“The use of paper, perhaps more than any other single product, reflects the throwaway mentality that evolved during the last century. There is an enormous possibility for reducing paper use simply by replacing facial tissues, paper napkins, disposable diapers, and paper shopping bags with reusable cloth alternatives.” –Lester R. Brown, Plan B 4.0: Mobilizing to Save Civilization.
Podcast of teleconference with Lester Brown: Ban the Bulb: Worldwide Shift from Incandesents to Compact Fluorescents Could Close 270 Coal-Fired Power Plants.