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Fantastic re-use of old elevated train tracks along the river. It has been reclaimed into an elevated and planted public park. Who has been here? I can't wait to visit. It is in Phase 3 of its development.

"Our strategy to build economically competitive, environmentally sustainable, opportunity-rich communities that serve as the backbone for our long-term growth and prosperity…We need strategies that encourage smart development linked to quality public transportation, that bring our communities together. That's why we'll improve our Partnership for Sustainable Communities by working with HUD, EPA, and the Department of Transportation in making sure that when it comes to development, housing, energy, and transportation policy go hand in hand." --President Barack Obama, January 21, 2010

This is a great website to access links to other publications on sustainable agriculture. The Database is packed with information and links, along with the webinars and videos. I also like the addition of current event postings, keeps you up to date to agro events.

How to Design a Solar -Powered Computing Device by Intel This article provides an introduction to solar powered devices that are on the horizon and how to design a solar powered computing device.

" ...innovative strategies to increase public awareness of the critical environmental and public health issues created by our current food, water and energy systems, and to promote a more sustainable future."

Article from the BBC News webpage discusses and identifies how renewable energy sources are helping Britain, and the United Kingdom. Covers new business in the field, job growth statistics, and public opinion.

We could all do this and share our findings ! - online carbon footprint calculator. Calculate CO2 emissions from Cars, Flights, Home and Public Transport.

If you are not familiar with the slow money movement you should check out their website. Listen to a webinar or attend a conference.

Alert on extension to tell the FDA what you think about GE salmon. Do your homework and tell them what you think.

Alert on extension to tell the FDA what you think about GE salmon. Do your homework and tell them what you think.

This a great guide if you want to learn about sustainable green building practices

This is a very interesting article from the USDA which describes ways in which farmers can help reduce GH gases. Things such as changing the feed for farm stock and capturing the methane produced from the manure and converting it into electricity..