Brushfire Records: Igniting a Deeper, Greener Musical Spirit
July 27, 2011
The earth-friendly label, headed by Jack Johnson, conserves every step of the way, from album production to worldwide tours.
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Ten Incredible Steampunk Bicycles
July 26, 2011
Shaking the dust off old bikes, steampunk fans have proven that with some repurposed accessories and a healthy dose of creativity, almost anything is possible!
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Banning Toxic Trade in a Changing Asian Market
July 25, 2011
A new push for urban mining — the process of reclaiming compounds and elements from products, buildings and waste — is spreading fast around the world.
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Greener Vehicle A/C to Cool Drivers with Minimal Planetary Impact
July 25, 2011
A new EPA-approved refrigerant lasts only 11 days in the earth’s atmosphere and uses less resources — a big green leap forward.
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NYC Fashioning Convenient Textile Recycling Program
July 25, 2011
The city’s RefashioNYC program aims to keep an astounding amount of clothing out of area landfills.
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America Needs Proof of Responsible Electronics Recycling
July 25, 2011
Electronics recycling rates continue to climb, but does the U.S. have the necessary infrastructure?
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Digital Downloads, Vinyl or CDs: Which Medium is Greenest?
July 25, 2011
Is your preferred audio format an energy and resource hog?
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Find a Safe Home for Old Thermostats
July 21, 2011
Mercury-containing thermostats pose serious health and ecological risks if not recycled properly.
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Acquiring and Discarding Air Conditioners the Green Way
July 20, 2011
Air conditioner units can be tricky to recycle due to the gas in their refrigerant lines, but programs do exist.
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Feds to Ban E-Waste it Generates from Landfills
July 20, 2011
The EPA’s announcement lauds recycling as a necessity in the life cycle of electronics.