oysters eaten by Americans. So it sounds like good news that the federal government recently reopened 4,281 additional square miles of water for commercial and recreational fishing in the Gulf of Mexico. This represents the third area in the Gulf to be cleared of the fishing ban in the aftermath of the recent BP oil spill. More than 48,000 square miles of water remain closed.
But despite government assurances that this seafood is safe for consumption, a recent AP poll of 1,007 adults found that 54% aren’t quite ready to trust seafood from the Gulf. Could it have something to do with statements like this one from the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) website? -- "Although crude oil has the potential to taint seafood with flavors and odors caused by exposure to hydrocarbon chemicals, the public should not be concerned about the safety of seafood in stores at this time." Sounds delicious!
It seems many of us are taking a wait-and-see approach. Meanwhile, the Natural Resources Defense Council and several other groups working in the Gulf have called upon the FDA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to strengthen current protocols for determining whether seafood is safe and when fishing areas should be re-opened. For more information about seafood and the Gulf disaster, check out Food & Water Watch’s Gulf seafood Fact Sheet and download their latest Seafood Guide to help you make smart and sustainable seafood choices.
Happy, healthy (and increasingly popular) organic hens.
The recent recall in the U.S. of more than 500 million eggs contaminated with salmonella has prompted a spike in business for organic egg farmers and farmers markets where these eggs are sold. What makes an egg organic? They’re produced by free-range hens that eat an organic, pesticide-free diet without added hormones or antibiotics. These eggs often have a natural nutritional boost, including higher levels of Vitamin B, Folic Acid, Iron, and Omega-3 fatty acids.
This recent food safety scare has been linked to mass-production factory farms like the Wright County and Hillendale Farms. These operations keep chickens caged very close together, creating an environment where salmonella and other bacteria can easily spread. Not just that (and if you have a weak stomach, you may want to skip this part), but federal inspectors checked out two Iowa egg farms connected to the salmonella outbreak and found barns infested with flies, maggots and scurrying rodents, overflowing manure pits, and uncaged hens tracking through waste. Turns out, eggs get contaminated from infected hens.
While organic eggs are not entirely immune to contamination, the USDA’s organic standards ensure that these chickens are given more space, making it less likely that diseases will be transmitted. Considering that most of America’s large egg farms have gone largely uninspected for decades, and that the FDA is just now embarking on an inspection tour that won’t be completed until late next year, you may be looking for a free-range, organic egg source yourself! Check out American Farmland Trust’s list of top 5 Farmers Markets in your state, and visit Local Harvest’s website to find farmers' markets, family farms, and other sources of sustainably grown food in your area!
Rising temperatures = more coffee for beetles, less for us?
This particular threat from climate change could really rock your world, if you’re as fond of a daily coffee fix as we are! Coffee is one of the most highly traded commodities in the world, but new research reveals a growing threat to coffee farms that’s being fueled by steadily rising global temperatures. The coffee berry borer beetle, nonexistent in coffee growing regions in the 60’s, is now a widespread pest and causes an estimated $500 million in crop damage every year! Yale Environment 360 reported findings from a recent insect physiology study that found “… for every 1.8 degrees F increase in temperature, the coffee berry borer became 8.5 percent more infectious on average.” Data from the same study revealed that even coffee grown at higher altitudes, which experts once considered immune to beetle infestations, are also at risk. The critters have been devastating coffee plants in Africa, Latin America, and around the world.
The key seems to be reducing the temperatures of the coffee berry crops, and one of the best solutions could be the simple shade of a tree. Tree shade has been found to reduce crop temperatures by as much as 3 -7 degrees F. Shade-growing is widely known to produce a higher-quality product and it’s also an important sustainable growing standard that protects migratory bird and animal habitats. The downsides are that shade trees can take years to grow, and not many coffee retailers are promoting shade-grown coffee to customers.
The final word from researcher Juliana Jaramillo, a biologist at Kenya’s International Center of Insect Physiology and Ecology: “I think the coffee industry has two options. Either they start investing in climate research, or they educate the consumers to drink something else.” Yikes!
Make sure your beans are shade grown and sustainably farmed by looking for Rainforest Alliance certified products, and check out our latest Green Tip for more environmentally-friendly brewing ideas!
Earth Saving News > August 18, 2010
Earth Saving News > August 18, 2010
Our oceans are filled with…plastic soup.
As if our oceans haven’t had enough to contend with lately, a new garbage patch has been discovered in the Indian Ocean. Enormous gyres made up mostly of plastic trash have previously been mapped in both the Atlantic and Pacific, and now new findings confirm a third accumulation zone of plastic pollution. After testing 12 water samples from 3,000 miles of ocean, scientists have confirmed the existence of yet another coast-to-coast “plastic soup.”
These massive garbage zones are comprised of everything from plastic bags and bottles to clothing, fishing nets, and styrofoam packaging. The North Pacific Gyre, also known as the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, contains an estimated 150 million tons of this plastic sludge, covering a total area twice the size of Texas.
Sadly, it isn't practical to try to clean up the plastic already coating our oceans, but we can help stop the flow of plastic and clean up what washes ashore. Here’s what you can do to help prevent plastic pollution from taking over our oceans:
Is it getting hot(ter) in here?
NASA has released a new report of surface temperatures from January through July of this year revealing that 2010 is on track to become the hottest year on record. July 2010 holds a three-way-tie for the hottest of that month, and March, April, May and June all topped the charts as the warmest on record -- worldwide. These numbers are consistent with recent warming trends: the last decade alone has included four of the five warmest years ever recorded, with 2005 still holding the top spot -- for now.
While many people don't see how a little tropical weather could ever be a bad thing, there are implications. The extreme heat is not the only warning sign of a changing climate. Rising temperatures mean more water vapor in the air, and more moisture that forms heavier precipitation. Extreme weather events already appear to be on the rise, with stronger storms, droughts, and heat waves dominating news headlines this summer. In fact, the implications are so serious that some are wondering why this extreme weather hasn't created more political reaction.
