1-11-07 - STUFF ADDED; TV FOLLOW-UP; FORUM PLEA; AND CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS

Visit our links page today and you'll find the following: A new section devoted to environmental blogs and/or podcasts; a link to a page provided by Bridging the Gap that lists all the recycling centers in the metro area; and a link to Vivavi, makers or fine, eco-friendly furniture. In the Business Directory, we've added links to GreenAcres Market, who have a location in Kansas City as well as Wichita, and to the Blue Bird Bistro, a long-time favorite of organic and vegetarian-types in KC. New events added on the Calendar page, both at GreenAcres. And don't forget that between now and February 16th, if you sign up for our newsletter you will be registered to win a couple of great books that will help you in your quest to be green. Check out the Contests page for details.
Thanks to everyone who saw the spot yesterday on Kansas City Live for all your great feedback. If you enjoyed the segment, and would like to see more like it in the future, email live@nbcactionnews.com and let them know. It would be great to see Kansas Citians just like you taking an interest in helping spread information throughout the community regarding sustainable, environmentally-friendly lifestyles.
If you were among the unfortunate few who didn't get to see the segment on Kansas City Live yesterday, we're hoping to get the video loaded up on the site somewhere in the coming days so you can get your education on regarding energy-saving appliances. In the meantime, check out the article "Appliance Science" in the Articles section.
And speaking of the democratic spread of information, you know what is a great tool for that? The BGC-KC forums! Right now those boards are about as active as a comatose mime, and it'd be nice to see that change. Thanks to those new members who have signed up and posted; you're the heart of this new green community. The rest of you, there are things to say so go say them!
And speaking of which, if you have an idea for an article you think would fit in perfectly on this site, and you have a knack for the written word, let us know. This is a community site, first and foremost, so it's important that your particular voice be heard. Just send a proposal, excerpt, or even the whole article to admin@biggreencity.com. We'll have a look and it could end up on the site.
So start punching those QWERTY keys. Big Green City is your community, and the perfect place to share your thoughts!

1-10-07 - WERE YOU WATCHING? WE WERE ON THE TEEVEE!

If you saw our debut on Kansas City Live earlier today, you might be here trying to find out more about energy-saving appliances and helpful techniques (and, trust us, there is way more information). Head over to the the articles section, or click here, and read "Appliance Science," and you'll find what you're looking for.

1-09-07 - DO YOU LIKE FREE STUFF? HOW ABOUT FRUIT?

Our contest section is now open for business (an ironic term, see, since we're not selling things but giving them away). Sign up for our newsletter before February 16th and you could win not one but two (two!) books that are sure to help you live a green and eco-healthy life. Visit the new "Contests" page for further details.Also, if you haven't yet checked out Jay Canter's vegetarian blog, there's a first time for everything. His latest post will teach you about the best little exotic fruit you've probably never heard of, and how you can use it in a delicious dish.

1-08-07 - GM RETURNS TO THE SCENE OF THE CRIME; ENERGY EFFICIENT APPLIANCES; FORUM FORYOU

It seems that after the massive amount of flack thrown GM's way since the release of the documentary "Who Killed The Electric Car?" the automaking giant has finally responded. At the 2007 North American International Auto Show, GM unveiled their VOLT concept, which will run primarily from Li-Ion battery packs that are charged by a small internal combustion engine. Not exactly as clean as the EV-1, even though GM claims it makes up for that car's shortcomings. (What shortcomings?) According to a report from Reuters, The VOLT could be ready for production in two or three years, "if the technology is ready." All I can say is kudos to GM for stepping up to the plate--again--now don't screw this one up, too! Read the full article on Yahoo! News here.
Also: Think you know what it takes to run an efficient fridge? Save your money and your planet, and check out "Appliance Science" in the articles section to get information on buying and operating energy-efficient appliances.
Finally (and I do mean finally) Big Green City - Kansas City has it's very own forum. To find it, click on the forum link in the navigation bar, or click here if you're just that lazy.

1-05-07 - NEW YEAR, NEW LOOK, NEW BLOG

We're very proud to announce an addition to our blog section; On Food for Life, Lawrence resident Jay Canter will provide you with recipes and tips for eating a vegan/vegeterian diet. Be sure to visit. Also, thanks to Jeremy for giving the site a minor facelift and a brand new logo. Look for more changes (all for the better, we promise) in the coming weeks. In the meantime, check out Jay's blog by clicking here. Oh yeah, and Happy New Year.

12-27-06 - NEW LINKS ADDED

Added a link to the Kansas City Power & Light Home Energy Analyzer, an interactive tool to help show you how efficient (or inefficient) your home is; also, the Home Energy Saver, a more robust energy efficiency calculator. It is a non-regional website, but because it requires you to input your zip code to make it work, I listed it under Local/Regional links. Finally, fixed the link to the MO Department of Natural Resources.

12-25-06 - MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY HOLIDAYS

May all your days be merry and keen, and may all your Christmases be green.

12-15-06 - ETHANOL PUSHERS

A recent feature in The Pitch Weekly gives us the story of Garnett, KS, where a year ago an ethanol plant was built, with the hopes that it would revitalize the economy. Made from corn, ethanol fuel is touted by some, including our own government, to be the solution to our foreign oil dependence. According to this article, Ethanol is not the answer to anyone's problems. You can read the entire article, presented in two parts, here.

12-13-06 - KC COUNCIL SUPPORTS KATY TRAIL

The Kansas City Council, representing 445,000 citizens of Kansas City, adopted a resolution in support of the Complete Katy Trail by a unanimous vote of 13-0 on November 30. They join the Pleasant Hill, Raytown, and Lee's Summit city councils, as well as the Lee's Summit Parks Board, the Kansas City Parks and Recreation Commission, the Cass County Commission, Mid-America Regional Council, and the Missouri Bicycle Federation and Kansas City Bicycle Club, all of whom have passed their own resolutions in support of the Katy Trail's extension. The actual resolution is reprinted here.