Tag: Energy
What Is the Future of Nature?
Written by Wayne Klockner | May 3rd, 2013
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By 2050, the Earth’s population is expected to exceed 9 billion, and our climate is changing at a rate even faster than anticipated. How can we continue to meet the needs of nature and people?
Q&A with Revolution’s Elizabeth Mitchell and Billy Burke
Written by Eric Kripke | April 29th, 2013
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Why is protecting the planet important to you? We sit down with NBC Revolution’s Elizabeth Mitchell and Billy Burke, two actors who are no strangers to going green, about their appreciation for nature and how they’re leaving lighter footprints on our planet.
Dialogues on the Environment: Q&A with Gretchen Daily
Written by Mark Tercek | April 17th, 2013
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The idea of natural capital — that Earth’s lands, waters and biodiversity are vital assets — has spread like fire. CEO Mark Tercek interviews Gretchen Daily about how we can now channel this awareness and energy into real-world action.
The Green Buzz: Tuesday, April 16
Written by Madeline Breen | April 16th, 2013
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Green news! Get your green news here!
- Glow-in-the-dark pavement is both (a) super rad and (b) saves energy. (Mother Nature Network)
- Science as art: nanostructures form to create amazing visuals — words don’t do these pics justice! (Wired)
- New species of porcupine found in Brazil… and it’s already listed as endangered. (TreeHugger)
- Easy as 1, 2, 3, 4? Slow sea-level rise by curbing 4 pollutants. (Discovery News)
- New law protects leatherback turtle nesting site in Puerto Rico. (BBC)
Q&A with Revolution’s Zak Orth and Matt Pitts
Written by Eric Kripke | April 15th, 2013
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NBC Revolution’s Zak Orth and Matt Pitts know a thing or two about living in a world without television, music and electricity. What would you do if the power went out?
A Q&A With Daniella Alonso of Revolution
Written by Eric Kripke | April 8th, 2013
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When the power goes out, you live a little closer to nature — whether you want to or not. Read this Q&A with Revolution cast member Daniella Alonso, featuring her favorite tips, tricks and nature encounters.
Cool Green Morning: Thursday, December 20
Written by Madeline Breen | December 20th, 2012
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Sea monsters, crafty spiders and a new planet?! We have a lot of rad discoveries for you in today’s green news.
- Meet the creepy-crawlies that are rocking inside your Christmas tree. (TreeHugger)
- Won’t you be my neighbor? Habitable planet found 12 light years away. (The Space Reporter)
- Discovered: first freshwater “sea monster.” (National Geographic)
- Coal likely to rival oil as the world’s biggest source of energy in the next 5 years. (Guardian)
- In cool insect news: spiders confuse predators by building fake decoy spiders. (Wired)
An Energy Diet: Cut Back on Water, Pay More Attention to Fish
Written by Darci Palmquist | November 22nd, 2012
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Do you know how much water it takes to turn on your lights? Or how many fish are imperiled when you power up your computer? A new study takes stock of how our energy choices impact water and fish.
Illuminating the Water-Forests-Power Connection
Written by Jeff Opperman | November 19th, 2012
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Though NBC’s Revolution is a work of fiction, there are many — too many — people here in the real world that rely on firewood as a source of light and fuel.
Water and Power
Written by Jeff Opperman | November 5th, 2012
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We’re working with our friends on NBC’s new drama Revolution to incorporate green elements — or “winks” — in every upcoming episode.