So what does all of this mean for our future climate and public health? Check out National Wildlife Federation’s guide to global warming and weather and this year’s Climate Science Update from the Union of Concerned Scientists. To learn more about the effects of climate change on our nation’s parks and help protect them from future damage, volunteer for this year’s National Public Lands Day on September 25, 2010, hosted by the National Environmental Education Foundation. Another way to take action: Get involved in 350.org's Global Day of Work this October 10. You can sign up to host a local event or search for an event to join. You'll be in good company -- 350.org says there are already 1,077 groups in 109 countries around the world scheduled to do something great that day! [More inspiration here: www.350.org/workparty-ideas]
And now some delicious news from your local farmers.
Have you started hitting your local farmers market on the weekend to stock up on fresh veggies for the week? Good work! Reports released in August by the Department of Agriculture show that the number of operating U.S. farmers markets has reached 6,132, up from 5,247 in 2009 – and the number of farmers markets has jumped by 16% in 2010. Why? Growing interest in farmers markets is credited to increased consumer concerns about food safety and a greater demand for locally produced goods. It seems more and more people are beginning to understand the impact their food sources have on their bodies and the environment!
American Farmland Trust has organized a Farmers Market Contest to raise national awareness about the importance of supporting fresh food from local farms. Market shoppers can cast their vote until August 31st – vote now and let the world know why you love your local market! Check out their current top 20 markets and a roundup of the 5 Favorite Farmers Markets in Your State.
And what better end-of-summer activity than a picnic with family and friends? Check out our Green Tip for making your picnic environmentally-friendly, then hit your local farmers market and stock up on the late summer bounty to supply your outdoor feast!
As if our oceans haven’t had enough to contend with lately, a new garbage patch has been discovered in the Indian Ocean. Enormous gyres made up mostly of plastic trash have previously been mapped in both the Atlantic and Pacific, and now new findings confirm a third accumulation zone of plastic pollution. After testing 12 water samples from 3,000 miles of ocean, scientists have confirmed the existence of yet another coast-to-coast “plastic soup.”
These massive garbage zones are comprised of everything from plastic bags and bottles to clothing, fishing nets, and styrofoam packaging. The North Pacific Gyre, also known as the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, contains an estimated 150 million tons of this plastic sludge, covering a total area twice the size of Texas.
Sadly, it isn't practical to try to clean up the plastic already coating our oceans, but we can help stop the flow of plastic and clean up what washes ashore. Here’s what you can do to help prevent plastic pollution from taking over our oceans:
- Sign up to participate in Ocean Conservancy’s 25th International Coastal Cleanup to help clear the trash and debris from your local beaches and waterways. Mark your calendars – this year’s main event will be held on Saturday, September 25 with additional cleanups to follow throughout September and October.
- Commit to reducing your plastic consumption by taking Surfrider Foundation’s plastics pledge and encourage your friends and family to join the cause!
Is it getting hot(ter) in here?
NASA has released a new report of surface temperatures from January through July of this year revealing that 2010 is on track to become the hottest year on record. July 2010 holds a three-way-tie for the hottest of that month, and March, April, May and June all topped the charts as the warmest on record -- worldwide. These numbers are consistent with recent warming trends: the last decade alone has included four of the five warmest years ever recorded, with 2005 still holding the top spot -- for now.
While many people don't see how a little tropical weather could ever be a bad thing, there are implications. The extreme heat is not the only warning sign of a changing climate. Rising temperatures mean more water vapor in the air, and more moisture that forms heavier precipitation. Extreme weather events already appear to be on the rise, with stronger storms, droughts, and heat waves dominating news headlines this summer. In fact, the implications are so serious that some are wondering why this extreme weather hasn't created more political reaction.
So what does all of this mean for our future climate and public health? Check out National Wildlife Federation’s guide to global warming and weather and this year’s Climate Science Update from the Union of Concerned Scientists. To learn more about the effects of climate change on our nation’s parks and help protect them from future damage, volunteer for this year’s National Public Lands Day on September 25, 2010, hosted by the National Environmental Education Foundation. Another way to take action: Get involved in 350.org's Global Day of Work this October 10. You can sign up to host a local event or search for an event to join. You'll be in good company -- 350.org says there are already 1,077 groups in 109 countries around the world scheduled to do something great that day! [More inspiration here: www.350.org/workparty-ideas]
And now some delicious news from your local farmers.
Have you started hitting your local farmers market on the weekend to stock up on fresh veggies for the week? Good work! Reports released in August by the Department of Agriculture show that the number of operating U.S. farmers markets has reached 6,132, up from 5,247 in 2009 – and the number of farmers markets has jumped by 16% in 2010. Why? Growing interest in farmers markets is credited to increased consumer concerns about food safety and a greater demand for locally produced goods. It seems more and more people are beginning to understand the impact their food sources have on their bodies and the environment!
American Farmland Trust has organized a Farmers Market Contest to raise national awareness about the importance of supporting fresh food from local farms. Market shoppers can cast their vote until August 31st – vote now and let the world know why you love your local market! Check out their current top 20 markets and a roundup of the 5 Favorite Farmers Markets in Your State.
And what better end-of-summer activity than a picnic with family and friends? Check out our Green Tip for making your picnic environmentally-friendly, then hit your local farmers market and stock up on the late summer bounty to supply your outdoor feast!
Green Picnic Guide
Green Picnic Guide
Gearing up for an end-of-summer picnic? Here are some earth-friendly ideas to help you keep your outdoor gatherings fun, simple, and green.
Gearing up for an end-of-summer picnic? Here are some earth-friendly ideas to help you keep your outdoor gatherings fun, simple, and green.
- Pack plenty of local, in-season fruits and vegetables and organic meat for you and your guests. Remember, fresh fruit “wraps” itself – no additional packaging needed! Check out American Farmland Trust’s list of the top 5 farmers markets in your state for some local favorites.
- Consider repurposing your canvas grocery tote as a picnic bag or try searching your closets for backpacks or holiday baskets to tote your food and picnic supplies.
