Gone Green to Save Green

Once again, it is mind-boggling as to how much gets wasted in this country. Encouraging to see this young couple finding many alternatives and implementing them. There is a house in Argentina a man constructed out of old empty bottles and scrap metal that I found on ecoideasnet. The bottles also act as storm warning. http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=10150364773813066

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Very interesting. I love seeing people being so resourceful and green at the same time! Don't know if I could live like that, but in many ways I find it kind of romantic...

Survivorman: Urban Expeditionaries.

I wonder who was the one guy that saw them burning wood for heat and got upset at them for it.

i totatly wish i was saving as much money as these guys. good job, and well done.

Talbott mentioned that this a "[g]ood pod for people to see right now as the word 'green' is getting more and more misused, contorted and mangled into some pop BS, the same road 'organic' got taken down, and dropped off at wal-mart."

I found it interesting that Suzanna and Ryan's freezer had "some pop BS organic" stuff in it (e.g. MorningStar)... I guess it's alright if you steal it from a dumpster instead of paying for it, though.

I also really liked the part where Ryan justified burning wood by claiming it would be waste anyway... and then they cut to a huge, fresh pile of split logs ^_^

This was really inspiring. You have to be really humble to dig through dumpters for 2/3 of your food. That is really admirable.

I absolutely love this pod. I can relate to it because i dumpster dive myself. I still drive and use fresh water though. Dumpster diving is awesome and a great way to reduce waste. Everyone should do it!! Haha and I thought i was the only one in on this great scheme!! Also, it doesnt have anything to do with being homeless. I live in a nice house and have plenty of money in the bank.

I love this pod! I found it ironic that the ad that followed it was for people paying only $1500 for a dining room table and chairs instead of $3500. What? and then there's the ad about paying only $39,000 for kitchen cabinets instead of $69,000. Gotta' love commercials.

I felt a sense of deprivation watching this pod. I know the couple means well, but I can't imagine following completely in their footsteps even though I wish to help save the planet. Luckily there are a lot of different ways to go green(er) and I think that if all of us reduced our consumption and waste just 25% instead of the close to 100% of that couple, a ton of progress would be made in achieving global sustainability. The extreme lifestyle is very intriguing and makes a good pod, but has a tendency to "extremify" the idea of living sustainably. But it's vital that we make the idea of sustainability and living lightly on the earth, mainstream and introduce it to all our communities and elected officials.

these people are so crazy but so amazing.

This is extremely impressive of the two of you, very admirable. I think people need to remember that even if you don't change your entire lifestyle like they did, by altering little parts of your day and making your life just a little more green, you can truly make a difference!

Reutilizing grey water, even if it's only to water your garden or wash off the driveway, is my favorite sustainable tip. DO IT!

totally team b.u.t.s. (blowing up the spot)

I think this is a great pod. I like seeing how far people will go to try and reuse and recycle as many resources as possible. The dumpster diving is a little extreme for me and this kind of lifestyle is very time consuming.

yeah i think the title is misleading as well. fact is though, nice to see people take money they're saving by whatever means and apply it to doing interesting things rather than spend it on more junk. obviously has got its shortcomings but some definite good ideas for those wanting to opt out of some of our consumerist culture.
let's see more pods on how to make some of these things and all learn a little bit.

this is not what green lifestyle is about, they have 4 wood-burning stoves and the lights turned on in empty rooms!! i think this pod is about how to survive and maintain a household on a $0 budget.

Incredible! The world would be in such a better place if we all gave at least 25% of what Suzanna and Ryan give. I wish I had their drive, commitment, and conviction.

Great pod... I'd say they're borderline homeless, but living green none the less... very admirable.

I totally respect them. If I could muster up the gusto to do something that i'd probably be living a much more fulfilling life.

THIS ARE THE RICHEST DUMBS I HAVE EVER SEEN!!! I ONLY GIVE THEM PROPS, FOR NOT 50centing THE COMMUNITY TO DEATH TO GET BY...

Nice work, I watched both versions, good job they didn't cut you down too much. Great couple well spoken, and they are really taking it where it needs to go. Good pod for people to see right now as the word "green" is getting more and more misused, contorted and mangled into some pop BS, the same road "organic" got taken down, and dropped off at wal-mart. Great job, nice first pod.

cheers,

Talbott

wow!
I don't have the guts to go that far!

But they are a true good example!

If this is going green, then all the developing countries are green. I think this is more like surviving in the city or somethin like that.

The topic is definitely interesting and highlights the extent to which Do-It-Yourself sustainability can be achieved. While I think it's great to showcase Ryan and Suzanna's lifestyle, it would have been nice to see other people's and/or neighbor's perspective on their lifestyle. Also, the topic of his "illegal" entry to Trader Joe's dumpster should be addressed a bit more since there is legal ramifications for his actions. In all honesty, I think their commitment to DIY sustainability is admirable, but it is not for everyone since the sacrifice is so high. Still, the pod is good in illustrating the feasibility of "going green".

props for sure. Old school Green

This is basically what my aunt and uncle do and their seven children . . . I find it truly inspiring =]

that's amazing, and truly admirable. i applaud their efforts.