Environmental & energy issues in Chicago

World Environment Day was June 5, and cities all over the world used it as an opportunity to call attention to the future of the planet.
Check out this YouTube video.
It’s a show that shamelessly showcases energy-saving technology, such as an indoor compacting system, a portable solar-powered iPod charger and housing insulation (what could be sexier […]

Watch the video my friend Kevin J. and I made on a couple of houses going up on the northwest side.
The difference between these homes and every other home being built in Chicago?
Check it out. Solar panels.
John Berton, a leading figure in solar panel technology, who recently started his own installation company, discusses solar energy. […]

Wanna bike around Chicago and see what’s green?
Kathy Schubert is organizing a Green Ride this Saturday, June 7 that will wind all over the city, visiting various green initiatives.
If you want in, be at the Waveland Clock Tower at 8:30 a.m.
Any questions, contact Kathy at (773) 248-5499 or e-mail her at kangarookathy@yahoo.com.
See you there.