EV-1 for Lease (1996)
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- William McDonough, a green designer and architect, advocates for sustainable industrial design that mimics natural cycles, emphasizing that 'waste equals food' and promoting products that can decompose or be fully recycled.
- The EV-1, General Motors' first mass-produced electric car, was introduced in 1996, leased to consumers to ease fears about new technology, marking a significant step in electric vehicle development despite high costs and limited range.
- Rapid urbanization in Africa, exemplified by Accra, Ghana, presents challenges like overcrowding and inadequate infrastructure, with efforts underway to integrate rural migrants into the city's economy through community-based initiatives.
- Native American harvest traditions, shared by Abenaki storyteller Joseph Bruchac, highlight the cultural significance of giving thanks to the earth and its bounty, with recipes like Johnny Cakes connecting modern celebrations to indigenous practices.
- Environmental news highlights include the feminization of male fish due to chemical exposure, the EPA's new air pollution standards targeting fine particles, and the impact of ozone-depleting chemicals on rising skin cancer rates.