The MOD Squad - Sailing Anarchy Forums SA got an invitation to check out the 'introduction' of the MOD-70 fleet to the world; three of them (Multi One Attitude, Foncia, and Veolia) are in the water in La Trinite Sur Mer, and I'll be getting aboard with Ryan Breymaier on the Veolia to check them out. It's a sort-of media/publicity/sponsor event, but given the typical weather in Brittany this time of year, I'll be shocked if I don't see 30 knots on the clock at least once. I'll also be doing the delivery back to Concarneau (60 NM or so). Given the fact that 6 of these beasts have been sold before a single race, this circuit certainly has some legs. Next year is the Transatlantic (Krys Ocean Race), and the following will see a round-the-world event that seems to be setting up as a sort-of multihull version of the Volvo. If you have questions about the fleet, the sailors, or the boats, post them here. Here's the (Engrish) release I got today: KRYS MATCH: sport, spectacle and live footage… The KRYS MATCH on the web:
The Recycling Reflex Fixes looks at solutions to social problems and why they work. What if there were something that could create 1.5 million new jobs, reduce carbon emissions equal to taking 50 million cars off the road, cut dependence on foreign oil, increase exports, save water, improve air quality and reduce toxic waste? What if it were low-cost and readily implemented? Wouldn’t everyone do it? At a time of wildfires, droughts and persistent unemployment, wouldn’t it be a centerpiece of the presidential campaign? A drive to make the act of recycling as automatic as stopping at a red light. Well, there is such a thing. The numbers in the first paragraph come from a report prepared by the Tellus Institute for the Natural Resources Defense Council and other groups entitled “More Jobs, Less Pollution” that estimates the impact of raising the country’s recycling rate to 75 percent. Moreover, recycling is great for a struggling economy because it is labor intensive. So why don’t people recycle more?
Voile : «Former un lobby constructif» Dimanche, Race For Water et Veolia, les deux premiers trimarans monotypes de 70 pieds, s’affronteront pour la première fois en duel lors de la Rolex Fastnet Cup. Au delà du plaisir de se retrouver en course en multicoque, Roland Jourdain, skipper de Veolia, veut structurer par le dialogue, entre l’organisateur et les armateurs-coureurs, le nouveau circuit lancé l’an prochain. Qu’attendez-vous de cette première confrontation lors de la Rolex Fastnet Cup ce week-end ?Roland Jourdain : Sans la pression d’un championnat, c’est une jolie course, un beau parcours pour se mesurer à l’autre. En préservant l’intégrité du bateau. En interne, cela va nous faire progresser sur la façon d’appréhender la suite. Avez-vous avancé sur ces sujets ? Avec d’autres grands marins français, vous êtes de cette nouvelle aventure. De nombreux navigateurs sont intéressés par le MOD 70. Mais cette concurrence n’est-elle pas déjà là ? Propos recueillis par Laurence Schreiner
40 Terrific Works of Art Made From Common Trash Jul 12 2010 We’ve all heard that “one man’s trash is another mans treasure”. That saying takes on new meaning when we view the world through the eyes of the artists featured in todays post. Artworks Made From Trash Ann P. This ram looks like anything but trash. These delicate birds and other sculptures by Ann can be bought at her store online. Belen Hermosa Got a few thousand CDs lying around? Lamponi Lamponi make some really cool lamps from trash. An old ice scoop makes a good lampshade. This old school hair dryer lamp and others are actually available to purchase. Alex Andromeda This three-legged beast is made from electronic garbage. Computer circuit boards make up this work of art that almost looks like a burning man effigy. It’s hard to believe that this intricate motorcycle was made from random bits of trash. Austinevan This huge dragon was created using aluminium cans. Law Kevin What a stunning sculpture. Another great creation made from common plastic trash. I just love this one.
