With the BPOS causing as much as 200,000 gallons of oil to be released into the Gulf Of Mexico each day, what can be done to fix it? Ignoring the fact that remote-controlled shutoff systems should have been in place, there are three proposed solutions.
As of right now, nobody knows which (if any) will work. Click through to read more.
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What caused the BP Oil Spill (BPOS)? Right now, there is no official confirmation. But after speaking with several folks who work out on the rigs, there are two likely scenarios and one conspiracy theory. Click through to read more.
Biomass.
It’s a word we may be hearing more in Mississippi because it’s the only renewable energy source to score an “A” in an assessment by a private group mapping the state’s energy future.
Flip a switch in any home in the state and the juice may come from any number of sources — hydro or coal-, natural gas-, oil- or nuclear-fired generating plants — or a blend of two or more.
In the years to come, the grid of commercial suppliers may have more sources — and some of us will supply all or part of the energy we consume.
Advance Mississippi, an energy policy advocacy organization based in Jackson, Mississippi, recently released its “Mississippi Renewable Energy Report Card” in the form of an issue brief.
SATURDAY, APRIL 17TH 5pm – 7pm
As a part of the Pascagoula River Nature Festival, the Pascagoula River Audubon Center and Real Food Gulf Coast are joining forces to present a truly inspiring “buffet” of local and regional flora, fauna and seafood at the Pascagoula River Audubon Center. (5:00 – 7:00 p.m.) This meal includes a number of appetizers, main dishes, desserts and drinks, all made from native plants, animals and especially seafood. The event includes cooking demonstrations. The event takes place at the Pascagoula River Audubon Center, 7001 Frank Griffin Road, Moss Point, MS 39563.
The cost is $35 per head and includes all food and drinks.
Call 228.475.0825 to reserve a seat.
The excitement is growing as longtime partners Beau Rivage and Hard Rock Casinos are sponsoring their own Renew Our Rivers Cleanup of Deer Island on Earth Day, Thursday, April 22. With a little help from friends at Mississippi Power, Department of Marine Resources and Harrison County Beautification, casino employee volunteers along with other community members will be “Cleaning Our Little Corner of the Earth.”
Real Food Gulf Coast has announced a new Farmers’ Market: Long Beach! The Long Beach Real Food Market opens April 10 and will take place every Saturday morning from 9 am till noon, at 126 Jeff Davis Avenue (Bankhouse Coffee) in Downtown Long Beach.
Calling all volunteers! Join in keeping our community clean! Trash bags and gloves provided. Pick up supplies anytime during the week prior to the clean up…then we have FUN…join in the Green Celebration with a cookout, entertainment, free earth day activities for children, paint the can contest, environmental exhibits, regional recycled art work and other activities!
Date: 04/17/2010
Times: Clean up 8am – 12Noon; Festival 10am-2pm
Location: Biloxi Town Green, Highway 90, Biloxi
Phone: 228-435-6339
Come out and enjoy this unique educational event! This event publicizes activities related to the wise use, preservation or conservation of our valuable aquatic and marine resources! Lively, hands-on, participatory exhibits geared towards children will be on hand as well as free information! Come join us and Celebrate the Gulf! Sponsored by the Department of Marine Resources!
Date: 04/10/2010
Times: 10am – 3pm
Location: Pass Christian War Memorial Park, Beach Blvd, Pass Christian
Phone: 228-860-5634
Admission: Spectators Free!
The Earth Day edition of Green Drinks – Biloxi will fall on Thursday, April 22nd. From 6pm - 8pm. This month, it will be held at The Beau Rivage, inside Jia, their asian inspired restaurant.
Bring your friends. Invite your colleagues.
A full bar, with a unique drink menu and some finger food available.
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