Value of Biking

Reason #1 I can't wait for spring: biking everywhere

In January a study was done by the University of Wisconic that quantifies the benefits of biking in Wisconsin. Here's their summary chart:

Of course it's not exact, but that's pretty amazing.  Bike on fellow bikers. Let's continue to make the value of bicycling in Pittsburgh go up!

Full article:  http://www.good.is/post/quantifying-the-value-of-biking/

Wind Belt

For my senior design project, we are developing an off the grid, mobile working space that will be set up in Larimer, Pittsburgh as part of a rehabilitation project that the Kingsley association is funding. One option that we have been looking at is wind generation. There are a number of options out there, but they are pretty expensive and can cause roof vibrations.
I stumbled across this link about a wind belt. They are just being tested now, so they're not on the market yet. But it looks pretty easy to make, so I think this will defiantly be one of my summer projects. Anyway check out the video. It's pretty amazing!

http://www.metacafe.com/watch/2444542/windbelt_generator_alternative/

First Blog

This is my very first blog focused on ideas that help the environment.
Our environment is currently facing huge obstacles that are detrimental to the future. We need to change our lifestyle drastically. Fortunately, you can still maintain or improve your quality of life while reducing your impact on the earth.

This blog will contain anything from fashion to new developments in science.

Hope you like it and get hooked on sustainability!