Topic: global warming

Shameless plug for an event I am working on...but it will be fun!Hope to see you there.

We are all supposed to swap our power wasting regular light bulbs for compact fluorescent bulbs (CFLs) so that we can collectively make a large contribution to slowing global warming. In fact, countries around the world are passing laws that will force manufacturers to phase out normal light bulbs, so that in a few years...

A modest wish for a better world popped in my head Sunday during Portland's six miles and six hours without cars event (photo slideshow here). I was taking a break on a bench at Arbor Lodge Park, enjoying the people streaming past, many with kids in tow, headed for food or hula-hoop lessons. But I...