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The Green Living Guy, Seth Leitman is an independent power producer, a green living expert, and Editor of the McGraw-Hill, TAB Green Guru Guides. Seth is also an Author, Radio Host, Reporter, Writer and an Environmental Consultant on green living. The Green Living Guy writes about green living, green lighting, the green guru guides and more. Seth's books range from: # Build Your Own Electric Vehicle by Bob Brant and Seth Leitman (2nd and 3rd editions) # Build Your Own Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle by Seth Leitman # Build Your Own Electric Motorcycle by Carl Vogel # Green Lighting by Seth Leitman, Brian Clark Howard and Bill Brinsky # Solar Power For Your Home by David Findley # Renewable Energies For Your Home by Russel Gehrke # Do-it-Yourself Home Energy Audits by David Findley # Build Your Own Small Wind Power System by Brian Clark Howard and Kevin Shea # and more green living books to follow.

Go Green Expo Interview About The Home Depot Energy Efficiency Program with Cathryn Franklin

April 13, 2011 No Comments

The Green Living Guy talks with one of the PR people from the Home Depot about their Eco Options certification program. It’s so simple to go green, it’s as simple as going to the Home Depot.
From insulation to attic doors, caulk, tape, hydrolic cement for leaks in the basement. LED bulbs they got it. We’ll be doing a series of stories on things you can get at the Home Depot. One story would NOT give it justice.
The Home Depot offers an extensive selection of ENERGY STAR® qualified, solar, LED, and alternative energy products. These energy efficient products, such as ENERGY STAR qualified appliances, use significantly less energy than conventional products. You can save money on your utility bills and help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

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Recovery Act-Supported Project Estimated to Create Over 350 Jobs and Avoid over 430,000 Tons of Carbon Dioxide Annually

April 13, 2011 No Comments

U.S. Energy Secretary Steven Chu today announced the offer of a conditional commitment for a $1.187 billion loan guarantee to support the California Valley Solar Ranch project, sponsored by SunPower Corporation. The project, which is being built in San Luis Obispo County, CA, includes the construction of a 250 megawatt alternating current photovoltaic (PV) solar generating facility and associated infrastructure. California Valley Solar Ranch is expected to create 350 jobs during construction and 10-15 permanent jobs. The project is also expected to avoid over 430,000 tons of carbon dioxide annually and produce enough to power for nearly 60,000 homes.
“The efficiencies created by the California Valley Solar Ranch project will help lower the cost of solar power and encourage more utility-scale solar deployment,” said Secretary Chu. “The project will also create hundreds of jobs and will generate clean, renewable power to fulfill increased energy demand.”

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The generated image powerfully illustrates Honest Tea's "Bag to Tree" campaign, showcasing the company's commitment to sustainability and reforestation. This split-screen composition effectively connects the consumer's action to its environmental impact. On the left side, we see a person actively participating in the campaign. They're holding an Honest Tea bottle and dropping a used tea bag into a specially marked recycling bin. The bin prominently displays the Honest Tea logo and "Bag to Tree" campaign text, making the connection between the product and the initiative clear. The right side of the image portrays the campaign's outcome: a lush, green forest. In the foreground, young saplings are visible, representing the 50,000 trees Honest Tea pledges to plant. This vivid depiction of new growth emphasizes the tangible impact of the campaign on the environment. Bridging these two scenes in the center is a creative and symbolic element: an oversized Honest Tea bag that's partially unraveled. Tree seedlings sprout from this tea bag, visually connecting the act of recycling tea bags to the growth of new forests. This central image serves as a powerful metaphor for the campaign's core message - that small, everyday actions can lead to significant environmental benefits. The image uses earthy, natural colors throughout, reinforcing the eco-friendly theme of the campaign. This color palette not only makes the image visually appealing but also aligns perfectly with Honest Tea's brand identity and commitment to organic, sustainable products. The Honest Tea logo is subtly incorporated in the corner of the image, ensuring brand visibility without overshadowing the campaign's message. This placement strikes a balance between promoting the brand and focusing on the environmental initiative. Overall, this image effectively communicates the essence of Honest Tea's "Bag to Tree" campaign. It illustrates the circular nature of sustainability, from consumer action to environmental impact, and showcases how a simple act like recycling a tea bag can contribute to a larger goal of reforestation. The image serves as a powerful visual tool for raising awareness about the campaign and inspiring consumers to participate in Honest Tea's environmental efforts.

Sustainability in Action: The Honest Tea Bag to Tree Initiative

April 13, 2011 No Comments

Consumers can help plant trees this spring – in areas hit hard by wildfires and disasters – without ever getting their hands dirty.
Honest Tea® today announced its “Bag to Tree” reforest campaign (www.honesttea.com/bagtotree) as it joins with the National Forest Foundation in a public/private partnership to plant 50,000 trees in five regions stretching from coast-to-coast.
Kicking off today, Bag to Tree starts in participating stores, where consumers purchasing four or more bottles of Honest Tea can receive a free reusable shopping bag with a unique code. Redeemed online (www.honesttea.com/bagtotree), the code allows consumers to select from the following regions for planting their tree: the West and Rocky Mountains, which have been affected by wildfires; the Midwest, which requires prairie restoration; the Southeast, which requires reforestation; and the Northeast, which requires hydrology (water) renewal.

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Infographic titled “Track Your Acts of Green” showing a checklist with actions like reducing plastic waste, saving energy and water, using sustainable products, and volunteering in the community, alongside a counter and nature-themed illustrations.

Billion Acts of Green for a Better Planet

April 13, 2011 No Comments

This Earth Day marks the first anniversary of the BP oil spill. Tragic events in Japan have added new dimension to the nuclear energy debate. Congressional concern for climate policy has shifted. The
environmental movement is facing challenges for progress in a tough economic climate.
Last year, Earth Day Network launched the Billion Acts of Green® campaign from the National Mall in Washington, DC on the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day. Notables like Sting, John Legend, The Roots, Joss Stone, director James Cameron and an array of environmental “rock stars” came to DC, along with 1 billion people in 192 countries worldwide.

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Waste To Energy Doesn’t Just Go Carbon Free. It’s Carbon Negative!! Get it!

April 13, 2011 No Comments

Source: Waste Management
Today, many scientist believe emissions of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases are leading to unusually high warming of the atmosphere – global warming. The theory of global warming has gained international awareness and scrutiny, leading to a worldwide, concerted effort to reduce carbon dioxide emissions.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has stated that the nation’s waste-to-energy plants produce electricity with “less environmental impact than almost any other source of electricity.”

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