Monday, October 26, 2009
"Yard Sharing is a lot like dating..."
...is the best quote that I've seen in a while from a permaculture article. The LA times covers the idea, locally , I love all of the different names sprouting up... S.P.I.N. yard sharing, what else have people heard it called?
Green Roof for NYC's Roosevelt Island Tram Station
Although originally from NY, like many natives I never took in all of the sites. I'll definitely have to check out the newRoosevelt Island Tram Station next time in Manhattan.
Sunday, October 18, 2009
work with the Navajo Nation to develop sustainable farming
For any permies, this call out is from a permaculture listserv.
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Do you have practical knowledge and experience in gardening and farming? Would you like to have an opportunity to share your knowledge with communities in need?
If you would like an opportunity to work with members of the Navajo nation, to help them build their local food system, please consider offering your services to DINE, Inc., which is seeking assistance in working with the Navajo nation in Arizona, northeast of Flagstaff.
DIN? Inc. welcomes guidance for sustainable Navajo agricultural development in many forms - distance learning resources,
teleconferencing, emailed information, literature, network connections, site visits or long-term partnerships.
For more information on the nonprofit Developing Innovations in Navajo Education, Inc., which is currently working to improve and regenerate sustainable Navajo farming, go to: Navajo Trust
DINE, Inc. is seeking people with expertise in at least one or more of
the following areas of expertise.
* experience in farming or serious gardening, especially in dry climates and/or high plateau
* experience with developing systems for increasing farm productivity and efficiency
* experience with organic, integrated pest management, low-input, or
permaculture
* experience with ranching, poultry, or other animal husbandry
* experience with technology, including use of video to develop training films for distance learning
* experience in business management and marketing as applied to farming
* experience working with entrepreneurs
In exchange for your services, DIN?, Inc. is able to offer room and board. In addition, a VISTA position is available, too.
If interested, please mail or email a letter explaining your interest, experience, and availability - accompanied by a resume - to:
Tina Peshlakai
DINE, Inc.
9975 Chestnut Road
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
Jamescita "Tina" Peshlakai
(928) 606-4998
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Do you have practical knowledge and experience in gardening and farming? Would you like to have an opportunity to share your knowledge with communities in need?
If you would like an opportunity to work with members of the Navajo nation, to help them build their local food system, please consider offering your services to DINE, Inc., which is seeking assistance in working with the Navajo nation in Arizona, northeast of Flagstaff.
DIN? Inc. welcomes guidance for sustainable Navajo agricultural development in many forms - distance learning resources,
teleconferencing, emailed information, literature, network connections, site visits or long-term partnerships.
For more information on the nonprofit Developing Innovations in Navajo Education, Inc., which is currently working to improve and regenerate sustainable Navajo farming, go to: Navajo Trust
DINE, Inc. is seeking people with expertise in at least one or more of
the following areas of expertise.
* experience in farming or serious gardening, especially in dry climates and/or high plateau
* experience with developing systems for increasing farm productivity and efficiency
* experience with organic, integrated pest management, low-input, or
permaculture
* experience with ranching, poultry, or other animal husbandry
* experience with technology, including use of video to develop training films for distance learning
* experience in business management and marketing as applied to farming
* experience working with entrepreneurs
In exchange for your services, DIN?, Inc. is able to offer room and board. In addition, a VISTA position is available, too.
If interested, please mail or email a letter explaining your interest, experience, and availability - accompanied by a resume - to:
Tina Peshlakai
DINE, Inc.
9975 Chestnut Road
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
Jamescita "Tina" Peshlakai
(928) 606-4998
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Official release of verticiel's moss tile
So, we sent out a press release a few weeks ago to various media outlets detailing the moss tile product. It's been received amazingly well and hopefully we'll have some good news to post soon. But, we neglected to put up the release on our own blog. Maybe we should do that some time soon? Yeah, that's a good idea...
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New moss roof is the lightest and most energy efficient green roof on the market
Toronto, Ontario - September 16, 2009 - verticiel Inc. today announces the arrival of a moss tile system designed to be the lightest and most energy efficient green roof and living wall system on the market. The moss tile system, made of completely recycled materials, has an insulation value of R-35 when mature and weighs less than 7 pounds per square foot when saturated with water.
The virtually maintenance-free system is sun and drought tolerant. During prolonged periods of drought the intensely green moss becomes dormant and springs to life once it is watered.
“For years clients have asked us for a system that has it all“ says President Kelven Goodridge. “We are delighted to now offer it; the moss tile system attaches to almost any surface and looks amazing. Personally, it is exciting to offer a new way to feel great about helping the environment, while saving money."
About verticiel Inc.: verticiel Inc. is a full-service Toronto based living architecture company specializing in green roofs, living walls, and permaculture gardens. Serving North America and beyond, verticiel’s mandate is to combine the best of sustainability, beauty, and practicality to produce affordable living systems for everyone to enjoy.
For more information on moss tiles, green roofs and living walls, visit www.verticiel.com or talk to one verticiel's certified Green Roof Professionals at 1-888-237-3007.
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New moss roof is the lightest and most energy efficient green roof on the market
Toronto, Ontario - September 16, 2009 - verticiel Inc. today announces the arrival of a moss tile system designed to be the lightest and most energy efficient green roof and living wall system on the market. The moss tile system, made of completely recycled materials, has an insulation value of R-35 when mature and weighs less than 7 pounds per square foot when saturated with water.
The virtually maintenance-free system is sun and drought tolerant. During prolonged periods of drought the intensely green moss becomes dormant and springs to life once it is watered.
“For years clients have asked us for a system that has it all“ says President Kelven Goodridge. “We are delighted to now offer it; the moss tile system attaches to almost any surface and looks amazing. Personally, it is exciting to offer a new way to feel great about helping the environment, while saving money."
About verticiel Inc.: verticiel Inc. is a full-service Toronto based living architecture company specializing in green roofs, living walls, and permaculture gardens. Serving North America and beyond, verticiel’s mandate is to combine the best of sustainability, beauty, and practicality to produce affordable living systems for everyone to enjoy.
For more information on moss tiles, green roofs and living walls, visit www.verticiel.com or talk to one verticiel's certified Green Roof Professionals at 1-888-237-3007.
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Cities Alive and Biomimcry
In honor of the CitiesAlive World Green Roof Infrastructure Network Congress, happening in Toronto October 19-21, I'd like to slide in this article detailing how architects are turning to nature, more and more, as inspiration for design, that's right folks..biomimicry...in action.
Sunday, October 4, 2009
Urban Farms Sprouting in NYC
I'm sure many people have heard about this farm, but just in case you haven't, take a look at the video of the
rooftop urban farmwhich is turning heads.
rooftop urban farmwhich is turning heads.
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