April 2008

April 25, 2008

Green For All Earth Day at Tufts was especially well-celebrated this year thanks to ECO’s week of events leading to April 22nd, culminating with a UEP-sponsored talk by civil rights activist Van Jones. An extremely animated and inspirational speaker, Van best described his Green For All program with the simple and logical point, the idea is to “bring people who desperately need work to work that desperately needs to be done.” Providing green collar jobs for low-income families will allow a restructuring of a green economy while providing jobs for those who most need them. He inspired a hopeful audience as he urged everyone listening to work towards the most extreme social changes imaginable, that this is the time for change. Joining the Tufts students and faculty in the audience was the Green Team, an interactive educational program for high school students and teachers focusing on environmental leadership, advocacy, and community service. Thank you Van for coming to Tufts and showing us what is really is to pursue a vision.

Posted by Lucy at 4:45 PM
April 15, 2008
Party for the Greatest Planet
With Earth Day fast approaching, Tufts students begin to flock to the lawn to enjoy the beautiful spring weather. While that in itself is a great way to enjoy the earth, Tufts ECO has also organized a week long celebration leading up to Earth Day, April 22nd, including numerous activities that bring students closer to their planet. Learn about local and organic foods and how to prepare some delicious dishes, fix up your bike in preparation of exploring Boston, join Professor Ellmore and other plant enthusiasts on a nature walk, and more! Check out the EarthFest event schedule at ECO’s website: ase.tufts.edu/eco/. The week culminates with speaker Van Jones, civil rights activist and supporter of “green collar jobs,” from 6-7pm in Cohen on April 22nd. So this coming week, check out ECO’s EarthFest events and most importantly, go outside!

Posted by Dawn at 11:20 AM
April 2, 2008
Recycled Products Have Come a Looong Way Baby
This past weekend Hynes Convention Center was abuzz with dozens of green vendors peddling everything from organic vodka to reusable diapers in the down:2:earth convention.

Of the dozens of vendors, there were quite a few with unique approaches to recycling. One of the more interesting products was an originally crafted and biodegradable casket or Ecopod, made from recycled paper. FINALLY you can even lessen your eco-impact after death. Touting the headline, “grave concerns, natural solutions”, Mourning Dove Studios is a great example of the diversity of corporations offering “green” options for everyday living (here and beyond).

Aside from recycled coffins, one could find any variety of recycled homeware and gifts. Preserve by Recycline, makes all their goods, which include toothbrushes, razors, tableware, kitchen gadgets and toothpicks from 100% recycled plastics. Although the convention is over, Recycline products are available in many local grocery stores. If it’s fashion that interests you, you will love Ella Vickers- Recycled Sailcloth Collection. If art is your passion, Artists for Humanity had wonderful tables made from magazines on display. Click here to check them out. Greenward, located right in Porter Square showcased elegant, attractive and functional eco-modern goods.

Sadly, d2e is over and may not be back for another year. Luckily, you can still check out their website to see what you missed, how you can learn more and why you should attend next year. http://d2eboston.com/

Posted by Yosefa at 4:22 PM