Note to those who have already e-mailed me:  No, I’m not a pot user - really I don’t even like being around the smoke. However, I think it’s silly to pay taxes to fight a war against a plant which is less dangerous than alcohol, is a viable medical treatment for certain conditions, and could make us tons of money if we taxed it. Would the legalization of marijuana in the United States be good for the environment? Do I hear a resounding yes from the peanut gallery? Thought so.... [Read more]

Let’s pretend you’re a big clothing retail chain who’s a bit profit minded and unscrupulous because you’re a corporation and you answer to share holders.  Naturally, you wouldn’t want the poor to be seen in your clothes.  It sends the wrong message if your sportswear can be bought by anyone. You definitely don’t want your product ending up in the hands of those in poverty or, heaven forbid, people in the grip of a natural disaster, like say an earthquake in Haiti. Lord knows what would... [Read more]

Holidays, in general, mean family time. Millions will return home to be with people who, in some cases, they spend little time and have even less in common with - except a shared genetic code. It should come as no surprise then that the Holidays rank as one of the most stressful times of year. One particular familial quirk that might become apparent to you, loyal Celsias readers, is that your parents/grandparents/extended family might not care that much about the environment. On a recent excursion... [Read more]

It’s that familiar time of year again when we embrace consumerism in the name of celebration and keeping family and friends happy. Telling your nearest and dearest that you won’t buy presents because it helps perpetuate environmental destruction will not work. You will be labeled cheap, a title that is hard if impossible to shake. To maintain your good name and relax your conscious lets look at a few gifting options which are less destructive to the environment. Oh Christmas Tree If I have to... [Read more]

The Cove just released on DVD this week and after watching it I wondered if the slaughter in Taiji, Japan’s killing cove had resumed. I had heard that opening day of the massacre had been put on hold by a hoard of journalists who arrived on the shores of Taiji ready to record the whole bloody and inhumane spectacle. But three months into the annual dolphin slaughter season had the media pressure finally let up?  Would the fisherman of Taiji return to their brutal livelihood? The answer appears... [Read more]

I love vegans and respect them 100%. I really do. Not only do they take the brunt of the criticisms lobbed at us vegetarians, but they are also the ultimate humanitarians – not wanting to harm or take advantage of any creature. Vegans don’t partake in any animal products so honey, wool, dairy and eggs are off limits as well as meat, fish, fur and leather. Environmentally, it’s a pretty sound diet and health wise, well, I’ve never seen an over weight vegan. To demonstrate my vegan love I... [Read more]

Dear Panama City Beach, Florida- We have a problem. Our relationship has suffered because of your neglectful attitude and your refusal to better yourself.  I am threatening to end this affair here and now if you don’t clean yourself up, pay attention to what really matters, and have some self-respect. I have been a faithful lover and have repeatedly stood up for you when people called you “Redneck Riviera.” When the nationally syndicated TV show “Squidbillies” used you…Read More Share... [Read more]