Re: Experienced Humor/Green Writer

Ever since the invention of the light bulb, mankind has struggled to remember to turn it off when not in use. It's been an uphill battle, to be sure, but a few advances here and there have gone a long way towards helping the average illuminated-room enthusiast save energy without having to, you know, walk all the way over to the light switch and turn it to the off position.

Motion detectors, for instance, have long been a staple of not-leaving-the-damned-lights-on-when-you-don't-need-them-to-be-on technology, most notably in office building bathrooms and the like. But the Adjustable Universal Vacancy Sensor Light Switch takes such methodology to the next level with a gaggle of settings, options, and sensors that allow one to optimize budgets and energy efficiency alike without skimping out on sweet, sweet visibility.

Though other specialized switches also boast time delays, this one ups the ante with more customization. Likewise, it improves on the now-standard motion detector integration with some newish infrared technology by which to help differentiate between someone walking through a room and existing background space, thus helping to ensure that the light doesn't go off or (remain on) at inappropriate times. And yet another sensor detects whether or not there is already adequate light in a given room before automatically activating. Unsurprisingly, this ultra-intricate doodad is fully compliant with California's stringent home energy codes.

Similar in intent, function, and unwieldy name is the 8 Outlet Isole IDP-3050 Occupancy Controlled Power Strip, which brings a similar degree of energy thriftiness to the realm of desktop computers and associated peripherals. Like the aforementioned light switch, the IDP-3050 uses passive infrared technology to determine whether or not there's anyone sitting in that computer chair or pacing around the room, and then powers down anything plugged into any of six outlets accordingly. An additional two outlets function in the normal way, allowing for such eternally-necessary appliances as fax machines to remain powered throughout the working day.

On Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 9:23 PM, Josh Dorfman <josh@vivavi.com> wrote:

I think so. Im testing this out so while those are the guidelines Im also open to what you think makes them complete.

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Josh Dorfman

Author & Television Host - The Lazy Environmentalist

Founder & CEO - Vivavi

Spokesperson - Brita's FilterForGood Campaign - reduce your plastic waste

From: Barrett Brown [mailto:barriticus@gmail.com]
Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 8:44 PM

To: Josh Dorfman
Subject: Re: Experienced Humor/Green Writer

Okay, I'll get these back to you tomorrow or the next day. You want them to be 300-400 words each, right?

On Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 8:04 PM, Josh Dorfman <josh@vivavi.com> wrote:

Great. Suppose we start with two sample entries to see how it goes. Ill compensate you for them. Lets try it as a test. I have two ideas in mind to see how you might cover them. Note Ive also included a primary key word that goes with the topic which is important to our SEO (Search Engine Optimization) efforts with the site. Id like you to look over the attached doc which explains our writing parameters.

Wattstopper

The Lazy Es solution to turning off the lights or your gadgets (primary keyword: save energy)

www.wattstopper.com

https://www.chooserenewables.com/xcart/product.php?productid=16196&cat=272&page=1

https://www.chooserenewables.com/xcart/product.php?productid=16201&cat=0&page=1

Zimride

using Facebook to get over 175 million people ridesharing/ carpooling (primary keyword: car share)

www.zimride.com

http://www.facebook.com/apps/application.php?id=2549790782

Let me know if you have questions.

Josh

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Josh Dorfman

Author & Television Host - The Lazy Environmentalist

Founder & CEO - Vivavi

Spokesperson - Brita's FilterForGood Campaign - reduce your plastic waste

From: Barrett Brown [mailto:barriticus@gmail.com]
Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 7:24 PM
To: Josh Dorfman
Subject: Re: Experienced Humor/Green Writer

Hi, Josh-

I'd definitely be interested in doing this, as I could use some more steady work and I've found the subject of green technology and products to be rather interesting when I've covered such things in the past. I also think I could provide the sort of tone that you want for the blog.

Let me know how you'd like to proceed; I can begin whenever you'd like.

Thanks,

Barrett Brown
Brooklyn, NY
512-560-2302

On Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 7:03 PM, Josh Dorfman <josh@vivavi.com> wrote:

Hi Barrett,

Thanks for the note. I read your piece on Vanity Fairs about Thomas Friedman. I share your sentiments. Are you really interested in writing about green products/companies? That initially is what our site will be covering. If so, Id love to discuss. Wed be looking for quick hitting product reviews or news bits about how, say, Loomstate organics is going to be available at Target in a few weeks or how Enterprise-Rent-A-Car is expanding its Vanpool service www.vanpool.com to Atlanta. I would love these topics to be spun in ways that are informative yet cleverly sarcastic and pithy. For starters, were looking for 5 posts per week for $100.

Let me know if this resonates with you.

Best,

Josh

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Josh Dorfman

Author & Television Host - The Lazy Environmentalist

Founder & CEO - Vivavi

Spokesperson - Brita's FilterForGood Campaign - reduce your plastic waste

From: Barrett Brown [mailto:barriticus@gmail.com]
Sent: Monday, March 23, 2009 11:10 AM
To: josh@vivavi.com
Subject: Experienced Humor/Green Writer

Howdy-

I understand that you're looking for freelancers to handle content for The Lazy Environmentalist, and I'd like to be considered for assignments. My work has appeared in Vanity Fair, Skeptic, National Lampoon, McSweeney's, The Onion A.V. Club, and dozens of other publications, and my first book, Flock of Dodos: Behind Modern Creationism, Intelligent Design, and The Easter Bunny was released in 2007. I've also done several pieces on green topics targeted towards both consumers and industry professionals.

I've attached my resume; please take a look and let me know if you'd like to discuss this further.

Thanks,

Barrett Brown
Brooklyn, NY
512-560-2302