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A $400 million investment in fresh food programs for low-income communities has been suggested in the recently released 2011 Presidential budget proposal.
The public-private grant and loan program would invest in new and expanded supermarkets, farmers markets and other food stores in "underserved communities," reducing the estimated 23 million Americans (8.5 percent) with limited access to full-service markets.
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$400M Healthy Food Financing Initiative Proposed in Presidential Budget
A $400 million investment in fresh food programs for low-income communities has been suggested in the recently released 2011 Presidential budget proposal.
The public-private grant and loan program would invest in new and expanded supermarkets, farmers markets and other food stores in "underserved communities," reducing the estimated 23 million Americans (8.5 percent) with limited access to full-service markets.
Officially called ... read more
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A few weeks ago, Earth911 investigated some of the lesser known recyclables. Sure, they don't receive as much media attention as some of their co-stars like the plastic bottle or the aluminum can, but your massive response to "I Didn't Know That Was Recyclable!" proved that there is an outcry to dispose of those odd items.
From paint and batteries ... read more
Wow, You Can Recycle That?
A few weeks ago, Earth911 investigated some of the lesser known recyclables. Sure, they don't receive as much media attention as some of their co-stars like the plastic bottle or the aluminum can, but your massive response to "I Didn't Know That Was Recyclable!" proved that there is an outcry to dispose of those odd items.
From paint and batteries ... read more
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A year into his Presidency, Obama has made it clear that we have a long way to go. While critics say Obama has "overpromised and necessarily underdelivered," others note that the President has had to undertake a "colossal collection of colossal messes."
Aside from a highly controversial health care debate and a slow-paced recovery from the housing bust, the ... read more
Obama 2010: What to Expect
A year into his Presidency, Obama has made it clear that we have a long way to go. While critics say Obama has "overpromised and necessarily underdelivered," others note that the President has had to undertake a "colossal collection of colossal messes."
Aside from a highly controversial health care debate and a slow-paced recovery from the housing bust, the ... read more
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After a four-month review process of existing standards for ground-level ozone emissions, the EPA has proposed a new standard of between .065 and .07 parts per million (ppm) per eight hours, which would be a .05 ppm decrease from the last revision and the lowest standard in U.S. history.
The EPA says the potential health benefits would be between $13 ... read more
EPA to Toughen Restrictions on Smog
After a four-month review process of existing standards for ground-level ozone emissions, the EPA has proposed a new standard of between .065 and .07 parts per million (ppm) per eight hours, which would be a .05 ppm decrease from the last revision and the lowest standard in U.S. history.
The EPA says the potential health benefits would be between $13 ... read more
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With the start of a new year comes hope and change and most importantly, opportunity. In reaction to such inspiring settings, most of us turn to the old pad and pen to set up our course for the next year. So, what is on your list?
As you start to compile your outline for the next 365 days, let us ... read more
7 Resolutions, With a Green Twist
With the start of a new year comes hope and change and most importantly, opportunity. In reaction to such inspiring settings, most of us turn to the old pad and pen to set up our course for the next year. So, what is on your list?
As you start to compile your outline for the next 365 days, let us ... read more
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Still haven't found the perfect present for those hard-to-shop-for recipients? We have compiled 10 must-have gifts for every person on your list.
From recycled materials to fair trade practices, you can be sure that your gifts will bring smiles without compromising your earth-friendly aspirations for a green holiday season.
1. The Philanthropist
Supporting a favorite charity or cause is a truly thoughtful alternative ... read more
2009 Holiday Gift Guide
Still haven't found the perfect present for those hard-to-shop-for recipients? We have compiled 10 must-have gifts for every person on your list.
From recycled materials to fair trade practices, you can be sure that your gifts will bring smiles without compromising your earth-friendly aspirations for a green holiday season.
1. The Philanthropist
Supporting a favorite charity or cause is a truly thoughtful alternative ... read more
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"10 Ways to Change the World in Your 20s" is a brand-new guide that's about to rock your socks if you're hoping to make "green" your new game. The first book by Libuse Binder, "10 Ways" provides a modern road map for people looking to make a difference in the world - no matter where you rank on the ... read more
10 Ways to Change the World in Your 20s
"10 Ways to Change the World in Your 20s" is a brand-new guide that's about to rock your socks if you're hoping to make "green" your new game. The first book by Libuse Binder, "10 Ways" provides a modern road map for people looking to make a difference in the world - no matter where you rank on the ... read more
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Consumers are already feeling the economic impact of a new tax on imported tires, which raised the price of tires from countries like China by 35 percent. But the new tax has had several ripple effects on the environment.
Some dealers and retailers began stockpiling imported tires prior to the tax enforcement, as a way of not losing money ... read more
New Tax on Tires a Crunch on Consumers, Retailers
Consumers are already feeling the economic impact of a new tax on imported tires, which raised the price of tires from countries like China by 35 percent. But the new tax has had several ripple effects on the environment.
Some dealers and retailers began stockpiling imported tires prior to the tax enforcement, as a way of not losing money ... read more
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We've seen some pretty cool reuse construction, but Facebook's new headquarters may take the cake. Designed by San Francisco-based Studio O+A, the office is a former 1960s laboratory.
While the designers gave the social media king's new home a kitschy, modern decor, they also preserved some of the original construction, including a bright orange construction crane that was incorporated ... read more
Facebook’s Office Is Cooler Than Yours
We've seen some pretty cool reuse construction, but Facebook's new headquarters may take the cake. Designed by San Francisco-based Studio O+A, the office is a former 1960s laboratory.
While the designers gave the social media king's new home a kitschy, modern decor, they also preserved some of the original construction, including a bright orange construction crane that was incorporated ... read more
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Liz Walker, co-founder and executive director of EcoVillage at Ithaca, is sure to see familiar faces when walking on the pathways around the 175-acre ecovillage near Ithaca, N.Y. This morning, she walked to purchase bulk tofu because she is planning to make “Liz’s Famous Fried Tofu” for the community party this evening.
EcoVillage at Ithaca is just one example of ... read more
Sustainability in Suburbia
Liz Walker, co-founder and executive director of EcoVillage at Ithaca, is sure to see familiar faces when walking on the pathways around the 175-acre ecovillage near Ithaca, N.Y. This morning, she walked to purchase bulk tofu because she is planning to make “Liz’s Famous Fried Tofu” for the community party this evening.
EcoVillage at Ithaca is just one example of ... read more
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