h2g2 The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy: Earth Edition

Entry: Tips on how to be Planet Friendly - A9940520
Author: Naim [68/100] - U290

A418457 does need updating, so I've done it. I'd rather not have suggestions to add to this, because it was a colaborative topic, so really work can only be done with what's available. There is a lot of content that could be added, and I think we should save that for a separate entry. I want this updated mainly to remove incorrect information.

Because I've changed fiddly little bits, I'll list what I've done.

Changed some of the electric scooter section for current laws.

Added a paragraph to the end of the recycling section.

Removed the section about not recycling paper because it's wrong (I noted this on the entry itself when this first hit the front page).

Tweaked the composting section and removed incorrect info.

Removed a sentance that said that solar panels take more energy to produce than they create in their lifetimes because I can't find that confirmed anywhere.

Made some tweaks to the 'Bits and Bobs' section at the end.

Looks good. Extra links also good ideas.

As an environment professional, this is one of my least favourite bits of the site, because it's so random, and had so much wrong stuff in it. I'm glad to see you've removed most of this, and especially the nonsense on solar panels and recycled paper.

Could you link to my entry on waste A4643787 please?

Thanks,

sprout

I will do, have you got your eye on a specific bit to use as the link, or shall I just reference it?

I'm studing environmental courses now. If I get on with it ok I hope to work in that area eventually. I'm also planning some new entries, but I've no idea when I'll get the time. I'm not supposed to be here now...

Any other comments on this one?

If not can I assume it's ok as it is? It's more a case of removing inaccuracies than adding in new content. I hope to write new entries for the missing bits.

That's good enough for me - this is now officially updated!

Editorial Note: This conversation has been moved from 'Tips on How to be Planet Friendly' to 'Tips on how to be Planet Friendly'.

Thanks Jimster.

I'd just like to say that I've tried some of these things and, well, I still haven't met any new planets. What am I doing wrong?

Too ugly perhaps? Or trying too hard...

sprout

Maybe I just haven't met the right planet yet?
It's not as though I'm fussy - even a small orbiting moonlet would be lovely... It's not as though I'm planning on world domination or anything.

Wait a moment...

"That's no moon! - it's a space-station"