The use of biogas as a fuel in Sweden suggests that there is a replacement for fuel oil that is derived from wastes buried -- often deep in earth -- by ecological processes of decomposition and storage. Before learning that burning oil and coal would lead to severe planetary problems, we proceeded with ignorance of the consequences: witness damage to oceans, atmosphere, incidence of severe storms, imminent threat to slippage of Greenland's ice mass and similar problems with Antarctic ice masses.

Imagine a world in which most nations could be self-sufficient by distilling their own fuels. Imagine the benefits of eliminating fuel oil spills in the oceans. Imagine small producers making fuel affordable for transportation, heating homes, or production of electricity.

Passionate about merging sustainability with style? Ready to update your natural beauty regimen before summer? Just in time for the new season, the 2nd annual CONNECT BEAUTY fashion event will celebrate the glamorous, natural and eco-conscious trends of spring 2012. Presented by the Women's Healthy Environments Network (WHEN) and Fashion Takes Action (FTA), CONNECT BEAUTY will showcase the chic flair of sustainable, toxic-free beauty.

Join old and new friends for a fabulous evening, including:

Being vegan is a political decision. Whether it's an action against animal cruelty or a way to cut your carbon footprint, there are tons of benefits to going vegan. But it can seem like a daunting task. What do vegans even eat anyways? Do they get enough protein? This guide will quell questions and dispel myths for activists eager to change their lifestyle. It includes:

What it means to be vegan
Why bother
Myth vs fact
Going the distance

What's a vegan?

Graffiti is a meaningful form of artistic protest that can reach a populous audience who might not otherwise be aware of an issue. But when your issue is the environment, using chemical spray paints as a medium can defeat the message. For many activists, sustainable street art is the answer.

Moss art

To make moss art, get a blender set up and ready to go. Pour 700ml of lukewarm water into the blender, then Crumble three handfuls of moss (can be found between the cracks in pavement, on drainpipe covers, urban backyards, anywhere it's damp and shady) in the water.

This workshop outline created by the change agency covers how to get activists participating in self-care to avoid burn out by using the workshop as a microcosm. The workshop can range from 60 to 90 minutes with room for plenty of discussion. This questionnaire is a good way to begin to gauge the level of burnout people are experiencing.