http://theforestfoundation.org promoting sustainable livelihoods Mon, 09 Jun 2008 12:51:08 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Tuesday, November 20, 2007 |   By Carolyn Tyler SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 20, 2007 (KGO) (KGO) -- On the day the "no plastic bags" law goes into effect at large grocery stores in San Francisco, the city launches another effort to protect the environment. What is apparently the nation's first citywide ... http://theforestfoundation.org/uncategorized/2008/06/09/san-francisco-mandates-grease-into-fuel/ Mary Katherine and Marc participated in several events, including the Strategic Planning meeting of the Fair Trade Federation, and Aid to Artisans Seminar. Sales were slow for us and many of the new products from Madagascar did not go over as our price points were too high. The ... http://theforestfoundation.org/events/2008/02/13/foundation-and-forests-of-the-world-hit-the-ny-international-gift-show/ "The issue of sequestration is very complicated. Sequestration rates vary greatly according to the age, composition, and location of the forests and the type of soil." See the following website for data http://www.tufts.edu/tie/tci/sequestration.htm http://www.globalcarbonproject.org/carbonneutral/TropicalForestry.htm Mitigation as not as crucially important as reduction in emissions. All strategies are needed at this point. See: http://www.terrapass.com/blog/posts/science-corner-1 Though there ... http://theforestfoundation.org/new-projects/2008/01/19/carbon-sequestration-by-trees/ Marc, It's good to hear from you. It's impressive work you're doing. As far as starting a campaign to reduce exposure from bus emissions, I would recommend you apply for a grant and or do a web search and see what the other grantees have done. There have been a lot ... http://theforestfoundation.org/local-area/2008/01/14/reduce-exposure-from-bus-emissions/ Last night, was Durham’s public forum on the current drought. During the event some profound ideas surfaced that may be considered core to our global environmental dilemmas. The crowd was large, close to 400, and elite, both the panel, comprised some of our State’s brightest stars in the environmental ... http://theforestfoundation.org/events/2008/01/11/property-rights-and-water/ Though Forests of the World continued it’s presence in the gift and apparel markets, it’s sales remained slow and steady, highlighted by the new recycled juice box line and the Brushkins, both from the Philippines. We provided assistance to several producer groups around the world, offering ideas and review ... http://theforestfoundation.org/events/2007/12/26/big-finish-for-the-year-for-foundation-and-friends/ Hi Jaye, Great idea! We are offering green transportation and carbon mitigation options through our Greenway Transit business and have beautiful fair trade gifts and decoratives through Forests of the World. That is conceivably the largest impact a wedding will have is carbon/pollution emissions for travel for all the guests (including ... http://theforestfoundation.org/events/2007/09/08/event-greening-ideas/ Project 1. Assessment of tax credits, loans and grants for site redevelopment and alternative energy for Carolina Biodiesel and the Green Oil Campus. Assist in identifying grant sources and loan sources and help in writing and submitting grant and loan requests. Calculate employment and carbon mitigation as ... http://theforestfoundation.org/new-projects/2007/09/07/summary-of-internship-opportunities-fall-2007/ On Sept. 14th from 6-8pm, we will host a seminar on biodiesel engine technology at our Grand Opening, conducted by Rich Cregar, instructor at Wake Tech. This Seminar is will explore the history and technology associated with the Diesel engine and provide students with both hands on experience and ... http://theforestfoundation.org/events/2007/09/01/seminar-diesel-technology-for-renewables/ Friday September 14th (rain or shine) 5:30-10:30pm 1404 Angier Ave. Durham, NC * Free, local organic foods * Fair Trade Products * Live bands * Guest speakers * Pedicab rides * Raffles and more * A carbon neutral event * Donations accepted please RSVP to info@theforestfoundation.org by 9/10 Events: Bull City Biodiesel Cooperative & Carolina Biodiesel’s Green Oil Site New Pump Grand Opening And ... http://theforestfoundation.org/events/2007/09/01/grand-opening-party/