Did you know buying locally grown food reduces our impact on the environment? Farmer’s markets are a great way to support independent businesses, as well as reducing the carbon usually released by long distance transportation. I found this site (slowfoodportland.com) that serves as a good primer on the foodie aspect of the movement. Please share any other organic finds that are out there.
Environmental Certification (LEED®)
It’s not hard to tell who’s helping save the planet and who isn’t. According to the US Green Building Council, South Waterfront is doing one of the best jobs in the country. Portland’s newest neighborhood is home to the first LEED Platinum medical building, and has the most LEED residential towers of any neighborhood in the nation. LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification is the national standard for environmental building practices designated by the US Green Building Council.
Related links: Green Building Council, EPA Green Building
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Slow Food
August 14, 2007
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Sustainable Style
August 13, 2007
We all want to be green, but it doesn’t mean we can’t be stylish too. I’ve been putting together a list of good websites that feature guilt free home accessories, clothes, and other essentials. There’s a lot out there, so feel free to add any I’ve missed.
www.branchhome.com
www.nau.com
www.gaiam.com
www.fabulouslygreen.blogspot.com
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Jerry Differding, an Atwater resident, comes to Portland via North Dakota. Jerry is a research scientist in the Trauma Division at OHSU. He loves boating in the Pacific Northwest with his wife Rene and friends. His hobbies include enjoying fine Stumptown Coffee and Pacific Northwest wines. In addition to enjoying fine beverages, he loves spending time with his 11 year old Akita, Brina.
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