Wal-Mart updates Sustainability Report

In its annual report on sustainability, Wal-Mart Stores said it is on track in many areas but has not reached a goal of doubling U.S. sales of energy-efficient products compared with 2008 or reducing phosphate in detergent by 70% compared with 2009. "Understandably, in some areas our progress is slower than we would like, and sometimes we hit temporary roadblocks," said CEO Mike Duke.

<<…>> Read more from Bloomberg Businessweek: http://www.businessweek.com/ap/2012-04/D9U67VL80.htm

Pet owners continue to spend on premium food

U.S. consumers have been steadily trading name brands for value in a host of areas, but they’re holding fast to brand names when it comes to feeding their pets, according to a report from Packaged Facts. Sales of pet products reached $56.67 billion last year, compared to $54.56 billion in 2010. <<…>>

White Street Studio Walk 2012

The Eureka Springs White Street Studio Walk 2012 will be held May 18 from 4 p.m. until 10 p.m.

Thea Center for the Arts

3rd Friday Night Argenta Artwalk

Thea Center for the Arts

Friday, March 16

5:30 – 8:00pm

Quote of the Day: “I just want to be on the right side. And I think on this one, I’m on the right side.”

“I just want to be on the right side. And I think on this one, I’m on the right side.” Pat Robertson remarking that marijuana use should be legal.

Mr. Robertson’s remarks echoed statements he made last week on “The 700 Club,” the signature program of his Christian Broadcasting Network, and other comments he made in 2010.

Read more: http://www.nytimes.com/2012/03/08/us/pat-robertson-backs-legalizing-marijuana.html

Quote of the Day: “It doesn’t taste like chicken”

"It doesn’t taste like chicken," declared California Fish and Game Commission President Daniel Richards who defiantly declared to outraged California state legislators that he not only gunned down a mountain lion and held the carcass like a trophy, but he then ate big cat for dinner. He told Western Outdoor News that he shot the lion to fulfill a long-held goal, using a Winchester Centennial lever-action .45 carbine after eight hours of "the most physically exhausting hunt of my lifetime."

Sony building power-for-payment wall sockets

Sony is working on a new technology to enable power outlets to identify users or use policies with IC chips, Sam Byford at The Verge reports. The technology could be used to protect devices from theft or to charge a fee for access to power in airports, coffee shops and other public locations.

The outlets transmit authentication data across power lines using data from chips in devices or smartcards. In Japan, millions of consumers are using a form of the IC technology, which is built on Sony’s FeliCa standard, when making mobile payments.

Tejon Ranch to pay fine for killing mountain lions

The Los Angeles Times reports the corporation, which illegally killed at least 11 cats to keep them away from game wanted by high-paying trophy hunters, must pay $136,500, according to a settlement with the state fish and game agency.

Get On Board

Be green and seen this spring by joining EcoCabs Brand-A-Bike Challenge.

EcoCabs is searching for Canada’s best brands to get on board and help us provide 193 days of eco-friendly transportation that is not only free of emissions, but free of cost as well.

Beginning this Earth Day in Toronto, consumers will get to enjoy a no-cost commute between the areas that they live, work and play, while doing their part to help the environment along the way.

In return, sponsors will have the opportunity to brand their EcoCab fleets and interact with consumers while on route, offering them everything from promotional messaging to free product samples. It’s a great way to connect with consumers while providing a value added free service that everyone enjoys.

Read more: http://www.ecocab.com/feb2012newsletter.html

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