- Try to choose a picnic destination that’s easy to get to by biking, walking or using public transportation. Check out Rails-to-Trails Conservancy’s Trail Link database to discover new hiking, biking and equestrian adventures that await you and your picnic basket!
- Skip the individually packaged drinks and opt for coolers (or kegs) filled with your favorite party beverages. For food storage and leftovers, pack reusable tins and canisters.
- Choose washable, reusable cloth napkins and tablecloths - check your closets again for old bandanas and bedsheets that you don’t mind getting dirty.
- If reusable isn’t an option for cups, plates and utensils, choose biodegradable items or look for products made from recycled materials. Planning to grill? Look for recycled aluminum foil.
- Stick to sunscreen and insect repellents made with fewer chemicals and avoid spraying your entire picnic area with toxic pest products. For more on picking safe, eco-friendly sunscreens, check out our Sunscreen Green Tip.
- Think green for your picnic activities and entertainment. Bring your favorite nature and wildlife field guides along with some binoculars and a journal for outdoor exploring. To get started, check out National Audubon Society’s online guide to birding basics, or log on to National Wildlife Federation’s interactive Wildlife Watch program, where you can learn more about the plants and animals you may see on your outing. Be sure to share your post-picnic stories, observations and pictures!
- Remember to take your waste with you. Leftover picnic food in trashcans is often tempting to park animals. Bring an extra storage container for food waste and a tote bag for recycling. Also, consider using your melted ice to rinse reusable dishes and utensils.
Green Quiz Challenge - School Lunch Waste
Green Quiz Challenge - School Lunch Waste
With back-to-school just around the corner, it’s a perfect time to consider the impact and added cost of “convenience” foods and packaging used in school lunches. It can be difficult to resist kid-size throwaways -- especially when the kids have bought into the colorful advertising targeted to them and beg you to buy these products. But all of those packages multiplied by hundreds of thousands of students and schools nationwide adds up to a lot of extra waste!
Have an idea of just how much waste we’re talking about? Then take this month’s Green Quiz Challenge!
How much waste does the average student carrying a packed lunch produce each school year?
A. 67 pounds
B. 54 pounds
C. 38 pounds
D. 97 pounds
Be sure to email your answer to info@earthshare.org by September 1st. All correct answers will be entered for a chance to win some eco-friendly back-to-school supplies!
Have an idea of just how much waste we’re talking about? Then take this month’s Green Quiz Challenge!
How much waste does the average student carrying a packed lunch produce each school year?
A. 67 pounds
B. 54 pounds
C. 38 pounds
D. 97 pounds
Be sure to email your answer to info@earthshare.org by September 1st. All correct answers will be entered for a chance to win some eco-friendly back-to-school supplies!
The Impact of Oil Spills: Quiz Answer!
Green Quiz Answer - The impact of oil spills
Thousands of oil spills have occurred throughout our drilling history, but how does the spill in the Gulf compare with some of the largest spills ever recorded?
Last month we asked you: How does the volume of the Gulf Oil Spill to-date compare with past oil spills?
The correct answer is B. It is the largest in U.S. history. Congratulations to this month’s Green Quiz winners: Tricia Brown, Jerry Elliott, & Davena Gentry!
Federal scientists reported this week that the BP Deepwater Horizon spill sent an estimated 4.9 million barrels of oil (roughly 206 million gallons) gushing into the Gulf of Mexico. This far surpasses early estimates from both BP and government officials, and distinguishes the Gulf disaster as the largest accidental oil spill in history. The Ixtoc I spill, the previous record-holder in this category, was capped after nearly 10 months with an estimated 140 million gallons leaked.
What was the largest spill in international history?
What makes the Deepwater Horizon spill different?
The recent Deepwater Horizon spill occurred at a depth of 5,000 feet, far surpassing previous spills of its size. Damage at such dramatic depths is difficult for scientists to observe, and effects from the vast underwater plumes are still being uncovered. What is clear is that deep water marine life that would largely escape the effects of a surface spill are now facing the imminent risk of exposure to toxic compounds and a depleted oxygen supply.
What are the long-term effects of oil spills?
Massive spills are known to generate widespread and devastating environmental consequences that often persist decades after the oil has stopped flowing. It is expected that it will take many years for scientists to gather a full understanding of effects from the latest Gulf disaster, especially along the fragile coastal wetlands and marshes.
Many of those who depend on the Gulf waters for their livelihoods are also concerned about the unknown side effects that Corexit (chemical dispersant used by BP) and the submerged oil will have on the local fishing industry, a major contributor to the region’s economy.
The Exxon Valdez Spill
Twenty-one years after the Exxon Valdez spill occurred in Alaska’s Prince William Sound, oil is still being discovered along the coast, and according to the Exxon Valdez Oil Spill Trustee Council, the remaining oil (estimated at 21,000 gallons) is decreasing at a rate of only 0-4% per year. The Trustee Council has also found that after two decades, the lingering oil is nearly as toxic as it was immediately following the 1989 spill and that several wildlife populations are not recovering as quickly as expected.
What can I do to help?
With the impact of the 1989 Exxon Valdez spill ever-present in Alaska's Prince William Sound, and effects still being felt in the Gulf of Mexico from the 1979 Ixtoc I spill, it is vital that we continue to support the restoration of these threatened ecosystems.
Thousands of oil spills have occurred throughout our drilling history, but how does the spill in the Gulf compare with some of the largest spills ever recorded?
Last month we asked you: How does the volume of the Gulf Oil Spill to-date compare with past oil spills?
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A. It is the largest in international history.
B. It is the largest in U.S. history.
C. It is not as large as the 1989 Exxon Valdez oil spill.
D. It is not as large as the 1979 Ixtoc I Oil Spill.
The correct answer is B. It is the largest in U.S. history. Congratulations to this month’s Green Quiz winners: Tricia Brown, Jerry Elliott, & Davena Gentry!
