SCIENCE BUZZ – Join the global movement to live on only 2000 Watts of energy a day. The average American lives a 11,400 Watt life - six times the goal. Europeans are better but still over the limit - they live 5,400 Watt lives. Combined with alternative energy sources, the 2000-Watt Society could stop global warming without ruining the enjoyment of our lives. In the words of project director Roland Stulz: “it’s not starving, it’s not having less comfort or fun. It’s a creative approach to the future.”

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The Best Links:

1. An Overview of the 2000 Watt Society
2. 2000-Watt Society on Wikipedia
3. New Yorker On A Special Danish Island, the Future of Energy, and 2000-Watt Society (Long Article)
4. Slideshow: How To Understand Your Energy Use and Get Down To 2000-Watts
5. Graph: What Switzerland Will Need To Change To Get To 2000-Watts

FOOD BUZZ – Designers and crafters are producing creative alternatives to cardboard Java Jackets. The designs range from a wooden cuff that doubles as a bracelet to knitted and patchwork sleeves with pockets. I wonder how long until Louis Vuitton and Gucci get in on the action.

The Best Links:

1. CupKozy II - Heather Grey / Pink
2. Coffee Cuff Does Double-Duty As Jewelry
3. Buy the Coffee Cuff
4. Coffee Sleeves For Sale on Etsy
5. Coffee Sleeve with Pocket
6. Knitted Coffee Sleeves
7. Reusable Coffee Sleeves to Save the Earth

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