Consumer Mentality
I was searching for a way to combine my background in environmental policy and sustainability with, what else but…. shopping!
The First Family of California Agrees: Adopt a Shelter Animal, Save a Life
On any given weekend in Los Angeles you will find volunteers from Animal Advocates Alliance (AAA) holding an adoption event.
Day 12– Copenhagen Blog: Expect the Unexpected
Today is my last day in Copenhagen, this is my last COP15 blog and today I went to take my last blog photo.
Day 11– Copenhagen Blog: Our Fearless Leader
I cannot tell a lie. When Terry Tamminen, the fearless leader of Seventh Generation Advisors, my boss, and a hero of mine both professionally and personally, told me he would not be able to attend COP15 I was devastated.
Day 10– Copenhagen Blog: Hanging Up My Badge
I had to hunt around my hotel room this morning to find my badge for COP15.
Last week, this badge was a highly coveted piece of paper attached to a UNFCCC lanyard.
Day 8– Copenhagen Blog: Keep Your Eyes on the Prize
Today was a pretty crazy day in the world of international climate negotiations that ended at a cocktail party at the Ambassador’s house where the real Arnold was spotted.
Day 6– Copenhagen Blog: It Wouldn’t Be Copenhagen Without the Skeptics
I was wondering where they were. I had been in Copenhagen for a week and there was no sign of them. And then, after an early morning walk down to the water, I turned the corner and there they were. The protesters. The skeptics.
Day 5– Copenhagen Blog: Back Your Beliefs With Your Wallet
It has been a challenge here in Copenhagen to find a meal that does not involve a sausage wrapped in bacon (seriously – that seems to be a popular culinary treat), something to do with rare roast beef, or a sauté of a hoofed or winged friend from the animal kingdom.
Day 4– Copenhagen Blog: My Day With Arnold
I spent today hanging out with Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Well, to be a bit more precise, I spent the day hanging out with a life size, cardboard cutout of the movie star turned Governor of California.
Day 3– Copenhagen Blog: The Hub
I know my way around Copenhagen after only a few days here – which I consider an accomplishment for someone who is directionally challenged.