Federal scientists reported this week that the BP Deepwater Horizon spill sent an estimated 4.9 million barrels of oil (roughly 206 million gallons) gushing into the Gulf of Mexico. This far surpasses early estimates from both BP and government officials, and distinguishes the Gulf disaster as the largest accidental oil spill in history. The Ixtoc I spill, the previous record-holder in this category, was capped after nearly 10 months with an estimated 140 million gallons leaked.
What was the largest spill in international history?
- The largest oil spill occurred in 1991 during the Gulf War, dumping an estimated 252-336 million gallons of oil into the Persian Gulf. The spill was the result of the deliberate release of several pipeline and tanker valves by Iraqi forces in Kuwait. The resulting oil slick was determined to have reached the size of 101 by 42 miles wide, and 5 inches thick.
- The Niger Delta oil spills also top the charts with an estimated 7,000 spills affecting the region between 1970 and 2000, spilling nearly 13 million barrels of oil into the Delta.
What makes the Deepwater Horizon spill different?
The recent Deepwater Horizon spill occurred at a depth of 5,000 feet, far surpassing previous spills of its size. Damage at such dramatic depths is difficult for scientists to observe, and effects from the vast underwater plumes are still being uncovered. What is clear is that deep water marine life that would largely escape the effects of a surface spill are now facing the imminent risk of exposure to toxic compounds and a depleted oxygen supply.
What are the long-term effects of oil spills?
Massive spills are known to generate widespread and devastating environmental consequences that often persist decades after the oil has stopped flowing. It is expected that it will take many years for scientists to gather a full understanding of effects from the latest Gulf disaster, especially along the fragile coastal wetlands and marshes.
Many of those who depend on the Gulf waters for their livelihoods are also concerned about the unknown side effects that Corexit (chemical dispersant used by BP) and the submerged oil will have on the local fishing industry, a major contributor to the region’s economy.
The Exxon Valdez Spill
Twenty-one years after the Exxon Valdez spill occurred in Alaska’s Prince William Sound, oil is still being discovered along the coast, and according to the Exxon Valdez Oil Spill Trustee Council, the remaining oil (estimated at 21,000 gallons) is decreasing at a rate of only 0-4% per year. The Trustee Council has also found that after two decades, the lingering oil is nearly as toxic as it was immediately following the 1989 spill and that several wildlife populations are not recovering as quickly as expected.
What can I do to help?
- Reduce your energy consumption at home, on the road, and in your everyday life.
- Write to your representatives and demand a push for clean energy alternatives.
- Volunteer in the Gulf – Check out our volunteer resources page here.
- Give to the Gulf – Support the efforts of our member groups working around the clock to restore the land and wildlife affected by the oil spill.
What's next in the Gulf?
What's next? Much work to do in the Gulf.
Environmental disasters like this one impact us all, from directly-affected Gulf Coast residents to those of us who have watched the tragedy from afar and want to help. EarthShare member organizations are leading the charge on the ground to resurrect damaged areas by bringing hope and renewal, and laying the groundwork for a more sustainable future.
Amazingly, last week marked the 100-day anniversary of the beginning of the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. Although BP seems to have found a solution to halt the gushing flow of oil, updated reports indicate that the spill had already spewed at least 4.9 million barrels of crude into the Gulf’s waters. While some of this is dispersing, many millions of gallons remain. NOAA Administrator Jane Lubchenco warned that the remaining oil -- much of it below the surface -- is a threat to aquatic life and Gulf Coast marshes. There is a long road to recovery ahead.
In the wake of what has quickly become one of the worst environmental disasters in America's history, EarthShare’s member charities have been on the scene organizing cleanup in affected areas, rallying for political action, and contributing their unique expertise in assessing the damaged land, water, and wildlife.
Here’s an update on just some of the ongoing response efforts from EarthShare’s member organizations:
- Oceana is preparing to launch an eight-week scientific expedition aboard the Latitude this month to assess the environmental damage in the Gulf.
- Through Thursday, August 5, Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) supporters Jeremy and Hannelore Grantham will contribute $2 for every $1 donated to support EDF’s restoration work in the Gulf region.
- Food & Water Watch launched the “Spill the Truth” campaign, encouraging participants to rally for the shut down of BP’s Atlantis oil well due to elevated safety and engineering concerns.
- Ocean Conservancy is calling on Congress to fully implement a natural resource damage assessment process in the wake of BP’s Deepwater Horizon blowout.
- The National Wildlife Federation has been on the ground organizing a Gulf Coast Volunteer Surveillance Network to track the impacts of the spill.
- Defenders of Wildlife launched its Gulf Oil Spill Recovery website to advance effective efforts to save wildlife and keep track of response and recovery in the Gulf of Mexico. Users can map oil spill impacts, share recovery projects and observations, share photos, ask for help, and track the long term impacts of the spill.
- Florida Wildlife Federation has called for a constitutional amendment to help safeguard coastal areas and has also teamed up with The National Wildlife Federation to protect crucial sea turtle habitat against development being promoted by FEMA.
Environmental disasters like this one impact us all, from directly-affected Gulf Coast residents to those of us who have watched the tragedy from afar and want to help. EarthShare member organizations are leading the charge on the ground to resurrect damaged areas by bringing hope and renewal, and laying the groundwork for a more sustainable future.
Green Quiz Challenge!
Green Quiz Challenge - The impact of oil spills
Send your answer to info@earthshare.org by JULY 31 to be eligible to win, and don't forget to check back for the correct answer and more information about the impact of oil spills!
With the impact of the 1989 Exxon Valdez spill ever-present in Alaska's Prince William Sound, and effects still being felt in the Gulf of Mexico from the 1979 Ixtoc I spill, it is vital that we continue to support the restoration of these threatened ecosystems.
Thousands of oil spills have occurred throughout our drilling history, but how does the ongoing spill in the Gulf compare with some of the largest spills ever recorded?
Take our Green Quiz Challenge now! The first three correct responders will win some green giveaways from EarthShare:
How does the volume of the Gulf Oil Spill to-date compare with past oil spills?
