World Environment Day is coming up soon – June 5th. This year’s slogan is “Kick the Habit! Towards a Low Carbon Economy.”
The goal behind this year’s slogan:
“Recognizing that climate change is becoming the defining issue of our era, UNEP is asking countries, companies and communities to focus on greenhouse gas emissions and how to reduce them. The World Environment Day will highlight resources and initiatives that promote low carbon economies and life-styles, such as improved energy efficiency, alternative energy sources, forest conservation and eco-friendly consumption.”
World Environment Day started back in 1972, but not as many people seem to …read more

I hope all our families who celebrate Hanukkah had a wonderful first night.
There’s been a bit of controversy surrounding the greening of Hanukkah this year; with a couple groups of Israeli environmentalists encouraging people celebrating to light at least one less candle this Hanukkah to help the environment. Not celebrating Hanukkah myself I don’t feel completely comfortable giving my two cents but my overall feeling based what I know from friends who celebrate is that lighting one less candle is a break in tradition that may be unnecessary.
It’s true that candle do let off carbon dioxide but where’s the line …read more