Sports : Multicoques, le circuit MOD 70 monte en puissance VOILE - Un trimaran sur l'eau, une transatlantique en 2012, un partenaire titre : la nouvelle classe s'affirme. Quand une idée sort de la communication sur papier glacé pour s'ancrer dans du tangible, la réalité prend forme. Il en est ainsi du projet MOD 70, ces multicoques monotypes océaniques et polyvalents de 70 pieds (21,40 m). En mars, le premier trimaran de cette nouvelle classe, Race for Water du Suisse Stève Ravussin, était mis à l'eau et baptisé à Lorient. Jeudi, le circuit s'est dessiné avec l'annonce officielle de la première épreuve, une transatlantique qui partira le 7 juillet 2012 du New York Yacht Club pour arriver à Brest. Cette Krys Ocean Race porte le nom du partenaire titre, le leader français de l'optique qui s'est engagé pour les éditions 2012 et 2014. «L'histoire est en marche», est-il proclamé sur les panneaux présentant la nouvelle course. Ils sont quelques pionniers à avoir osé l'aventure dans le sillage de leur skippeur. «Fiable, simple, rustique» » A la MOD 70!
Plastic Pollution in our Oceans Environmental Issues > Oceans Main Page > All Oceans Documents The Basics We're treating the oceans like a trash bin: around 80 percent of marine litter originates on land, and most of that is plastic. Plastic that pollutes our oceans and waterways has severe impacts on our environment and our economy. Seabirds, whales, sea turtles and other marine life are eating marine plastic pollution and dying from choking, intestinal blockage and starvation. Scientists are investigating the long-term impacts of toxic pollutants absorbed, transported, and consumed by fish and other marine life, including the potential effects on human health. Read more » What it Means to You Plastic pollution affects every waterway, sea and ocean in the world. Solutions The most effective way to stop plastic pollution in our oceans is to make sure it never reaches the water in the first place. NRDC is working on three key strategies to curb plastic water pollution in the U.S. and beyond: 1. 2. 3. What You Can Do 1. 2. 3.
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Artists & Products Accueil - Multi One Design Why Recycle? Roland Jourdain sera accoudé au bar » Le Café de la Marine du Télégramme 24 janvier 2012 0 Le Café de la Marine du Télégramme reçoit, jeudi 26 janvier, l’un des marins les plus populaires auprès du public français : Roland Jourdain, dit Bilou. A 47 ans, le skipper de Veolia, héros du Vendée Globe et double vainqueur de la Route du Rhum, prépare activement la saison de MOD 70, le circuit multicoque monotype dont il sera l’un des animateurs. Avec lui, Jimmy Pahun, entouré de Gilbert Dréan (Le Télégramme) et Pierre-Yves Lautrou (L’Express), examineront l’actu de la voile, avec, en particulier, l’annonce du Tour de L’Europe en MOD 70, mais aussi le départ de la troisième étape de la Volvo, les dernières annonces du Vendée Globe et des Extreme Sailing Series, et bien d’autres sujets encore. Rendez-vous, comme toujours, jeudi 26 janvier, à 19h00, au restaurant Quai Ouest de la Cité de la Voile Eric Tabarly, enregistrement en public et discussion off avec Bilou après l’enregistrement. // Roland Jourdain
Local Recycling Department of Public Service, Columbus, Ohio Snow and Ice Plan Quick facts about Columbus' Snow and Ice Plan and Related Snow Information - learn more Parking The Mobility Options Division and Parking Violations Bureau manage parking in the City to ensure reasonable access and turnover for residents and visitors. - learn more Refuse Collection Trash collection for the City of Columbus is managed by the Department of Public Service, Division of Refuse Collection. The City collects trash from more than 320,000 households using trucks with mechanical arms to pickup and empty collection containers. - learn more Recycling Recycling and Columbus really do belong together. Bicycling Welcome to the Bikeway Program for the City of Columbus.
Recycled Art: 66 Masterpieces Made From Junks Ever shocked by the beauty of toilet paper rolls, or saw the chicken formed by the egg shells, or witnessed coolest lion made by tires? Heck, all of them are even made by common things you discarded every day, and they are known as recycled art. (Image Source: Kyle Bean) Recycled art is not something that’s beautiful but just a waste of time and space. Are they really that beautiful and worth the purchase? Atelier Hapax Workshop Hapax excels in creating gorgeous and unique products by using discarded materials provided by their clients. Jeu Dechecs. BRC Designs ‘BRC’ stands for Benjamin Rollins Caldwell, founder of the BRC Designs who reforms timeless and unconventional materials into simple yet unique furniture which design surpasses most expensive furniture. Binary Low Table. Korobeiniki Chair. Protrusion Low Table. Andrew Chase Andrew Chase by the Chase studio is a photographer and one of the few artists who has the talent to form an epic dinosaur with mere metals. Dinosaur. Elephant.