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A. It is the largest in international history.
B. It is the largest in U.S. history.
C. It is not as large as the 1989 Exxon Valdez oil spill.
D. It is not as large as the 1979 Ixtoc I Oil Spill.
Send your answer to info@earthshare.org by JULY 31 to be eligible to win, and don't forget to check back for the correct answer and more information about the impact of oil spills!
ENVIRONMENTAL DISASTER IN THE GULF: how you can help.
Earth Saving News > Gulf Oil Spill Resources
2010 Gulf Oil Spill Crisis: how you can help.
It was a sad and tragic end to Earth Month: In what is the worst oil spill in U.S. history, the rupture of the Deepwater Horizon rig is affecting hundreds of species of fish, birds, and wildlife, and the livelihood of thousands of people who depend on a healthy coastal environment.
Many of you have been contacting us to find out what EarthShare and its member charities are doing in the aftermath of the Gulf oil spill so you can get involved. To help you out, we’ve compiled a handy list of reputable links and resources from our members offering different ways you can make this tragedy a little easier for the affected wildlife and coastal communities.
Despite the cap, this is just the beginning of what’s sure to be an extensive and ongoing response to the Gulf oil spill from our nation’s conservation organizations. After the cleanup, these nonprofits will need your continued support for the restoration efforts that must follow.
Volunteer for the Gulf oil spill cleanup. The first tier of responders to the Gulf oil spill will be those with the most training. This will include people with hazardous materials background and the associated safety gear. As the Gulf oil is hitting shorelines, there are additional volunteer needs ranging from answering phones to helping collect and analyze data.
National Wildlife Federation, National Audubon Society, and the Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana are building a list of volunteers to help with the response effort. You can connect with them here, too: GulfResponse.org
VERY IMPORTANT: The Florida Wildlife Federation has issued some cleanup tips to help ensure that well-meaning efforts don’t cause further harm to local wildlife. There have already been instances of uninformed volunteers disturbing nesting and other shorebirds. If you live in an area affected by the Gulf oil spill and you find injured or oil-coated wildlife, call 1-866-557-1401 to report sightings of affected wildlife.
Tampa Bay Watch is seeking community volunteers in the event of an opportunity to support the oil spill response in Tampa Bay and along West Central Florida.
Audubon of Florida offers a sign-up registry if you want to help rescue injured birds and clean oil off beaches.
The Galveston Bay Foundation is also developing a locally-based volunteer response team. Volunteers without specific oil spill response training will likely serve in a support role to trained responders and will not come in contact with any hazardous materials.
Make your voice heard in the aftermath of the Gulf oil spill. With the Gulf oil spill serving as a grim reminder about the inherent risks connected with this energy resource, many of EarthShare’s charities are offering easy ways for you to speak up for safer, cleaner energy:
Stay up-to-date on Gulf oil spill developments. Many of our member groups are blogging, tweeting and keeping all of us informed about the Gulf oil spill and offshore drilling issues:
Are you planning to get involved in the Gulf oil spill cleanup and recovery efforts? Let us know, and share pictures of your efforts -- we'll feature you as a Gulf Oil Spill Hero on our Facebook page to inspire others to take action!
2010 Gulf Oil Spill Crisis: how you can help.
It was a sad and tragic end to Earth Month: In what is the worst oil spill in U.S. history, the rupture of the Deepwater Horizon rig is affecting hundreds of species of fish, birds, and wildlife, and the livelihood of thousands of people who depend on a healthy coastal environment.
Many of you have been contacting us to find out what EarthShare and its member charities are doing in the aftermath of the Gulf oil spill so you can get involved. To help you out, we’ve compiled a handy list of reputable links and resources from our members offering different ways you can make this tragedy a little easier for the affected wildlife and coastal communities.
Despite the cap, this is just the beginning of what’s sure to be an extensive and ongoing response to the Gulf oil spill from our nation’s conservation organizations. After the cleanup, these nonprofits will need your continued support for the restoration efforts that must follow.
Volunteer for the Gulf oil spill cleanup. The first tier of responders to the Gulf oil spill will be those with the most training. This will include people with hazardous materials background and the associated safety gear. As the Gulf oil is hitting shorelines, there are additional volunteer needs ranging from answering phones to helping collect and analyze data.
National Wildlife Federation, National Audubon Society, and the Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana are building a list of volunteers to help with the response effort. You can connect with them here, too: GulfResponse.org
VERY IMPORTANT: The Florida Wildlife Federation has issued some cleanup tips to help ensure that well-meaning efforts don’t cause further harm to local wildlife. There have already been instances of uninformed volunteers disturbing nesting and other shorebirds. If you live in an area affected by the Gulf oil spill and you find injured or oil-coated wildlife, call 1-866-557-1401 to report sightings of affected wildlife.
Tampa Bay Watch is seeking community volunteers in the event of an opportunity to support the oil spill response in Tampa Bay and along West Central Florida.
Audubon of Florida offers a sign-up registry if you want to help rescue injured birds and clean oil off beaches.
The Galveston Bay Foundation is also developing a locally-based volunteer response team. Volunteers without specific oil spill response training will likely serve in a support role to trained responders and will not come in contact with any hazardous materials.
Make your voice heard in the aftermath of the Gulf oil spill. With the Gulf oil spill serving as a grim reminder about the inherent risks connected with this energy resource, many of EarthShare’s charities are offering easy ways for you to speak up for safer, cleaner energy:
- Oceana // Stop the Drill
- Surfrider Foundation // Not the Answer
- National Audubon Society // Support Full Funding for Coastal Louisiana Restoration
- National Wildlife Federation // Take Action for Climate & Clean Energy Legislation
- The Wilderness Society // No More Oil Disasters
- Defenders of Wildlife // Ban Dangerous Offshore Drilling
- Friends of the Earth // Stop the Drilling
- Union of Concerned Scientists // It's Time for America to Choose Cleaner Energy
Stay up-to-date on Gulf oil spill developments. Many of our member groups are blogging, tweeting and keeping all of us informed about the Gulf oil spill and offshore drilling issues:
- The Student Conservation Association has interns on the ground scrambling to conduct wildlife mortality surveys and establish baseline data.
