2010 marks a year since “Ours To Keep” the 75th anniversary celebration of the East Bay Regional Parks District – one of the finest cures for Nature Deficit Disorder.
Established in 1934, the East Bay Regional Parks District became the first regional parks agency in the United States. It consists of 65 parks with [...]
Maya Lin needs no introduction. The subject of an award winning documentary, “Maya Lin: A Strong Clear Vision,” a member of The American Academy of Arts and Letters and the National Women’s Hall of Fame, she is one of the great artists of our time. Lin, a dedicated environmentalist, works at the intersection of [...]
The distinct voices of frogs have always been among the most familiar of nature’s sounds. Alas, it may no longer be the case due to disappearing and declining populations. Some varieties of harlequin frogs and tree frogs are a high priority on the endangered species list due to declines of over 80% [...]
Today the weather is absolutely horrific with a major rain storm and wind gusts of up to 77mph! Due to the storm the San Francisco Conservatory of Flowers closed for the day. Have you ever been there? What a beautiful place! Set in a white, wooden Victorian greenhouse, it is the oldest [...]
Golden Gate National Recreational Park needs no introduction. At 75,000 acres, this public land for eveyone. Today you get an incredible treat! Watch incredibly beautiful scenery as you discover more about the creation of Golden Gate National and how it has evolved over time.
What do you remember of the water cycle? One of the most comprehensive hydrology studies has been conducted by an interdisciplinary team at University of California at Berkeley. Researchers include: computer scientists, plant biologists, hydrologists, atmospheric scientists, earth scientists and electrical engineers. Professor of Integrative Biology, Todd Dawson states that 75%-80% of water is recycled [...]
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In a few weeks, PBS will show the latest production from noted documentary filmmaker Ken Burns. “The National Parks, America’s Best Idea.” as the subtitle goes presents the history of the National Parks. Here is an extended preview:
Plastic is a controversial topic – how many homes are free of this ubiquitous material? While many plastics are recyclable, some are not recommended for daily use. There are also those who decide to completely forgo plastic. Glass, ceramics and metals are the most common replacements. Find out more about the [...]
Recently, you had the chance to check out the post on “The Great Pacific Garbage Patch.” Now let’s talk about stuff and a few ideas about it. Influenced by planned obsolescence and scarcity, industry will have to come up with new ideas that take into account waste reduction and sustainability. Many industry [...]