Green Myths Busted

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Your low carbon lifestyle may be dirtier than you think. A new study by the Union of Concerned Scientists, Cooler Smarter: Practical Steps for Low-Carbon Living, debunks many cherished facets of sustainable consumption. Among their conclusions:

• Buying local food is not the most effective way to combat global warming
• It’s not always best to just keep reusing products like refrigerators and cars
• Just turning off the lights is not the best way to conserve energy
• Hybrid cars are not always the best choice
• Consumers do not have to sacrifice comfort in order to reduce their emissions

What’s a well intentioned consumer to do? Don’t give up! Buying smart and clean is a challenge however there is increasing information available and new products that are better than before however imperfect. Join us for a conversation about how to go beyond feel-good gestures and make purchasing decisions that line up with facts.

David Friedman, Deputy Director, Union of Concerned Scientists, Author, Cooler Smarter
Nadine Weill, Vice President, Ecofabulous (invited)

Date: Monday, May 21
Time: 5:30 p.m. check in, 6:00 p.m. program, 7:00 p.m. reception and book signing
Location: The Commonwealth Club, SF Club Office, 595 Market Street, San Francisco
Cost: $20 standard, FREE for members, $7 students (with valid ID)
TICKETS: http://www.climate-one.org/upcoming-events/green-myths-busted

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The speakers and audience will be videotaped for future broadcast on the Climate One TV show on KRCB TV 22 on Comcast and DirecTV.

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