September 24, 2009: Local Foods

By SPF, on September 25th, 2009%

We all know that buying local food is better for the environment, and better for building social capital. Or so we thought…why is it that economic geographer Pierre Desrochers believes that food miles and the 100 mile diet are a marketing fad? He believes they distort the environmental impacts of our food systems and . . . → Read More: September 24, 2009: Local Foods

 Critique of the 100 Mile Diet [15:35] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download
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August 20, 2009: It’s A Nice Day For A Green Wedding

By SPF, on August 20th, 2009%

This week’s show is all about the wedding bells and how to limit your environmental footprint if you are getting married.  In our first segment Matt Street spoke with Amalia Ward the VP of Operations with  Talen Events about how brides and grooms can reduce the impact of their wedding on the environment.   In . . . → Read More: August 20, 2009: It’s A Nice Day For A Green Wedding

 Amalia Ward: Planning Your Green Wedding [11:42] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download
 Green Routine - Sustainable Vacations [5:21] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download
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