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Wastecon to Feature Panel on Impact of Digital TV Switch on E-Waste

Trey Granger, October 9th, 2007

Wastecon 2007, which will take place from October 14-18 at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center, will feature a panel discussion on October 16 about the impact on the waste stream from the FCC-mandated digital TV signal change on February 17, 2009. According to panelist and CEO Linda McFarland of e-waste recycler Classic Computer Recovery, during this switch it is anticipated ... read more

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Schwegler Going Environmentally Friendly in Fundraiser for PTA

Trey Granger, October 9th, 2007

LJWorld.com profiles the newest fundraiser by Schweiger School in Kansas: selling energy-efficient compact fluorescent lightbulbs (CFLs) and compost bags to raise money for PTA-sponsored events. The fundraiser coincides with Kansas Governor Kathleen Sebelius encouraging residents to change at least one bulb in their homes to a more energy-efficient CFL, because it will save both energy and money. A four-pack of bulbs ... read more

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Clothesing the Gap

Sheila Bocchine, October 9th, 2007

Curiously Green is an exclusive weekly Earth 911 series showcasing the adventures of a couple going green. This week Sheila and Gary, a couple from Phoenix, Arizona discuss going green with laundry detergent. SHE SAYS: I like our eco friendly laundry detergent. I like even more that I rarely have to do laundry! Thank you Gary! I ... read more

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Recycling Plan has Promise

Trey Granger, October 9th, 2007

The Olympian runs an op-ed piece on a new request by Harold LeMay Enterprises Inc. to charge a service fee of less than $5.00 per resident per month for a semi-weekly recycling program reaching 600 housing complexes in Thurston County. The Utilities and Transportation Commission is currently deliberating on this fee, which would start at $4.32 but eventually be dropped ... read more

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World Challenge 2007 Down to 12 Finalists

Trey Granger, October 9th, 2007

This is the third year of the World Challenge, brought to you by BBC World and Newsweek in association with Shell, and the 12 finalists have been named. Voting is open now through November 16, with the winner being announced on December 4. The winning project will receive $20,000 from Shell to benefit its cause. The difference between this project ... read more

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U.S. Announces Largest Single Environmental Settlement in History

Trey Granger, October 9th, 2007

Washington, D.C. – American Electric Power has agreed to cut 813,000 tons of air pollutants annually at an estimated cost of more than $4.6 billion, pay a $15 million penalty, and spend $60 million on projects to mitigate the adverse effects of its past excess emissions. The record settlement was announced today by the Department of Justice and the Environmental ... read more

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E-Waste: What’s in this Stuff?

Trey Granger, October 9th, 2007

Just the phrase “e-waste” makes it sound like your favorite electronics can do a lot of damage if disposed of improperly. But just what exactly is so toxic about these devices that they account for 70 percent of the overall toxic waste that you currently find in landfills? In addition to valuable metals like aluminum, electronics often contain hazardous materials like ... read more

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