So the plans for the Green Cart and Green Habitat have evolved and combined into SPARK (Students Promoting Action and Resource Knowledge).  Since there has been some opposition of the idea of transporting students with the Green Cart, the cart will be used primarily as a teaching tool to show students that solar energy is possible and affordable.  By teaching students the technologies for clean energy, this will promote action into other parts in the community, such as with Habitat for Humanity.  The overal theme of this group is trying to bring "power to the people."  The mission statement for SPARK is the following:

 

Ryan Rogers

  Students Promoting Action and Resource Knowledge

(S.P.A.R.K.)

   A great flame follows a little spark

                                    -Dante Alighieri Paradiso Canto I. 1. 34

 

S.P.A.R.K. endeavors to become a catalyst for greater awareness and implementation of energy choices that will benefit all members of the community while addressing the pressing needs of the planet. 

            Students will take the lead with the advise of faculty in developing demonstration projects which will serve to educate other students, High School and Middle School, through existing tutorial programs in the community.

            Students would support on-going efforts on campus and off and when possible try to bring practical solutions to the community.  The resources of private business, all levels of government, and nonprofits will be evaluated and whenever practical solicited in these efforts. 

            While non-partisan, the needs of the community at the grass roots level will determine our course and in its meaning both of “energy” and “knowledge” we aim to support the bringing of “power to the people” in all that we do.

So the plans for the Green Cart and Green Habitat have evolved and combined into SPARK (Students Promoting Action and Resource Knowledge).  Since there has been some opposition of the idea of transporting students with the Green Cart, the cart will be used primarily as a teaching tool to show students that solar energy is possible and affordable.  By teaching students the technologies for clean energy, this will promote action into other parts in the community, such as with Habitat for Humanity.  The overal theme of this group is trying to bring "power to the people."  The mission statement for SPARK is the following:

 

Ryan Rogers

  Students Promoting Action and Resource Knowledge

(S.P.A.R.K.)

   A great flame follows a little spark

                                    -Dante Alighieri Paradiso Canto I. 1. 34

 

S.P.A.R.K. endeavors to become a catalyst for greater awareness and implementation of energy choices that will benefit all members of the community while addressing the pressing needs of the planet. 

            Students will take the lead with the advise of faculty in developing demonstration projects which will serve to educate other students, High School and Middle School, through existing tutorial programs in the community.

            Students would support on-going efforts on campus and off and when possible try to bring practical solutions to the community.  The resources of private business, all levels of government, and nonprofits will be evaluated and whenever practical solicited in these efforts. 

            While non-partisan, the needs of the community at the grass roots level will determine our course and in its meaning both of “energy” and “knowledge” we aim to support the bringing of “power to the people” in all that we do.

Have you ever pondered a life of Zero Waste? A life where you send so little garbage to landfill that you hardly ever have to put out the trashcan? A life where even the amount of recycled packaging is reduced for good reason?

If you rely on your car for transport or can't afford to install renewable energy at home, and want to do something that is good for the planet, then maybe slimming your waste is the idea for you.

The Rubbish Diet idea is all about slimming your trashcan. In some cases, it is possible to get down to zero waste. By making small changes to everyday habits, your household can have a positive effect on landfill, helping to reduce the amount of annual garbage and consequent methane emmissions that contribute to global warming.

The Rubbish Diet encourages you to get the latest information about new recycling opportunities in your area, reduce the amount of packaging that can't be recycled or composted, change everyday shopping decisions, learn basic cooking techniques and inspire other people to follow suit.

There are a growing number of people across the world who are making changes to their garbage and feeling positive lifestyle benefits as a result.

If you are inspired to join in the fun, lots more information as well as interviews and guest articles can be found at www.therubbishdiet.co.uk.

NEW YORK -- When baseball's legendary greats came rolling up Sixth Avenue this month for the annual Hall of Fame parade, the familiar red carpet was distinctly green.

That's not talking about the hue.

The carpet, stretching for 20 blocks through Midtown, was made entirely of recycled fiber and manufactured using solar and wind power.

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