- Get the on-the-ground perspective from locals with this online tool from the Surfrider Foundation, Ocean Conservancy and Sky Truth that lets Gulf-area residents document what's happening to their coast.
- Find out how Ocean Conservancy is working on response, recovery, restoration and reform in the wake of the Gulf oil spill.
- Keep track of Earthjustice's efforts to enforce stricter regulation by the Minerals Management Service. Why? According to an Earthjustice attorney, "..it is actually easier to get a permit for an offshore oil well than for a hot dog stand."
- Follow National Wildlife Federation's coverage on Twitter and help get those re-tweets out!
- Read Natural Resource Defense Council’s blog on the Disaster in the Gulf.
- Since it will be critical to recovery efforts to assess habitat conditions prior to the impact of the spill, National Audubon is planning to launch a Citizen Science initiative in Important Bird Areas throughout the Gulf coast. They’ll provide more information as the effort unfolds.
- Read about Environmental Defense Fund's five steps to limit the Gulf oil spill’s damage, and stay abreast of the latest on the crisis with video reports from their Gulf Coast team.
- Restore America's Estuaries is working to increase support for Gulf oil spill volunteers and future restoration work.
- Spend some time on The Nature Conservancy's The Gulf: Ways You Can Help resource section for the latest from Conservancy bloggers -- spread the word that one of North America’s most treasured places needs our help.
Are you planning to get involved in the Gulf oil spill cleanup and recovery efforts? Let us know, and share pictures of your efforts -- we'll feature you as a Gulf Oil Spill Hero on our Facebook page to inspire others to take action!
Daddy's Home visits the Gulf
Daddy's Home visits the Gulf
Tony Rubino, creator of the syndicated comic strip, "Daddy's Home" (which appears in more than 200 newspapers and websites, and has a circulation of more than 10 million) has created a week-long series highlighting the oil spill crisis in the Gulf.
All this week, the characters from the syndicated comic strip, “Daddy’s Home,” will spend their summer vacation volunteering in the Gulf of Mexico.
Tony Rubino, creator of the syndicated comic strip, "Daddy's Home" (which appears in more than 200 newspapers and websites, and has a circulation of more than 10 million) has created a week-long series highlighting the oil spill crisis in the Gulf.
All this week, the characters from the syndicated comic strip, “Daddy’s Home,” will spend their summer vacation volunteering in the Gulf of Mexico.
Electing to help with the oil spill clean-up instead of going on a “normal” vacation, the family finds itself cleaning oil covered birds. Artist Tony Rubino’s point is not whether we should or shouldn’t be cleaning the birds, as opinions differ on this (though not if you ask the birds.)
The real point is that we can all do SOMETHING and that “something” is up to the individual.
So, each day this week “Daddy’s Home” suggests a different organization’s website for guidance on how to help – EarthShare will be featured in the July 15 strip!
The choice is up to the individual, but the task is up to us all. We hope you’ll stop by www.gocomics.com/daddyshome and check it out! The Daddy’s Home gang can also be found in your local newspaper with a new cartoon every day, 365 days a year, rain or shine, oil or not.
Florida Wildflower Foundation
Florida Wildflower Foundation
The worldwide ambassador for inspiration on and information about Florida native wildflowers.
PO Box 941066
Maitland, FL 32794-1066
407-353-6164
www.floridawildflowerfoundation.org
Click here to sign-up for news from Florida Wildflower Foundation
Florida Wildflower Foundation related volunteer opportunities at Idealist.org
PLEASE NOTE : In addition to our national member charities, Florida employees may give to these FL-based charities through EarthShare in both Corporate and non-federal Public Sector Workplace Giving Campaigns.
The Wild Dolphin Project
The Wild Dolphin Project
A scientific research organization that studies and reports on a specific pod of free-ranging Atlantic spotted dolphins (Stenella frontalis).
P. O. Box 8436
Jupiter, FL 33468
561-575-5660
www.wilddolphinproject.org
Click here to sign-up for news from The Wild Dolphin Project
Wild Dolphin Project related volunteer opportunities at Idealist.org
PLEASE NOTE : In addition to our national member charities, Florida employees may give to these FL-based charities through EarthShare in both Corporate and non-federal Public Sector Workplace Giving Campaigns.
A SONG FOR THE GULF: Download Fragile Day
Fragile Day: A Song for the Gulf
More About Wilderland
EarthShare is honored to join The WILD Foundation and The Gulf Restoration Network as beneficiaries of the latest release by musical duo, Wilderland, called “Fragile Day.” Wilderland is generously donating 100% of proceeds resulting from downloads of the song to these three nonprofits to help in the wake of the Gulf Coast oil spill disaster. All proceeds to EarthShare will benefit its Gulf Coast Restoration Fund, which is restricted to supporting trusted charities involved in recovery efforts and projects that restore natural areas and habitat in the Gulf States.
Please visit www.FragileDay.com to learn more and download the song, and check out the powerful music video:
More About Wilderland
Heralding from the mountains of Ashland, Oregon, Wilderland features singer-songwriters Scott Blum and Kat Sanchez. A veteran from the music industry, Blum (multimedia producer for Peter Gabriel, Soundgarden and many others) balances the exquisite vocal styling’s of Sanchez who had been a member of a wide range of local bands most of her life.
After writing several original songs, the musicians began collaborating with renowned underground DJ and multi-instrumentalist Rara Avis (Desert Dwellers, Shaman's Dream) to realize their musical vision. It was during these studio sessions that the Gulf Oil Spill tragedy happened which deeply affected all involved in the project. Ironically, the song "Fragile Day" was being worked on at that very moment, and when explaining the song's lyrics to Avis, Blum realized that a powerful coincidence was afoot.
