http://www.tnsmonona.org A grass-roots group taking steps toward a more sustainable Monona, Wisconsin. Mon, 21 Jul 2008 19:00:48 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en On Thursday, July 17, former Vice President Al Gore issued a challenge to the American people: Today I challenge our nation to commit to producing 100 percent of our electricity from renewable energy and truly clean carbon-free sources within 10 years. This goal is achievable, affordable and transformative. It represents a challenge ... http://www.tnsmonona.org/al-gores-energy-challenge/ Imagine this scenario: every time we use a non-renewable or threatened resource, or contribute to climate change, a puff of red gas blasts out of our noses. The gas smells putrid. Wet and opaque, it blocks our vision until condensing into particles, staining everything a tenacious crimson. Whether the resource is ... http://www.tnsmonona.org/imagine-this-scenario/ The Natural Step Monona will be on-site at this year's Monona Community Festival, with an information booth open from 10:00 a.m. through 6:00 p.m. on Friday, the 4th of July. This year we’re all about transportation. The Natural Step Monona booth will host a contest to rename ''Monona Lift'' and ... http://www.tnsmonona.org/come-visit-us-on-july-4/ With the high cost of gasoline, “thought balloons” are floating over many a head. “Does the Monona Express pass near my house?” “How can I lessen the emissions from my commute?” “Doh! Why did I choose this gas-guzzling SUV over a compact hybrid?” I can’t answer that last one. But at ... http://www.tnsmonona.org/with-the-high-cost-of-gasoline-part-two/ [Our frequent column appears in the Herald-Independent.] With the high cost of gasoline diminishing our bank accounts, wouldn't it be great to reduce fuel use and save some money at the pump? There are lots of ways to do so. Some people have quit driving entirely, and some are cutting back ... http://www.tnsmonona.org/with-the-high-cost-of-gasoline-part-1/ [Our frequent column appears in the Herald-Independent.] By Heather Gates Saving has not always been a hip endeavor, and saving money certainly goes against mass media marketing efforts. Yet, with the current economic crisis, saving has a new seal of approval from formerly non-frugal fashionistas and famine-forecasting futurologists alike. Many money-saving actions—cutting energy ... http://www.tnsmonona.org/save-some-money-save-the-planet/ A study circle is the best way to learn more about sustainability and have a great time in the process! Due to repeated requests for a summer study circle on The Natural Step framework, we will offer at least one this summer. The Natural Step Monona circle starts the third week ... http://www.tnsmonona.org/summer-study-circles/ Green Tuesdays: Films & Lectures on Sustainability returns to the Monona Public Library this Spring and Summer, bringing enlightening and entertaining lectures, films, and conversations on sustainable living. Most events will be held from 6:30 - 8:00 pm in the Monona Public Library (1000 Nichols Road, Monona). The series is presented ... http://www.tnsmonona.org/green-tuesdays-return/ Looking out at Lake Monona's 28 billion gallons of water, canoing through the Monona Wetlands Conservancy, and watching the 100-plus inches of snow pile up since December -- Monona seems so water-rich it's easy to take our water supply for granted. You wouldn't think we need to worry about our ... http://www.tnsmonona.org/26/ Picture yourself on the bank of a pristine woodland stream, pebbles at your feet, breathing fresh, spring air and relishing nature's glory. The suns floods through an opening in the evergreens, warming you to your core. Man, it's good to be alive! From the corner of your eye you notice something ... http://www.tnsmonona.org/reducing-wasteupstream/