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Eco-Beat, 1/19
Will Golden Globes nominees appreciate Paul McCartney's secret gift? Is Method's latest ad too toxic for TV? Are pellet stoves really all that? Today's Eco-Beat has the scoop on all the latest green news and tips.


Sir Paul McCartney, Credit: Steve Granitz, WireimagePaul McCartney is a Sneaky PETA Operative
While waiting backstage at the Golden Globes, presenter Paul McCartney reportedly slipped copies his PETA-produced DVD "Glass Walls" into the awards show gift bags. Thus, unwitting stars may be subjected to slaughterhouse footage. What a prankster.

Brad Pitt New Orleans, Credit: Ronald Martinez, Getty ImagesBrad Pitt and Matt Damon Have Happy Feet
The sequel to green-themed animated classic "Happy Feet" will showcase the voice acting talents of none other than Brad Pitt and Matt Damon. With that beard, I'd cast Brad as an evil villain. Reportedly, "Happy Feet 2" will also feature 3D tap dancing.

method cleaner, Credit: Hsn.comMethod Axes Catcalling Scrubbing Bubbles
Is there anything funny about scrubbing bubbles that sexually harass you in the shower? Apparently, some people take offense to that type of thing, causing Method pulled its hilarious/creepy TV ad which illustrates how toxic cleansers leave behind a nasty residue.

pellet stove, Credit: Baysmom3, FlickrHow Green are Wood Pellet Stoves?
Wanna heat your home the old-fashioned way? Make sure not to go too old-school. Some wood-burning stoves actually lower the temperature in you home by drawing cold air in. According to Treehugger, many pellet stoves are efficient and carbon neutral.

antique perfume bottle, Credit: Pixiesticks23, FlickrIs it Worth Recycling Heavy Glass Jars/Bottles?
Sure, recycling jars and beer bottles makes good sense, but what about those super-thick, unique perfume bottles and such? Won't it take a ton of energy to melt them down? According to Grist, recycling is always best -- glass is crushed into fragments and then melted.
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Posted: 2010-01-19 15:00:00

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