World Resources Institute
World Resources Institute
WRI is an environmental think tank that goes beyond research to find practical ways to protect the earth and improve people’s lives.
10 G Street NE
Suite 800,
Washington, DC 20002
202.729.7600
202.729.7610 (fax)
www.wri.org/
WRI is an environmental think tank that goes beyond research to find practical ways to protect the earth and improve people’s lives.
10 G Street NE
Suite 800,
Washington, DC 20002
202.729.7600
202.729.7610 (fax)
www.wri.org/
Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) Number: 96456
Click here to sign-up for news from World Resources Institute
River Network
River Network
We empower and unite people and communities to protect and restore rivers and other waters that sustain the health of our country.
520 SW 6th Avenue
Suite 1130
Portland, Oregon 97204
503.241.3506
www.rivernetwork.org/
We empower and unite people and communities to protect and restore rivers and other waters that sustain the health of our country.
520 SW 6th Avenue
Suite 1130
Portland, Oregon 97204
503.241.3506
www.rivernetwork.org/
Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) Number: 10407
Click here to sign-up for news from River Network
Food & Water Watch
Food & Water Watch
We work to ensure the food, water and fish we consume is safe, accessible and sustainable. We help people take charge of where their food comes from; keep clean, affordable, public tap water flowing freely to our homes; protect the environmental quality of oceans; and educate about the importance of keeping shared resources under public control.
We work to ensure the food, water and fish we consume is safe, accessible and sustainable. We help people take charge of where their food comes from; keep clean, affordable, public tap water flowing freely to our homes; protect the environmental quality of oceans; and educate about the importance of keeping shared resources under public control.
1616 P Street, NW
Suite 300
Washington, DC 20036
202.683.2500
Fax: 202.683.2501
www.foodandwaterwatch.org/
Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) Number: 17460
Click here to sign-up for news from Food & Water Watch
Scenic America
Scenic America
Change is inevitable. Ugliness is not.
Protects natural beauty, fights billboard blight, saves America's special places. Our education and advocacy preserve thousands of miles of roads and hundreds of communities.
Scenic America related volunteer opportunities at Idealist.org
Change is inevitable. Ugliness is not.
Protects natural beauty, fights billboard blight, saves America's special places. Our education and advocacy preserve thousands of miles of roads and hundreds of communities.
1250 I Street, NW., Suite #750 A
Washington, DC 20005
202-638-0550
Fax: (202) 638-3171
www.scenic.org
Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) Number: 11439
Click here to sign-up for news from Scenic America
Scenic America related volunteer opportunities at Idealist.org
ENVIRONMENTAL DISASTER IN THE GULF: how you can help.
Earth Saving News > Gulf Oil Spill Resources
2010 Gulf Oil Spill Crisis: how you can help.
It was a sad and tragic end to Earth Month: In what is the worst oil spill in U.S. history, the rupture of the Deepwater Horizon rig is affecting hundreds of species of fish, birds, and wildlife, and the livelihood of thousands of people who depend on a healthy coastal environment.
Many of you have been contacting us to find out what EarthShare and its member charities are doing in the aftermath of the Gulf oil spill so you can get involved. To help you out, we’ve compiled a handy list of reputable links and resources from our members offering different ways you can make this tragedy a little easier for the affected wildlife and coastal communities.
Despite the cap, this is just the beginning of what’s sure to be an extensive and ongoing response to the Gulf oil spill from our nation’s conservation organizations. After the cleanup, these nonprofits will need your continued support for the restoration efforts that must follow.
Volunteer for the Gulf oil spill cleanup. The first tier of responders to the Gulf oil spill will be those with the most training. This will include people with hazardous materials background and the associated safety gear. As the Gulf oil is hitting shorelines, there are additional volunteer needs ranging from answering phones to helping collect and analyze data.
National Wildlife Federation, National Audubon Society, and the Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana are building a list of volunteers to help with the response effort. You can connect with them here, too: GulfResponse.org
VERY IMPORTANT: The Florida Wildlife Federation has issued some cleanup tips to help ensure that well-meaning efforts don’t cause further harm to local wildlife. There have already been instances of uninformed volunteers disturbing nesting and other shorebirds. If you live in an area affected by the Gulf oil spill and you find injured or oil-coated wildlife, call 1-866-557-1401 to report sightings of affected wildlife.
Tampa Bay Watch is seeking community volunteers in the event of an opportunity to support the oil spill response in Tampa Bay and along West Central Florida.
Audubon of Florida offers a sign-up registry if you want to help rescue injured birds and clean oil off beaches.
The Galveston Bay Foundation is also developing a locally-based volunteer response team. Volunteers without specific oil spill response training will likely serve in a support role to trained responders and will not come in contact with any hazardous materials.
Make your voice heard in the aftermath of the Gulf oil spill. With the Gulf oil spill serving as a grim reminder about the inherent risks connected with this energy resource, many of EarthShare’s charities are offering easy ways for you to speak up for safer, cleaner energy:
Stay up-to-date on Gulf oil spill developments. Many of our member groups are blogging, tweeting and keeping all of us informed about the Gulf oil spill and offshore drilling issues:
Are you planning to get involved in the Gulf oil spill cleanup and recovery efforts? Let us know, and share pictures of your efforts -- we'll feature you as a Gulf Oil Spill Hero on our Facebook page to inspire others to take action!
2010 Gulf Oil Spill Crisis: how you can help.
It was a sad and tragic end to Earth Month: In what is the worst oil spill in U.S. history, the rupture of the Deepwater Horizon rig is affecting hundreds of species of fish, birds, and wildlife, and the livelihood of thousands of people who depend on a healthy coastal environment.
Many of you have been contacting us to find out what EarthShare and its member charities are doing in the aftermath of the Gulf oil spill so you can get involved. To help you out, we’ve compiled a handy list of reputable links and resources from our members offering different ways you can make this tragedy a little easier for the affected wildlife and coastal communities.
