Which is more carbon friendly: An artificial Christmas tree or a freshly-chopped farm tree? Need some eco-gadget gift ideas? Shouldn't Copenhagen delegates be driving Honda P-NUTs, not private jets and gas-hogging limos? Today's Eco-Beat has the scoop on all the latest green news and tips.
 The Tree Debate: Real vs. Fake
Here it is, the classic Christmas tree debate broken down by the numbers. It's a must read for anyone who's ever come face-to-face the Christmas conundrum. The verdict may surprise you. The winner in my book: Potted trees that can be planted after the holidays. |
 Green Gadget Gifts
Is someone on your list pining for a new geeky toy? Techno gadgets are highly sought after and seldom eco-friendly. Check out Inhabitat's gadget guide to find the smart phones, e-readers, and other gizmos that will bring a smile to any eco-geek's face. |
 Private Jetting to Copenhagen
Are Hopenhagen delegates as dim-witted as the Big 3 auto execs who flew private jets to Washington to ask for a bailout? Limos are being driven in from Germany and Sweden to accommodate the COP15 bigwigs. Over 140 private jets are expected/five electric cars. |
 Would You Ride in a P-NUT?
Honda unveiled a tiny, 3-seater concept car at the LA Auto Show last week, and it's turning a lot of heads. It's called the P-NUT (Personal-Neo Urban Transport) and it's equipped for three powertrains: a gas-sipper, a gas-electric hybrid, or an electric motor. |
 Jet Setting vs. Stay Putting
So, you've decided to curb your air travel for the environment, but you're missing all the experiences and stories that you had during your globetrotter days. What then? Can staycation stories ever compete with your friends' tales of distant lands. Grist has some answers. |
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