Nov 25 2008

25 ways to fail (and to grow)

Mira Bangel

One of our eMarketing clients came recently across this blog entry from conversationagent.com.

No, this is not a ‘green’ article.

Although this is focussing on Web2.0 practices, I believe it is worthwhile reading for those of you who are developing an environmental or social project.  So many people are scared of failing but why not using a Kaizen approach – why not see failure and the resulting learning curve as part of the actual growth?

When it comes to getting things done, there is a lot environmentalists can learn from the web2.0 & open source culture. 25 tips you should keep in mind for your next project.


Oct 30 2008

Audit yourself! How to (not) use electricity

Mira Bangel

Have a look at the electricity tips from Treehugger. You’ll be surprised about some of their recommendations.
Top Green Electricity Tips


Jul 8 2008

Easy gardening

Mira

Gardening can be very, very simple:

For more info, visit Aztext’s website


Feb 1 2008

The Urban Farmer

Mira

Visit the website of The Urban Farmer

Ron Berezan and The Urban Farmer are helping people in Edmonton develop sustainable veggie gardens in urban areas.

 


Feb 1 2008

Urban Homestead

Mira

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Treehugger.com is a website full of ideas on sustainable living. Have a look its a great resource.

Jan 31 2008

The Environment Site

Mira

Blog ImageThe Environment Site – Helping you to Help the Planet

Tips, blogs, a well visited forum and much more…. smiley


Jan 31 2008

TakeITGlobal

Mira

TakeITGlobal is a networking platform for people around the world that are actives in sustainable and social projects of any kind. A great place to network and find similar minded individuals!


Jan 31 2008

Get great ideas for free!

Mira

AMPOLO has been developed as an exchange platform for good ideas.


Jan 31 2008

The concept of Permaculture

Mira


Have you every heard about Permaculture design for self sustained communities?
Intro to the basic concepts: www.gburnett.unisonplus.net/Perma/

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Great in depth resources: www.permaculture.info/

www.permaculture.org.au/ active Forum with lots of info.. Not only for Australians :)

Here two sites on Permaculture in Wiki-Style:

www.appropedia.org, permaculture.wikia.com/wiki/Main_Page