Worldwide Recycling Report Card: Does the U.S. Make the Grade?
December 7, 2009
Though the U.S. has long been known as a global power, where in the world does the U.S. stand on recycling?
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New Yorkers: Now You Can Recycle Your Cell Phone While Shopping for Organic Produce
November 30, 2009
The Council on the Environment of New York City has joined forces with the Call2Recycle program to offer cell phone and battery recycling pick-up locations at greenmarkets in New York.
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‘Cash for Caulkers’ to Incentivize Home Weatherizing
November 30, 2009
Joe Biden announced $454 million for the new “Recovery Through Retrofit” plan (aka “Cash for Caulkers”), a stimulus effort to weatherize American homes.
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Is Swimming Green-Minded Recreation?
November 27, 2009
Once you’re in the pool, swimming has a positive impact on your health, but what’s up in air is the overall impact this exercise has on the natural environment.
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The Future Looks Brighter with Energy Smart Miami
November 24, 2009
The city of Miami released its Energy Smart Miami plan in April 2009. The plan involves developing energy-efficient systems and “smart” electric grids throughout the city.
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Not So Green: Abandoning the Treadmill
November 23, 2009
While the treadmill was an excellent invention for people who didn’t want to leave their home to walk 3 miles, it has one downfall: energy consumption.
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Lysol: Harmful or Helpful?
November 20, 2009
Ironically, manufactured chemicals like BPA represent how hazardous our contemporary lifestyles can be, but there is another, better known chemical compound, Lysol, that helps keep much of America safe.
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Exposing the Electrical Vampire in Your House
November 19, 2009
There’s a very simple way to save hundreds of dollars every year and help save the planet. The catch? You have to unplug your unused electronics and make good use of the ones that are plugged in.
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What’s in Your Cup? Convenience vs. Sustainability
November 18, 2009
Starbucks cups currently can’t be recycled. Seven stores in Manhattan are trying to change that.