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Van Jones Resignation
On Sunday September 6, Van Jones resigned from his position as “Green Jobs Czar.” A sad day for all advocates of the Green Jobs movement. For those who are not familiar with Jones, he is an environmental advocate, author and civil rights activist and lawyer. To make a long story short Van Jones has dedicated his life to fighting for justice. Click on his name above to learn more about his life and career. I think he is Super interesting!
Like most activist he has been viewed as radical, leftist, and even a communist or Marxist, just absurd. What's wrong with being radical?! Does everyone have to follow the so-called norm? I don't think so! But unfortunately too many people in this country disagree with me.
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What's up everyone I'm BACK with Greener and Doper articles and advice! A somber day in the heart of every American, we all probably remember where we were on 9-11-2001 during the tragedy at the WTC and Pentagon. I was in Honors Physics class in high school when it all happened. My entire class was glued to the TV, I was stunned, upset, and in utter disbelief.
President Obama has called September 11, 2009 a Day of Service. It is a perfect time for all of you Green Advocates out there to get involved. Green for All has a DOPE program called Green the Block 9/11/2009. You can log on to their website and find events and activities in your hood. http://service.greentheblock.net/ Even if you are dedicating one hour of time it will make a HUGE difference.
Where were you Sept 11, 2001?? Let's all support and remember together it changed the way we will live forever. Tweet me @Chelsgoesgreen
Keep on the look out for new articles and topics!!
Be Green Stay Fresh
Chelsea
Environmental Specialist
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 We all know that on June 25th Michael Jackson aka “The King of Pop” passed away from cardiac arrest. I was devastated and didn't believe it at first. Like many 80's babies I was a HUGE MJ fan, actually he was my first crush... not ashamed to admit it! What more could a 5 year old want lol. So I'm here not to just proclaim my love for Mike but to let you all know he was more than an entertainer, he was a humanitarian, an environmentalist before it even became popular. MJ was seriously like Al Gore on steroids. Do any of yall remember the video to “Earth Song”? The single was never released in the U.S. but it became a chart topper in the U.K. The best way to explain the song and MJ's commitment to the earth are in his own words. This is what he said himself of the song:
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Chelsea-Says
Eco-tip of the Day
Explore and use online tools such as Microsoft Hohm and Google PowerMeter.
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Microsoft Hohm is a new online application that enables consumers like you or I to better understand our energy use. The tool also makes recommendations that may help you save money; these days you know we all need it!
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Google PowerMeter will be rolled out later this year, something I'm VERY excited about!. It is an application that shows consumers their electricity consumption in a Google gadget. Read more about it below and keep on the look-out.
Once we are able to see our electricity in a detailed way it is going to be easy to cut back. Scaling back 10% of our normal use will make a huge difference.
Stay Fresh, Stay Green
Chelsea
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Chelsea Says
Eco-Tip of the Week
Cut down on the consumption of plastic bags by carrying re-usable bags. Many of you may not realize but that those little plastic bags we all take 60 to 100 million gallons of barrels of oil to produce a year, kill over 100,000 sea creatures annually and take over 400 years to degrade naturally. An easy way to kick the plastic bag habit is to keep re-usable bags in your car; if you don't have a car they make them so small and compact these days that they can fit in your purse or pocket. They are sold everywhere from your local grocery store, your local mall and even your local Bodega. Stay Fresh Stay Green and kick that plastic bag habit! |
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 Hey everyone it's me again. After a few weeks of looking for a new/additional hustle with no luck :-/ I'm back with another entry. It's a COLD game! Since I am currently exploring avenues to find additional work in the “Green” industry I will give those who are interested a few pointers and insight as well.
Many of you may not know there is a Green Jobs movement currently in place. There is a lot of opportunity for job training and job placement out there. With the economy in a downward spiral this is a perfect opportunity for us, urban young people to gain some knowledge and training in the Green Industry. You may think working in the Green industry is just for highly educated suburban yuppies, but this is far from the truth. Believe it! This industry is for everyone urban, suburban, hyphy, lame... you name it!
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