The protein transformation: hyperbole or reality?

The choice between animal or plant-based protein is not a zero-sum game, it’s about the most sustainable methods of production.

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Lloyd’s of London Report Forsees Disaster in Arctic Development and Drilling

Lloyd’s of London market and the Royal Institute of International Affairs have released a new report which  predicts huge risks for those looking to invest in the Arctic. The companies believe that if economic development ramps up in the region — with estimated investments reaching $100 million within the next decade — the lack of infrastructure and gaps of knowledge about the most northernmost part of the globe could outweigh the economic benefits of their projects. To that end, Lloyd’s chief executive officer advises companies interested in the region to “step back” and think about the long term consequences of their pipeline projects, which range from oil exploration to fisheries. Read the rest of Lloyd’s of London Report Forsees Disaster in Arctic Development and Drilling Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: Arctic , Arctic Council , arctic exploration , canada , environmental destruction , greenland , lloyds of london , offshore drilling , oil exploration

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Hannes Bend’s ‘Eclipse’ Installation Opens Eyes to the Artificial Reef Catastrophe

Read the rest of Hannes Bend’s ‘Eclipse’ Installation Opens Eyes to the Artificial Reef Catastrophe Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: aquadome , art installation , artificial reef , Charest-Weinberg Gallery , coral , diving , eclipse , ecological disaster , florida , Fort Lauderdale , green design , hannes bend , marine conservation , natural reef , ocean conservation , onajide shabaka , osborne reef , public art , Reclaimed Materials , reclaimed tires , Recycled Materials , Sustainability , tires

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Is This Diamond-Encrusted $400,000 T-Shirt the World’s Most Expensive?

What’s the most money you’ve ever spent on a t-shirt?  We’re guessing it’s no where near the £256,500 ($405,000) price-tag on this diamond-encrusted number.  Although there doesn’t seem to be a charitable reason for the exorbitant price, the  organic-cotton , “one-of-a-kind luxury product” was made using only renewable energy sources such as wind and solar.   Click ahead to learn more about the most expensive t-shirt in the world. READ MORE > Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: bizarre eco-fashion , consumerism , eco-fashion , Ethical Fashion , green fashion , materialism , organic cotton , Sustainable Fashion , sustainable style

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Are Pallets Unpalletable As A Building Material? (Survey)

Viridian Wood Products /Public Domain Next to shipping containers , pallets are just about the most popular recycled building material on TreeHugger. But seeing Viridian’s new recycled pallet floors on Jetson Green reminded me of a question that has been bouncing around the design sites recently: Are they safe?… Read the full story on TreeHugger

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Weekday Vegetarian: Aloo Gobi

Photo: Kelly Rossiter Cauliflower has such an affinity for Indian spicing , that I often turn to Indian recipes when I get one. It’s not one of my husband’s favourite vegetables, but he’s always willing to eat it if I make an Indian recipe . Aloo gobi is one of those traditional dishes that has many, many recipes. When we order it in our local Indian restaurant, … Read the full story on TreeHugger

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Marathon of Garden Talks Lasts Two Days

Photo: B. Alter The marathon of talks about every aspect of gardens lasted for two days. This TreeHugger lasted for one, but what a day it was. The Garden Marathon was organized by the Serpentine Gallery . Held in a geodesic dome with a christmas tree outside (?), inside was a series of speakers ranging from stories of shame totem poles (more common than one would think) to the architect of the fabulous Vertical Forest in Milan…. Read the full story on TreeHugger

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How can I reuse or recycle electric toothbrushes?

We’ve had an email from Georgina: Where can i recycle electric toothbrushes?

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