Brummet's Conscious Blog

Recommended Resources Its time for another set of resources that we feel are so wonderful that we just have to share with you.  Today, we'll focus on inspiring advancements in design and technology:  - In the past she was a passionate biology student; today Kim Sung works with thermo-biometals for architecture. These smart metals breath like skin and respond to the elements. Check out her presentation on this fascinating topic: https://www.ted.com/talks/doris_kim_sung_metal_that_breathes - Dr Bart Knols and his inventive team are developing numerous ways to learn about mosquitoes and find ways to end malaria. Learn more during his 10 minute discussion on their findings so far: https://www.ted.com/talks/bart_knols_cheese_dogs_and_pills_to_end_malaria - Paul MacCready, an aircraft designer and environmentalist, is passionate about alternative transportation, sustainable energy and responsible design. During his career he's de...

The Economic Benefits of Riding Your Bike Today's article was written and submitted by: Taiwo Aladeojebi of SportsDirect.com With cost of gas   soaring and everyone wanting to get in shape for either their summer holiday or health reason, we take a look at the health and money benefits of swapping your car for your bike. It’s Cheaper than a New Car Can you imagine how stressful it is to get a car loan? It can also be pricey at times and might pay off to think outside the box. Cycling can be a good alternative and don’t forget, bikes have been used as a form of transportation for over 200 years,   or maybe it’s just time to get fit and save some extra pennies . Rather than saving up for years or risk more debt, you can simply cut costs by just buying a regular road bike and save on travel costs. Less environmental impact Cycling   is one of   the eco-friendliest ways of commuting and one in ten adults cycle at least once a week.   T...

 -- Quote of the Day -- “ So you find a niche that appeals to them (the students). Maybe it isn’t the immediate curriculum, but now they are reading and learning and listening.  …I think the number one word is ‘motivation’, because no matter what level a person is at if they are motivated they will take it another level further.  …People have to believe in themselves and some of these kids don’t believe – they think they can’t do it.  …My philosophy is that if any child anywhere on the planet sits down to do a test with confidence they will score better than a child who doesn’t have that self-confidence.  …Number one should be self-image – I think that is really important ” ~ Gail Small Today's quote originated from the Joyful Volunteering interview that aired back on April 21st:  http://www.blogtalkradio.com/consciousdiscussions/2011/04/21/joyful-volunteering -- Conscious Transportation -- Today's business transportation has a huge impact...

-- Interesting Eco-Interview -- The Greenhouse Neutral Foundation (based in Australia) sent me a link for an interview they did with Joanne Luke - host of the Healthy Planet Healthy People Show. In this interview they talked about the seemingly unending consumption in a finite world of resources. Location: http://bit.ly/bgxVNc -- Bike Sharing -- *Source: www.japanfs.org Japan's first full-scale bicycle-sharing service, billed as a novel eco-friendly form of public transportation, is set to start on March 20, 2010, in downtown Toyama City – operated by Cyclocity , Inc . While bike-sharing services are becoming more common in major cities in Europe and the U.S., Toyama will be the first to introduce such a full-scale system in Japan. A total of 150 bicycles will be installed at 15 self-service stations in the central part of the city. Pre-registration is required to use the service, and registered users can pick up and return bicycles at any time at any rental station. -- Conscious...