Ed Begley Jr.: The Actor Turned Environmentalist Who Built One of America’s Greenest Homes.

Ed Begley Jr. is a well-known actor, environmentalist and advocate for sustainable living and eco-friendly lifestyles. Born in 1949 in Los Angeles, California, he has been actively promoting green living since the early 1970s.

Begley’s passion for the environment began when he was just a child. As a Boy Scout, he learned the importance of conservation and sustainability. Later on, as an adult, he became more involved with environmental issues and discovered ways to live sustainably in his personal life.

One of his most notable accomplishments is building one of the greenest homes in America. The house runs entirely on solar power and features a rainwater harvesting system that provides water for irrigation and other household uses. He also composts all food waste in his backyard using a homemade compost bin.

In addition to his own efforts to live sustainably, Begley has helped educate others about green living through his television show “Living with Ed” which aired from 2007-2010 on HGTV. In this show, Begley demonstrated ways people could incorporate eco-friendly practices into their daily lives such as using energy-efficient light bulbs or taking shorter showers.

Begley’s advocacy work extends beyond just promoting sustainable living at home – he also supports public policy initiatives that promote sustainability such as clean energy incentives and carbon reduction legislation.

Despite being considered an extreme environmentalist by some due to his lifestyle choices (such as biking instead of driving), Begley believes that everyone can make small changes to reduce their impact on the environment without sacrificing quality of life.

Overall, Ed Begley Jr.’s dedication to sustainable living serves as an inspiration for many who are looking for ways to live more environmentally conscious lives while still enjoying modern comforts.