Sustainable Society

Posted on August 25th, 2009 by admin in sustainability | 5 Comments »

This video is a basic discussion of how to achieve a sustainable society through transition to a steady state economy. For more detailed information, please visit http://www.steadystate.org .

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Sesame Street - Willie Wimple (Water Pollution)

Posted on August 7th, 2009 by admin in pollution water | 14 Comments »

“Land Pollution” is here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lNw_aqYy7FI

“Tree Destruction” is here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QWtY8xjbanQ

Animated ecology insert from 1972. Directed by Abe Levitow, who co-wrote the song with Dave Hansen.

Duration : 0:0:44

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Environmental sustainability at Monash University - part one

Posted on July 28th, 2009 by admin in environmental sustainability | No Comments »

Monash University demonstrates its concern for the environment through practical programs that encourage sustainability and environmental protection.

Duration : 0:5:51

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Lewis & Clark professor prepares teachers to teach sustainability issues

Posted on July 19th, 2009 by admin in sustainability issues | No Comments »

Greg Smith, professor of teacher education at Lewis & Clark, received a $19,380 grant from the Oregon Community Foundation to train teachers on environmental issues. The grant aims to increase the number of teachers implementing sustainability projects in schools, and increase student and educator awareness of local natural systems, ecologies, and social needs. During three courses offered in 2009, Smith will prepare 50-60 teachers to incorporate sustainability issues into their classrooms and help them implement school or community projects that will enhance local, natural, and social environments.

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