People in eastern India are worshipping a distressed turtle, and they won’t let forestry officials anywhere near it. Apparently, the soft shell Gangetic Turtle has unusual markings on its carapace that resemble the large, prominent eyes of Lord Jagannath, Orissa's most popular Hindu deity. India's strict wildlife laws prohibit capturing creatures named on the endangered list of species and violators can be imprisoned for up to two years.
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A new report proves that green buildings pay off. An independent consulting firm working with the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) has determined that green construction is on track to support nearly 8 million new jobs by 2013 — a 400 percent leap over the previous five years. Between 2009 and 2013, green construction will pour an additional $554 billion into the U.S. economy. (This is despite an expected decline in new construction.) Further, greening up the building sector will save $6 billion in energy costs over the next four years.
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Greenpeace is all about explosions and car chases – right? Apparently so, according to the latest news out of Hollywood. Director Jon Turteltaub, who has brought us National Treasure, Cool Runnings, While You Were Sleeping, will helm and The West Wing’s Andy Sorkin may write the script. Ecorazzi reports that the story will be told through the eyes of Greenpeace’s charismatic founders, Bob Hunter and Rex Weyler. This is probably a better idea than following the people who stand outside bookstores trying to get your signature.
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Recycle the lawn mowers! Did you know that goats are a great alternative to clearing brush? The Seattle-based company Rent-a-Ruminant is leasing out goats to take care of overgrown area brush. Apparently, goats are becoming very popular with construction companies. Many companies use the goats to clear brush so surveys can be done. In addition, permits are not needed for the goats to clear which saves time and money. And don’t forget – they are walking fertilizer factories!
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And because deodorant seems to be the first product people try to get organic – Ecosalon recently released a list of the best organic and natural deodorants on the market. And guess what – some of them actually work! Avalon Organics leads the pack with a new spray that will put your days of stick use behind you. You will be safe from aluminum chloride and smell good. Who knew this was possible?
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Goat Photo Credit: Maessive/Flickr
Turtle Photo Credit: Clearly ambiguous/Flickr