Green, Technology, Lots of Links

You've probably read about, heard about, or have seen Al Roker drooling over the CES Show in Las Vegas. It's basically a giant consumer electronics orgy. A lot of great technology is coming out of it but they've also done a lot to try to make it more enviromentally friendly. They partnered up with Planet Green (which is a partnership of one of our favorite blogs, Treehugger and the Discovery Channel) and CarbonFund.org to make it carbon neutral. From the official blog:

• In partnership with Discovery Channel's Planet Green network (launching soon), we're making CES carbon neutral by working with CarbonFund.org. CarbonFund will invest in energy efficiency, renewable energy and reforestation projects to offset the emissions created by every inch of CES space, all show freight, the shuttle buses and 600,000 hotel rooms will be offset via investments. (In fact, we're quite proud to say that CES will be the largest carbon neutral tradeshow EVER!)
• Most of (75%) of the food containers and utensils used at the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) will be fully biodegradable.
• More recycling containers throughout the show floor.
• All leftover food and beverages from the LVCC will be donated to the Las Vegas Rescue Mission.
• Recycled carpet used in the Central Hall of the LVCC.
• Post-consumer recycled paper with soy ink will be used for all attendee literature.
• Non-hazardous cleaning solvents and soaps will be used by the LVCC staff.
• All light bulbs, batteries and electronics used will be recycled.
• More conference sessions dedicated to the environment, the Sustainable Technologies TechZone in South Hall and the Emerging Countries Program, which also focuses on sustainable development.