Eco-Beat, 12/2

Should the Make It Right foundation should stick to a more traditional NOLA architectural aesthetic? When does a stereo become an acoustic weapon? Wanna plant a tree without breaking a sweat? Today's Eco-Beat has the scoop on all the latest green news and tips.

Brad Pitt, Photo: TOSHIFUMI KITAMURA, Getty Images

Brad Pitt Catching Flack for Eco Architecture
If you've caught a glimpse of Brad Pitt's eco-houses in the Lower 9th Ward, you've probably noticed that they're a little, how should I say this ... unique. Some of the ultra-modern designs are getting blasted by naysayers. Oh well, you can't please everybody.

Olivia Wilde, Photo: Frederick M. Brown, Getty Images

Chevy Chase and Olivia Wilde are Ready
A smattering of celebrities from Jason Mraz to Amy Smart have lent their famous mugs to the Environmental Media Association in order to let US leaders know that they're ready for a binding climate deal next week in Copenhagen. Watch the video.

Jolly Roger, Photo: Nick Humphries, Flickr

The Shepherds Get an Acoustic Weapon of Their Own
The Sea Shepherds have a new weapon in their quest to make life hell for the Japanese whalers: A new stereo. The SS bought a new 9,000 watt sound system in order to blast this catchy little tune (which features a Maori war chant) at the whalers. Turnabout is fair play.

Stupid Emoticons Save Energy
A study conducted in California showed that people who received a bill with a smiley or frowny face based on their energy use, along with some information, saved 40% more energy than those who received the information alone.

Rockefeller Christmas Tree, Photo: Stan Honda, Getty Images

Plant a Tree by Sending a Text
NBC has teamed up with the Arbor Day Foundation to make tonight's Rockefeller Christmas Tree lighting ceremony interactive. Simply text NBCU when prompted during tonight's broadcast (6:45 EST) and poof! You've planted a tree. It doesn't get any easier than that.

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Posted: 2009-12-02 15:00:00

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Author:Josh Loposer

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