Blade...your ride

BLADE attaches to your tailpipe and reduces emissions of CO2 and toxic particulate material, and it improves fuel economy to save you hundreds of dollars per year on gas. It’s good for you because it saves you money on gas; and it's good for the environment, which is good for all of us.

Solar/Wind Portable Generator

When wisdom meets innovation!

The Solar Stik™ is a revolutionary power generator that can be used in a wide range of applications

IKE aftermath from Houston Rice Village area

The Southgate neighborhood in Houston did survive well Hurricane IKE, with tree debris and some power outages. The peak of the Hurricane was around 2am between Friday and Saturday.

The New Honda Insight

"The original Honda Insight pioneered hybrid technology in the US and remains a symbol of Honda's commitment to innovative technology and fuel efficiency," said Takeo Fukui, Honda CEO. "This new Insight will break new ground as an affordable hybrid within the reach of customers who want great fuel economy and great value." MORE

Organic Wine - Revealed

from Organic Consumers Association

There is a lot of interest and a lot of confusion about organic wine these days. The interest stems from the increasing presence of wines with organic claims on store shelves and from wine consumers who want organic alternatives to conventional wines. Most of the confusion has to do with the labeling of these organic wines. MORE

Organic wine contains 100% organically grown grapes, without added sulfites (a preservative in some wines that can cause allergic reactions). Look for the USDA Organic seal. Most organic wine is made in the United States and has a short shelf life.
Made with organic grapes means the wine's made from 100% organic grapes and may contain added sulfites (but fewer added sulfites than conventional wine). No USDA Organic seal here; due to added sulfites, they can last as long as their conventional counterparts.
Biodynamic means the wine was holistically produced with consideration for the local ecosystem, soil, and even phases of the moon (but isn't necessarily certified organic).
Vegan doesn't mean that it's organic or eco, but it does mean it's free of animal by-products used in filtering and clarifying such as casein (milk protein that makes the wine taste softer), egg whites (to brighten the wine), gelatin (used to downplay bitterness), and isinglass (a fish-based clarifier). Vegan wines are clarified with bentonite clay.