Blogs & Ecology

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The Big Cheese behind TreeHugger, Graham Hill, hit the Arctic as part of Cape Farewell's 2008 Disko Bay expedition to witness the direct environmental effects of climate change. Packed in snugly on a science research boat with over 40 artists, scientists and rock stars, Graham recounts his journey and the unforgettable moments that made it so meaningful.

Here is a good-looking carry-on bag that is environmental and stylish. It comes in two sizes and can swing over your shoulder for easy schlepping. It is made by Luisa Cevese, an Italian textile designer who has been creating beautiful bags out of recycled plastic since 1994.

Image credit: Stephen Fung – a typical high-speed train in Taiwan

UK Conservative’s Plan for Trains No Planes – Green or Not?

Solazyme produces the world's first algae-based jet fuel.

Sustainablog offers six fun DIY upcycling projects.

Will the Energy Ball bring wind energy to the masses?

Most Huggable is a regular roundup of some of Hugg's top green news stories. Why not submit your own green news?...

:: Look hot in a tee from holistically thinking clothing brand, Humanity Ink.

:: Serve up a seasonal bowl of vegan Zucchini Basil Soup.

:: Learn about the innovations being made to help green our air travel....

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A few ways to other ways to green your time-keeping: use your cell phone for a phone and a clock, don't wear a watch and just ask your friends for the time, make your own sun-dial. Or, if you just want a watch or enjoy accessories, Quicksilver, maker of surf products, now has a watch that is 86% recyclable. For the most part, taking your watch into be fixed is the most eco thing you can do with your watch, but if your watch gets run over and cannot be brought back from the dead, then its helpful to have a watch that can be deconstructed and recycled back into its individual parts.

Flying prop isn't so bad.