One of the biggest problems you'll face in the world of green and organic products is the lack of a universal standard. The FDA offers a type of standard for all conventional products to be measured against. Unfortunately, the FDA has made countless poor decisions, to the point that their judgments cannot be deemed safe or reliable. Homeopathic cures are not FDA approved. Many companies claim the term "certified organic", but may be less than forthright … read on »

As mentioned in the last post, there are steps we can take in business AND our personal lives to make a difference in preserving tomorrow for our children. Here are seven steps you can immediately take to make a difference for our planet: 1. Take the Bus / Train / Carpool It's no small secret that far too many individuals drive gas guzzling cars to work each day. By transitioning to public transportation for your daily commute, you … read on »

In today's economy, most people can't afford to throw away their careers in favor of becoming shepherds or farmers. Not immediately, anyway. But there are steps that can be taken to promote conservation and the protection of our natural resources. These steps are very basic, but can make a real difference in the life of the individual and the community if followed with conviction. Step 1: Educate Yourself While the most popularly searched topics revolve around celebrity … read on »

Check out LifeAftertheOilCrash.net. They explain the global situation surrounding peak oil better than we could. Here's an excerpt: In practical and considerably oversimplified terms, this means that if 2005 was the year of global Peak Oil, worldwide oil production in the year 2030 will be the same as it was in 1980. However, the world’s population in 2030 will be both much larger (approximately twice) and much more industrialized (oil-dependent) than it was in 1980. Consequently, … read on »

While the title of our initial post may seem a tad dramatic, we've come to adopt a simple motto that we believe everyone could benefit from: Hope for the best. Prepare for the worst. With that in mind, we take a peek at peak oil and see that oil supply has peaked, and the world is now headed down the slippery slope toward the point of no return. What is peak oil? Put simply, peak oil refers … read on »