Eco-Beat, 12/10

Wanna give Alyssa Milano a birthday present? Aren't we all a little ridiculously attached to our pets? Wanna glimpse into the future of gingerbread architecture? Today's Eco-Beat has the scoop on all the latest green news and tips.

Alyssa Milano, Photo: Frazer Harrison, Getty Images

Alyssa Milano Gives Up Her Birthday for Water
Water is pretty awesome, but I don't know if I'd give up my birthday for it. The former "Who's the Boss" star is asking that all well-wishers donate to Charity: Water in order to provide clean water for 500 families rather than send her a fruitcake, Snuggie or a box of chocolates.

Eco-Gifts for Fido and Fluffy
Since about 60% of Americans are pet owners -- and an estimated 95% of them will buy their pets a special treat this season -- it seems only appropriate that Inhabitat has come up with a green gift guide for pets. How in the world did they get that cat to wear a Santa suit?

blacklight eye candy, Photo: ClintJCL, Flickr

Failed Nuclear Missiles Make Trippy Light Shows
Spectators in Norway were treated to one of the most spectacular light shows outside of a Pink Floyd concert yesterday. What appeared to be a rift in the fabric of space time turned out to be a failed Russian missile, designed to carry warheads up to 5,000 miles. Pretty!?

Baby Attack Roman Forum, Photo: Ed from Ohio, Flickr

Should We Fear Babies?
Many ecologists believe that population control is one of the most crucial steps in saving the planet. In fact, an op-ed in the Canada's Financial Post is calling for a planetary one-child policy, similar to China's. Do we really want a world filled with only-children? Scary.

The Earthship Lollipop, Photo: Eastside Design and Solus Decor

Gingerbread Architecture for the 21st Century
For some, gingerbread houses are all about nostalgia and tradition. For others, gingerbread architecture is a serious medium through which we can explore the possibilities of sustainable living. I doubt you've seen a gingerbread house like Earthship Lollipop.

Green in a Flash:

COP15's massive footprint is being offset via brick ovens in India.
Check out this awesome wind-up, wireless computer mouse!
A new type of bio-plastic actually absorbs more carbon than it creates.

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Posted: 2009-12-10 12:00:00

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Author:Josh Loposer

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