Michael dEstries
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Michael has been blogging since 2005 on issues such as sustainability, renewable energy, philanthropy, and healthy living. He regularly contributes to a slew of publications, as well as consulting with companies looking to make an impact using the web and social media. He lives in Ithaca, NY with his family on an apple farm.Articles
Plant Milkweed: Monarch Butterfly Populations on the Brink
If you’ve never seen the Alec Baldwin-narrated “Great Migrations” from the National Geographic Channel, I encourage you to check it out. Like other nature docs, it’s a visually stunning piece
Animal Activist Superhero Sam Simon is Fighting Cancer
We know Sam Simon is one of three guys responsible for “The Simpsons” animated series – but of greater respect is the amazing work he’s done on behalf of animals
Chef Tal Ronnen Launching Kite Hill Vegan Cheese Company
Thanks to a tip, we’ve learned that celebrity vegan chef Tal Ronnen is getting ready to launch his own line of vegan cheese. The new company, called Kite Hill Cheese,
Comet Pan-STARRS May Appear to Northern Skygazers Tonight
While the Southern Hemisphere has had some great views of Comet Pan-STARRS for several weeks, it’s now everyone else’s turn to have a shot. Starting tonight and lasting through March
Sea Shepherd End Operation Zero Tolerance, En Route to Australia
Citing diminishing fuel stores and stormy seas, Captain Paul Watson late yesterday announced that the Sea Shepherd’s Operation Zero Tolerance campaign had come to an end. “Adverse weather has put
Sea Shepherd Drops ‘Whale Wars Season 6′ Teaser
While Sea Shepherd Australia continues to lead efforts down under to stymie the Japanese whaling fleet, the group has released a small teaser of what we can expect for “Whale
Emily Deschanel Highlights Marine Animal Plight in New HSUS Video
“Bones” star and all-around awesome person Emily Deschanel is back fighting for the rights of animals – this time narrating a video for the Humane Society of the United States
