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The story of a Green Cell Phone

Categories: cell phones, ewaste, Green Gadgets, recycling

Mar 1, 2010 07:36 pm 3 Comments

Sorry for my extended hiatus from Changents, but I’ve been very busy getting ready for a major change in my life. I’m heading over to London for a 5 month stint in about 2 weeks time. And while I’ve had a blast showing you the green side of New York, I’m very much looking forward to taking you on my green London adventure as... Continue reading The story of a Green Cell Phone

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#1 Cause of Litter in NYC

Categories: Environment, chewing gum, Garbage, litter, recycling

Dec 14, 2009 09:12 pm 3 Comments

"Mommy, what are all those black blobs everywhere on the streets?" Well, Timmy-- you're about to find out.    Did you know chewing gum was invented in New York City? Back in 1871 Thomas Adams invented what we today call chewing gum. Only back then, it was completely natural and 100% biodegradable as it was made from the... Continue reading #1 Cause of Litter in NYC

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Textile Recycling

Categories: Farmers Market, recycling, Textile Recycling

Dec 7, 2009 09:09 pm

While this is not a photographic related post, I think it's important to mention nonetheless. Many of my friends and peers come to me with recycling questions and general inquiries for advice to do with recycling. Usually their questions are about what they can recycle and how including various electronics, camera parts, types of papers, etc. I try... Continue reading Textile Recycling

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Our Oceans are in Trouble

Categories: climate change, Ocean, plastic, Sea, water

Nov 30, 2009 05:25 pm 1 Comment

Today on my  blog, Photography for a Greener Planet, I wrote about Chris Jordan's work "Midway". In it I discussed both his photography and the subject of his photographs, specifically the plastic garbage in the stomachs of baby Albatross chics. Read the post here. The Great Pacific Garbage patch is the culprit of all of these albatr... Continue reading Our Oceans are in Trouble

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Green Location Van for Photo Shoots

Categories: Fuel Efficiency, solar power, sustainability, transportation

Nov 20, 2009 12:41 pm 3 Comments

Recently, I was on a shoot where not only did I encounter recycling on location for the very first time ever (yes, sadly you read that correctly), but in fact, I was lucky enough to be on set with clean and green production van. These vans are used and necessary on  many shoots to transport crews, provide a place for changing, shade for lunch,... Continue reading Green Location Van for Photo Shoots

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