Despite the cap, this is just the beginning of what’s sure to be an extensive and ongoing response to the Gulf oil spill from our nation’s conservation organizations. After the cleanup, these nonprofits will need your continued support for the restoration efforts that must follow.
Volunteer for the Gulf oil spill cleanup. The first tier of responders to the Gulf oil spill will be those with the most training. This will include people with hazardous materials background and the associated safety gear. As the Gulf oil is hitting shorelines, there are additional volunteer needs ranging from answering phones to helping collect and analyze data.
National Wildlife Federation, National Audubon Society, and the Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana are building a list of volunteers to help with the response effort. You can connect with them here, too: GulfResponse.org
VERY IMPORTANT: The Florida Wildlife Federation has issued some cleanup tips to help ensure that well-meaning efforts don’t cause further harm to local wildlife. There have already been instances of uninformed volunteers disturbing nesting and other shorebirds. If you live in an area affected by the Gulf oil spill and you find injured or oil-coated wildlife, call 1-866-557-1401 to report sightings of affected wildlife.
Tampa Bay Watch is seeking community volunteers in the event of an opportunity to support the oil spill response in Tampa Bay and along West Central Florida.
Audubon of Florida offers a sign-up registry if you want to help rescue injured birds and clean oil off beaches.
The Galveston Bay Foundation is also developing a locally-based volunteer response team. Volunteers without specific oil spill response training will likely serve in a support role to trained responders and will not come in contact with any hazardous materials.
Make your voice heard in the aftermath of the Gulf oil spill. With the Gulf oil spill serving as a grim reminder about the inherent risks connected with this energy resource, many of EarthShare’s charities are offering easy ways for you to speak up for safer, cleaner energy:
- Oceana // Stop the Drill
- Surfrider Foundation // Not the Answer
- National Audubon Society // Support Full Funding for Coastal Louisiana Restoration
- National Wildlife Federation // Take Action for Climate & Clean Energy Legislation
- The Wilderness Society // No More Oil Disasters
- Defenders of Wildlife // Ban Dangerous Offshore Drilling
- Friends of the Earth // Stop the Drilling
- Union of Concerned Scientists // It's Time for America to Choose Cleaner Energy
Stay up-to-date on Gulf oil spill developments. Many of our member groups are blogging, tweeting and keeping all of us informed about the Gulf oil spill and offshore drilling issues:
- The Student Conservation Association has interns on the ground scrambling to conduct wildlife mortality surveys and establish baseline data.
- Get the on-the-ground perspective from locals with this online tool from the Surfrider Foundation, Ocean Conservancy and Sky Truth that lets Gulf-area residents document what's happening to their coast.
- Find out how Ocean Conservancy is working on response, recovery, restoration and reform in the wake of the Gulf oil spill.
- Keep track of Earthjustice's efforts to enforce stricter regulation by the Minerals Management Service. Why? According to an Earthjustice attorney, "..it is actually easier to get a permit for an offshore oil well than for a hot dog stand."
- Follow National Wildlife Federation's coverage on Twitter and help get those re-tweets out!
- Read Natural Resource Defense Council’s blog on the Disaster in the Gulf.
- Since it will be critical to recovery efforts to assess habitat conditions prior to the impact of the spill, National Audubon is planning to launch a Citizen Science initiative in Important Bird Areas throughout the Gulf coast. They’ll provide more information as the effort unfolds.
- Read about Environmental Defense Fund's five steps to limit the Gulf oil spill’s damage, and stay abreast of the latest on the crisis with video reports from their Gulf Coast team.
- Restore America's Estuaries is working to increase support for Gulf oil spill volunteers and future restoration work.
- Spend some time on The Nature Conservancy's The Gulf: Ways You Can Help resource section for the latest from Conservancy bloggers -- spread the word that one of North America’s most treasured places needs our help.
Are you planning to get involved in the Gulf oil spill cleanup and recovery efforts? Let us know, and share pictures of your efforts -- we'll feature you as a Gulf Oil Spill Hero on our Facebook page to inspire others to take action!
10 Green NGOs Workplaces Should Know About
10 Green NGOs Workplaces Should Know About
Greenbiz.com has named EarthShare one of 10 top green nonprofits working successfully and effectively with the business community!
Who are the NGOs - nonprofit organizations - that companies turn to most often -- and most effectively? To answer that question, Greenbiz spoke with companies with long experience working with nonprofits, scanned their coverage over the last 10 years, and compared notes. Several NGOs stood out for their efforts to show the business community how they could operate leaner, greener, more profitably and more transparently.
Nonprofit organizations have become a growing tool for companies as they strive to reduce their environmental footprints while garnering business value. NGOs have invested heavily in building expertise in a range of areas, and more and more people now view NGO-business partnerships as the rule, rather than the exception.
The type of NGO chosen by a company often depends on the sector, said Thomas Lyon, editor of the new book, "Good Cop/Bad Cop: Environmental NGOs and their Strategies Toward Business." "There's no one-size-fits-all for which NGOs to work with," Lyon told us.
Read the full article here, and then find out how EarthShare can benefit your workplace!
Greenbiz.com has named EarthShare one of 10 top green nonprofits working successfully and effectively with the business community!
Who are the NGOs - nonprofit organizations - that companies turn to most often -- and most effectively? To answer that question, Greenbiz spoke with companies with long experience working with nonprofits, scanned their coverage over the last 10 years, and compared notes. Several NGOs stood out for their efforts to show the business community how they could operate leaner, greener, more profitably and more transparently.
Nonprofit organizations have become a growing tool for companies as they strive to reduce their environmental footprints while garnering business value. NGOs have invested heavily in building expertise in a range of areas, and more and more people now view NGO-business partnerships as the rule, rather than the exception.
The type of NGO chosen by a company often depends on the sector, said Thomas Lyon, editor of the new book, "Good Cop/Bad Cop: Environmental NGOs and their Strategies Toward Business." "There's no one-size-fits-all for which NGOs to work with," Lyon told us.
Read the full article here, and then find out how EarthShare can benefit your workplace!
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