What's Bob Barker think of the Sea Shepherd shipwreck mess? Wanna get 15% better gas mileage? What's your thermostat set at right now? Today's Eco-Beat has the scoop on all the latest green news and tips.
 Japanese Whalers Collide with Sea Shepherds
They're at it again. The Japanese "researchers" and the pesky ocean activists are playing bumper boats on the high seas. In the latest round demolition derby, the SS put their speed boat up against a Japanese research vessel and lost big time. Check out the video. |
 Bob Barker Weighs in
In case you didn't know, Bob Barker recently donated $5M to the Sea Shepherds, some of which I assume was used to purchase and outfit the boat that we watched get destroyed on YouTube. Says Bob: "I absolutely continue to support them, more so than ever." |
 DIYer Boosts Mileage with a Boat Tail
Wanna improve your gas mileage by 15%? Round up some cardboard, aluminum scraps and duct tape and start building a tail for the back of you car. Hey, I didn't say it was going to be easy ... or pretty, but Darin Cosgrove now gets 64mpg in his Pontiac Firefly. |
 Winter Thermostat Tips
If you're looking to keep comfortable yet energy-friendly (and thus wallet-friendly) this winter, experts suggest you keep your thermostat at 68 degrees. Each additional degree bumps your energy use up by 6-8%. Layer up and save yourself some cash. |
 Nissan Will Recycle Hybrid Batteries
Since hybrid cars first hit the streets, critics have been asking: What will happen to all of those toxic batteries? Now, we know. Nissan has formed a company that will recycle hybrid car batteries and use them to store energy from solar panels. |
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