This Saturday, March 28, 2009, at 8:30pm people around the world will be turning off their lights for an hour to demonstrate concern about climate change. This event is sponsored by the World Wildlife Fund. For those of us here in Vegas, we'll get to see the Strip marquee lighting turned off. It's so cool that the hotel casinos have signed on to be a part of this!

So while this is an important environmental event, there's also a lot of opportunity for fun! I'm torn between going to the Springs Preserve or having friends over for a candlelit barbeque. The barbeque would be easy, but the Springs Preserve has a view of the Strip and also has a yummy cafe. They are hosting a viewing party that evening, which will be lit by LED candles.

You can get more information about Earth Hour at www.earthhour.org. Las Vegas is a flagship city and has its own Earth Hour page at www.earthhourlv.org. The Vegas page has links to a variety of events going on at this time around town. Definitely worth checking out! How easy to support the environment here, just turn out your lights!

Note: The focus of this event is not the energy saved during the hour. It's simply a demonstration of concern. Also, they are asking for non-essential lighting to be turned off, so streetlights and casino lighting will still be on.

When you think eco-friendly shoes and where to get them, I hope Vans and Zappos comes to mind. Nowadays everyone is trying to get their hands on anything "green" and some go as far as stepping up their game and producing green/eco-friendly product.

MY GREEN SHOE OF THE WEEK IS: Vans Rata Plus

A awesome after surf, or your ordinary comfort shoe, features all hemp and premium textile upper that are all eco-friendly.

Not to forget, the bamboo lined midsole, bio-degradable corn lace eyelets, and all over design made of water based inks.

Green Tip of the Day: SURFING

When you're looking for beach access before you catch the waves always keep your vehicle on marked pathways, and never drive across sand dunes.

You will be saving gasoline, coastal habitats and ensure the future of a good surf!

Surf's UP, Stay Green YO!

I'm sure you all have your friends that are Anti-Coffee, and Im sure they are always telling you that coffee is not good for you. You know those rumors you hear that it stunts your growth, etc, etc... Well, next time you get into a tiff about your cup of Joe, tell your friend to hit the road, Jack!

A study from the University of Madrid found that coffee does not lead to a early death, even drinking 6 cups a day!

The study found that patients experienced lower risk of heart disease, cancer, and other illnesses because of the antioxidants that coffee contains.

So now you know that drinking coffee can be a good thing, here is how to Green your Coffee:

Select Organic: Its a little more pricey but organic coffee beans eliminate your exposure to hazardous pesticides

Look for Shade Grown Beans: Coffee is a shade loving plant and provides homes to many important birds who are not threatened.

Look for Fair Trade Certification: When you buy coffee that is fair-trade certified, you are insuring that the farmers who grew the beans are paid fair price and giving them assistance to transition to organic growing.

And of course bring your own mug to work :) STAY GREEN YO!

Want to save up to 16,000 gallons of water a year but dont know how???

There is something sooooo simple and easy to do to help you save water at home that a cave man could do it? Ooh.. wait they didn't have toilets back then!!

Ok, so if you own a 1-liter plastic bottle, then you are GOOD TO GO!

Green Tip: Put a plastic water bottle in your toilet

By filling up your water bottle and placing it inside your toilet's water tank, you will use one liter less when you flush, and for a family of 4 that's 16,000 gallons a year!!!

According to the EPA, the average American home uses more water flushing the toilet than running the shower.

BE WATER SMART! AND STAY GREEN YO!

And we are looking for the FEW, THE PROUD, AND THE GREEN! to switch to Draft printing mode!

Did you know that before printing out something you can click on properties, then click the tab "color", and under color adjustments check the "TONER SAVE" box.

This is on most computers called "Draft Printing Mode".It will print out lighter than on the regular setting, but its readable and saves on cartridge ink.

And to save paper, simply print on both sides of the page when printing multiple pages.

Remember to think about the environment before printing and STAY GREEN YO!

I'm in the market for a new cell phone and cell phone provider, but when I'm ready to throw my current phone away (which is hanging on by a very small wire) I remember that cell phones are better recycled!

Green Tip of the Day : Phone New Home

Over 500 Million cellphones are in landfill site across the planet now, with this year estimating at 125 million!

So this season, if you want to reach out and touch the Earth, donate your phone to charity or recycle it with a phone recycling program.

If you visit http://www.eiae.org/ you can find any electronics recycling center in your area from cellphones to Televisions!

Happy Holidays, Stay Green Yo!