The Popemobile: Is it eco-friendly? The Pope's Visit and Earth Day

Alexandra Beggs

Pope's Visit:
1. Profile: Edward Cardinal Egan, Archbishop of New York and Cardinal of Roman Catholic Church in United States, opinion on Pope's visit to New York and his role in the visit.

2. News item with visuals: Pope’s Mass at St. Patrick’s Cathedral (New York), Sat. April 19

3. Investigative piece: What is the cost of the pope's visit? Would it be cheaper if Americans visited Rome instead? The Roman Catholic Church funds his visit, yet not many people actually get to see the Pope in person. The cost of organizing the events and security is incredibly high, do most people think it's worth it? What are the real benefits of the Pope's visit.

Earth Day:
1. Profile: John Mackey, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of Whole Foods Market, concerning Whole Foods’ involvement on Earth Day and elimination of plastic bags.

2. News item with visuals: Go Green Expo at the Hilton New York (53rd and 6th Ave.) April 26 10-6 or April 27 10-3. Event inspired by film, “An Inconvenient Truth,” aims to teach how consumers and business owners can make communities greener; events such as speakers, eco-fashion show, green marketplace, over 200 booths/exhibits, demonstrations/hands on activities.

3. Investigative piece: How businesses go green for Earth Day, but keep wasting the next day. The impact of Earth Day fades after the holiday; ways in which businesses, schools, individuals waste the most.