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Apartheid Plus Hope Equals a Green Economy

Posted Tue, 06/16/2009 - 22:17

We must remember that our sustainability requires every person's participation. If only 20% of the population can afford to be in a green economy, then 80% of the people will remain part of the problem.

But it goes deeper.

That's because our quality of life depends on environmental and cultural responsibility. Our problem is only a fraction of us can afford to live a sustainable lifestyle, especially if they consume any electricity or even eat healthy food (which is usually transported long distances or sold at a premium for its freshness).Read more of this post.

Rome in a day

Posted Tue, 05/19/2009 - 14:21

In a recent editorial by the Northwest Arkansas Times, Greg Harton criticized me for not focusing on what's most important. You can read his editorial, titled Rookie Years, and my response below. (Note: Greg's editorial represents his personal opinion, not the Times' editorial board. I mistakenly attributed the article to the board, instead of to Greg himself. I apologize.)Read more of this post.

The green economy vs. the knowledge economy

Posted Thu, 04/16/2009 - 19:43

A farmer plants seeds of knowledge that grow into life-sustaining crops.When we talk about creating a sustainable economy, the subject of growth often comes up. To say the least, questions and predictions concerning growth are usually oversimplified. It's clear that we will eventually end up with a steady state economy, but unlike other sustainability leaders, I don't think green jobs will make up the majority of the new economy.

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Ten Green Business Ventures for Northwest Arkansas

Posted Mon, 04/13/2009 - 12:24

Image "Just Full of Ideas" by cayusa
I've been reading Seth Godin, and he says the value of a good business is in the execution, not so much in the idea itself. He says leaders prefer results over credit, and they tend to give their best ideas to the public in hope of a decentralized effort.Read more of this post.

Green for All Fayettevillians

Posted Mon, 04/13/2009 - 09:27

One of my favorite people is Van Jones, a prominent spokesperson for eco-equity. Van founded Green For All, an national organization that links environmental solutions with poverty reduction. They're based in Oakland, California, and - lucky me - I've been chosen for a Fellowship. Green For All is coming to Fayetteville.Read more of this post.

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