Ask the next Prez about peak oil

The final presidential debate on October 15 will focus on domestic and economic policy. Ask moderator Bob Schieffer to grill the candidates on energy policy. Submit your peak oil questions to Denise Li, Senior Producer of Face the Nation, at dlf@cbsnews.com. Here's a sample question: "In 2005, a DOE report warned of "extremely damaging" and "chaotic"... (read more)

Bailout gives tax break to bicycle commuters

The $700 billion bailout bill intended to stop the tailspin of the nation's financial sector did something else: It includes federal tax benefits for people who commute by bike. Starting in January, workers who use two-wheelers as their primary transportation mode to get to and from work will be eligible for a $20-a-month, tax-free reimbursement from their employers for bicycle-related expenses.... (read more)

SustainaBundy promotes Isis Recycling Program

You may have already seen some of the ads featuring SustainaBundy on TV or heard them on the radio, featuring SustainaBundy! Thanks to Bundaberg Waste Management, SustainaBundy is promoting the new Isis Recycling Program launched this month. In case you haven't seen the ads yet, you can watch them on SustainaBundy's YouTube page. TV Isis Recycling Ad 1 TV Isis Recycling Ad... (read more)

ACEEE “RATES THE STATES ” ON EMPLOYING ENERGY EFFICIENCY AS THE “FIRST FUEL ” TO POWER THEIR ECONOMIES

State Scorecard Highlights Model Policies to Win Race for Energy Independence Washington, D.C.—California tops the list of U.S. states employing energy efficiency as the "first fuel" to grow their economies while meeting electricity demand, combating global warming, and contributing to U.S. energy security, according to a new report released today by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE). The 2008... (read more)

Inflationary U.S. bailout may boost oil: Merrill

LONDON (Reuters) - The inflationary effects of the U.S. government's finance sector bailout could drive oil back above $150 a barrel in the long term, a Merrill Lynch commodities specialist said on Tuesday. "Near term, the oil price could drop due to the negative effects on the global economy of the ongoing credit contraction," Francisco Blanch, Merrill Lynch's global head, commodities... (read more)

Energy Department warns of higher heating costs

Although global oil prices have plummeted, the cost of heating your home this winter will be a lot more expensive, especially for households that depend on fuel oil, the Energy Department predicted Tuesday. Households that use fuel oil can expect to spend an average of $2,388 — or $449 more than last year — for the October-April heating season. Users of... (read more)

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Making sure global warming is an issue this election

Put global warming on the map this election! Do you want to make sure that global warming is an issue in this federal election? We do too!  Voters Taking Action on Climate Change has created an on-line map where you can plant a virtual lawn sign showing you want action on this important issue. You can see the map at http://www.vtacc.org/gmap.html or, you... (read more)

InMotion, City of Eugene Transportation Options Newsletter, October

Rain-gear, bike-lights, and umbrellas – Oh My!! Just because the weather is cooling off a bit, it doesn’t mean there aren’t plenty of opportunities to get out and about by bike or foot! Try taking a bike commuter class and riding in to work/school or joining in on one of the First Saturday Park Walks! Take a look and see... (read more)

Recently Published Eugene Ad: Bike vs. Car Cost$

The cost to ourselves of biking versus driving a car Bike Costs $399 Estimated annual maintenance $75 Less savings from not driving* -$1508 SAVINGS IN TOM’S POCKET $1034* Next year Tom will save even more. He will already have a commuter bike, he can drop his health club membership, and he won’t need heart surgery at 50 *10 miles round trip x 260 days x... (read more)

Is it time to kill the lawn? An American icon is losing ground to edible gardens

Is it time to kill the lawn? An American icon is losing ground to edible gardens Sunday, September 14, 2008 by STEVE WOODWARD The Oregonian Staff No crop captures the American soul more than lawns. Forget amber waves of grain. Envision, instead, emerald waves of turfgrass that stretch from sea to shining sea, a continental carpet that leapfrogs from home to home, park to park, campus... (read more)

Radio Interview on Peak Oil

On Setpember 16 as I drove to work I was treated to a KPOJ interview of Pat Murphy, founder of Community Solutions in Indiana whose website is communitysolution.org or http://www.communitysolution.org/plancbook.html for taking a look at his latest book, Plan C. Pat presents Plan A as business as usual and that won't work much longer for us. Plan B... (read more)

State Govt Peak Oil discussion paper

Hi all, The Queensland Government (Australia) has released a discussion paper via Andrew McNamara - who some of you know has been vocal on the issue of peak oil for many years and is quoted in the front of Richard Heinberg's Oil Depletion Protocol. This discussion document is open to public comment - submissions close Oct 17 - link below. McNamara is... (read more)

Peak moment TV needs help to cover the Sacramento ASPO conference on Sept 21.

Hello, I just moved to Sacramento and joined the Sacramento Post Carbon Action Network (SPAN) on relocalize.net. I have been making a request to all current and former SPAN members to inquire about a place to park near downtown Sac. Peak moment TV (http://peakmoment.tv) is coming to Sacramento to cover the ASPO conference on Sept 21st. Janaia and Robin have a... (read more)

Livestock owners may run afoul of city codes

[snip] Keeping chickens and other barnyard animals within city limits is not always easy -- or simply not allowed -- depending on where you live. Each city in the tri-county area has its own rules. But the difficulties don't seem to deter city folk who hanker to keep barnyard animals in their backyards. "Farm animals in the city are more popular now,... (read more)

SustainaBundy in Post Carbon Newsletter for September

SustainaBundy has sparked some international interest, with the US-based Post Carbon Institute's September Newsletter mentioning some of SustainaBundy's recent activities. Article 6 shows SustainaBundy's newly hand-painted banner, with a story about SustainaBundy's first Harvest Party and the recent Climate Torch Relay. Time for a pat on the back guys! Let's keep it up!... (read more)

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