The Eco Geek

When thinking computers:

The first biodegradable computer now exists.

Also interesting and very green is the computer take back program.

Tid bit: If you run google with a black background you save 8% of the energy spent with a white colored screen! Wow. Switch it up today, right here It is so easy...

When thinking televisions:

Visit Kill Your Television. Listen to the Kill Your TV Theme Song!

If you are worried about the TV conversion process, you might need a converter box.

But seriously, just don't do it. Take this as your opportunity to let go of the TV, rent a DVD once in a while, go on an evening walk, and dust off that stack of books that you've been meaning to read.

Seriously, do we really need a tip sheet to give us ideas about what to do with ourselves instead of watching Nip Tuck? If so, here's some tips!

But if you're addicted, we have some help for you.

When thinking styrofoam:

There's a little controversy surrounding the proposed styrofoam ban in Monterey, CA. The American Chemistry Coalition is paying people off to fight the ban because they are deeply invested in the plastics industry. This is upsetting, but we can defeat it! Please write the City Manager and look at the Surfrider Foundation to remember the importance of this styrofoam ban.

Don't forget to get your letter started! I got mine all planned out:)

Address:

City Manager and the City Council and the Planning Commission:
c/o City Clerk
City of Monterey
City Hall
Monterey, CA
93940

Thank You,

Olana