Living with Ed Season 3 Episode 6

Living with Ed Season 3 Episode 6 Gambling on Green

  • November 25, 2009

Living with Ed is an eco-friendly television series that follows the everyday life of environmentalist Ed Begley Jr. In season 3, episode 6 titled 'Gambling on Green', viewers get to see Ed explore the world of sustainable gambling.

The episode begins with Ed visiting a casino in Las Vegas, a city known for its excessive energy consumption. However, Ed wants to find out if there is a way to be eco-conscious while still enjoying a night out at the casino. He meets with the Sustainability Manager of the MGM Grand, who shares with him various ways in which the casino has been reducing its carbon footprint. From reducing the amount of water usage to recycling cardboard boxes, everything has been done with sustainability in mind.

Ed then heads over to a new casino that uses digital technology to save energy. The casino is powered by solar panels and uses sensors to adjust lighting and air conditioning based on the number of people in the building. Ed is impressed and believes that this casino sets an example for others to follow.

Next, Ed visits a sustainable brewery and meets with the head brewer who explains the process of creating organic craft beer. They are committed to using only locally sourced ingredients to minimize their carbon footprint. Ed enjoys a beer while the head brewer explains the benefits of using organic ingredients.

Afterward, Ed visits a hotel that has embraced sustainable practices throughout its operations. He learns about the hotel's commitment to using only organic and locally sourced ingredients in their food and beverage offerings. The hotel also has an extensive recycling program and purchases renewable energy certificates to offset their energy usage.

In the final segment of the episode, Ed visits a resort that uses its natural surroundings as a theme for its casino and hotel. The resort has a 'green team' that oversees sustainability efforts such as rainwater harvesting and using composting to fertilize the property's gardens. The resort also has an extensive recycling program and utilizes alternative energy sources such as solar panels.

Overall, Living with Ed season 3 episode 6 titled 'Gambling on Green' is an informative episode that shows how the gaming industry and tourism can embrace eco-friendly practices. Ed's journey throughout Las Vegas proves that it is possible to enjoy the glitz and glamour of the city while simultaneously reducing our carbon footprint. The episode empowers viewers to become advocates for sustainability, encouraging them to seek out businesses that prioritize reducing their environmental impact.

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Description
  • First Aired
    November 25, 2009
  • Language
    English