June 3, 2011
We’ve all seen the pictures of growing landfills and trash-filled oceans… But how do we go from a society that throws away 4.5 lbs a day to one that throws away nothing? That’s what we explore in our recycling + zero waste stories.
April 28, 2011
Calling all Non Profits!
New Center for Community Orginizing Being Planned
Hello Internet Friends,
April 28, 2011
April 12, 2011
$40,000 in Carbon Offset Challenge Grants now available
February 15, 2011
The City of Austin’s new Carbon Offset Challenge Grants are designed to highlight local projects doing their part to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. $40,000 will be divided among up to 16 projects, and up to $10,000 can be awarded to one project. Solicitation information is posted on the City of Austin Purchasing website.
February 21, 2011
Apply to serve on the Austin/Travis County Sustainable Food Policy Board
This position was filled on 2/22/2011. If you would like more information on the Sustainable Food Policy Board visit the write up on the City of Austin Website, http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/cityclerk/boards_commissions/boards/bid47.htm
February 3, 2011
Exploring the Opportunities of Humus Compost Workshop
The value of humus in urban agriculture. Humus is the most limiting ingredient in a sustainable soil. It holds 4x its weight in water and lasts 12x longer in the soil than simple
February 3, 2011
Job: City of Austin Climate Program Manager
The City of Austin, Texas
CLIMATE PROGRAM MANAGER
January 12, 2011
2010 Green News & Milestones – Highlights & low points
Please log in and submit corrections and additions to this list, which is in no particular order, news about Austin’s Green Scene in 2010.
December 29, 2010
Austin’s Green Winners of 2010
The winners of various awards programs and contests can teach us all something about leading hte way to a greener future. Check out what we’ve compiled so far and add other we missed.
December 28, 2010