January 19, 2011Issue 77   
 

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Greetings!  

 

Greetings!

 

Sustainable Thoughts in the Face of Tragedy

Needless to say, I feel compelled to dedicate this newsletter to all of the people whose lives were touched by the events of Saturday, January 8th. There were heroes too numerous to mention - those whose acts made the press and those whose contributions saved lived because they were simply doing their jobs. There were hundreds of those people and I honor them for sacrificing their lives that day and every day to make our world a safer place.

 

In addition to honoring every single person whose lives were touched on January 8th, I would like to ask you to continue to focus on the good, be the change you wish to see in the world. Bite your tongue or at least think twice about slamming "the other side." Blame has no place in this conversation. It serves no higher purpose. DO look people in the eye at the grocery store, the places you eat, where you shop. We really don't have any idea the kind of impact a friendly smile or a short friendly comment might make in someone's day. Together, we can and will thrive.

 

And when you can, thank an EMT, a police man or woman, a firefighter, a doctor, a nurse, a sheriff's deputy, a mental health professional and anyone else I haven't mentioned. They help to make our community a sustainable one every single day.

 

Welcome EDG - Our Newest Sponsor

(Environmental Development Group, Enjoy Dining Green, & EDG Everything)

 

Mrs. Green's World is proud to welcome Environmental Development Group (EDG) as the newest sponsor supporting the mission and vision of Mrs. Green. As a recognized industry leader, EDG has offered innovative, environmentally conscious, sustainable solutions for clients throughout the country for over a decade!

 

In Tucson, EDG has introduced their vehicle conversion facility which converts fleet diesel semi-tractors into RENEWABLE ENERGY EFFICIENT vehicles that greatly reduce emissions and leaves NO carbon footprint on the environment. In addition to EDG fuels, there's Enjoy Dining Green! This is a coalition of people and restaurant owners who are committed to recycling used cooking oil for biodiesel processing. Let's just say EDG is not a quick sound byte nor does what they do allow for a short explanation. But trust me - it's not complicated. What EDG does is everything they can to reduce our dependency on foreign fuel in every way possible. That explanation is good enough for me and I welcome them! 

 

   Rosie on the House
 

Did You Know?
Did you know that if I tried to articulate all of Wells Fargo's green practices I might put you to sleep? You have got to know they were voted the greenest bank in America and the 13th greenest company in the country in 2009. But did you know that they have an active, interesting blog called Wells Fargo Environmental Forum? And on that same site, they have another page that contains information about EIGHTEEN (18) environmental products that describes some of their Greener Financial Solutions? Including socially responsible investing options? And did you know that I write about them on a regular basis and pursued them as a sponsor because their staff has gone out of their way to provide superior customer service to my family and to me every single time I have needed them - including help with home mortgages and student loans for over 35 years? Now you know!
 
Website Contest
What is your Green New Year's Resolution? Mrs. Green wants to know. And I really do. Knowing that almost everyone I come in contact with has a very busy life, it's easy to forget taking care of Mother Earth. I hope this little note serves as a reminder for you to do just one thing today: share your commitment to a more sustainable way of life in 2011 and what that looks like for you. Submit your idea for a greener tomorrow today!

 Upcoming Shows 
 Imagine Greater Tucson
1/22/2011
Imagine Greater Tucson - Michael Guymon
 Can you imagine a greater Tucson? You will when you tune in this Saturday at noon to hear Michael Guymon talk about Imagine Greater Tucson and why people all over our city are finally excited about actually creating a shared vision AND clear action for the Tucson Region. This show sponsored by Bookmans Entertainment Exchange. 

Robin Wilson1/29/2011
Author and Eco-Designer, Robin Wilson
 CNN? ABC? Good Houskeeping? Mrs. Green's World? Happy and proud to welcome Robin as a return guest, I will interview her about all things green and beautiful including her exciting life as one of America's top eco-designers. Robin incorporates sustainability as a core value from the foundation to the furniture. Time will fly and we will have some fun!

Food Conspiracy Co-op2/5/2011 
How Green is Your Superbowl?
 Join Coley Ward and Mrs. Green live from the Food Conspiracy Co-op on 4th Avenue. Mrs. Green will discuss ways to green your Super Bowl including ideas for how to prepare healthy snacks, how to reduce or eliminate waste, which "green" companies to purchase from and what to recycle. Also get an update on what's happening at one of Tucson's healthiest places to shop for food!  This show is sponsored in part by New Belgium Brewing Company. (Find New Belgium Tucson events on Facebook.)

Miraval2/12/2011

Miraval Resorts  - Michael Tompkins
When I visited Miraval last summer, I found myself at a loss for words (a rarity) to explain the experience. It's not a "stay." Their tagline is "You won't find you anywhere else." Between Michael and me, I am hopeful that we can explain why men, women, young and old, should make the experience of Miraval one they will plan on for sustainability of the mind, body and spirit! And did I say it was really, really fun? This show sponsored by Chapman Tucson. 

 

Lost Landscapes and Failed Economies2/19/2011
Dr. Thomas Michael Power
 I will interview Dr. Thomas Michael Power, a research professor at the University of Montana and author of the book: Lost Landscapes and Failed Economies. What really is sustainable employment and what's not? Tune in and find out! This show sponsored by Bookmans Entertainment Exchange. 

TenFold Organics2/26/2011

TenFold Organics - Paul Weinstein
Paul was one of the very FIRST guests ever interviewed on my show. He taught me so much about organic cotton and fair trade, about why they should matter and about why good organic cotton is so pricey. Can't wait to catch up with Paul to see what's new and exciting at TenFold Organics. This show sponsored by Chapman Tucson.
 

 

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