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Global Warming Versus Climate Change

Anne Reichman, May 25th, 2007

There is much discussion about global warming and climate change. These terms mean different things to different people. At Earth 911, our job is to present the best information we can on all sides of an issue and let you make up your own mind. We have compiled some basic information here to help you in your ... read more

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Staples First Major Retailer to Accept E-waste

Earth911, May 21st, 2007

FRAMINGHAM, Mass. Staples, Inc., the world’s largest office products company, today announced that it now makes it easy to recycle used computers and other office technology at any Staples store nationwide, becoming the first national retailer to offer computer recycling in stores every day. Staples makes it easy for customers to recycle e-waste by simply bringing their used computers, monitors, laptops, printers, ... read more

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Tagged basics, batteries, computers, copier, energy, ideas, lead, noteworthy, productstewardship, rechargeablebatteries, recycle, television

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Earth911.com Touts New Look and Versatility

Mark Rappaport, May 18th, 2007

Phoenix, AZ—Facelifts are going green and are not just for celebrities anymore. On Friday, May 18th, Earth911.com quietly unveiled its new Web site look to the public and environmental community. Thanks go out to the folks that took the time to comment on the Beta version. Long overdue, the “facelift” was needed to accommodate the growing amount of environmental ... read more

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Proper storage extends paint life

Earth911, May 7th, 2007

If you are unable to use all your paint for a particular project or if you choose to keep a small amount of paint for touch ups or smaller projects, you will need to store the leftover paint so it remains usable. Leftover paint can last for years, however, the key to this is making sure the paint can is ... read more

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Going Green Made Easy

Earth911, May 7th, 2007

How can you go green at home? Here are 10 simple steps to green up your life and change the planet. 1. Buy Only What You Need Plain and simple—don't over purchase. However, when buying items that you use daily or in large quantities, consider buying in bulk. You will save money and packaging. Consider splitting bulk purchases with neighbors or ... read more

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Tagged basics, brush, cfl, composting, energy, fuel, ideas, lead, lightbulbs, mercury, noteworthy, packaging, paint, recycle, reduce, reuse, tires, windows

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Kids Raise Money for Earth 911

Mark Rappaport, May 6th, 2007

Four entrepreneurial kids in Mechanicsburg, PA, according to the letter received here at Earth 911, from mother Mary Megna, wanted to do something to help the Earth and stop global warming. So Jess Megna and her friend, Amanda Banzhoff, decided to organize a yard sale and contribute the proceeds to Earth 911. On May 5th, 2007, they collected $65.91. ... read more

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Tagged basics, ideas, noteworthy, wood

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Green Tip: Recycling Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs

Trey Granger, May 5th, 2007

Scottsdale, AZ—Public education and media campaigns have urged consumers to replace their incandescent light bulbs with the more energy efficient Compact Fluorescent Lightbulbs (CFL). Because CFLs are up to four times as energy efficient as the traditional incandescent bulb, switching to CFLs can both save the individual consumer money and reduce the amount of energy it takes to light a ... read more

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