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Reduction Terms Glossary

Trey Granger, January 1st, 2008

When it comes to reducing, there are a lot of terms that get thrown around as second nature. Without an environmental dictionary, it may be a little overwhelming to learn how to reduce. So here's a comprehensive list of terms and what they mean: A Air Pollution — This is the process by which the air we breathe is contaminated by man-made ... read more

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Fashion Forward, and Back

Meryl Klein, January 1st, 2008

There’s a song by Peter Allen, Everything Old Is New Again, and when it comes to reuse, this title can say it all. One of the best examples of this saying is in the fashion world, where certain designs and fabrics go in and out of style frequently. Therefore, it's only fitting that fashion lends itself perfectly for the ... read more

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Explaining the Big Five

Meryl Klein, January 1st, 2008

In recycling, you may sometimes hear the term "The Big Five." No, this is not a reference to the hot new pop band. The title refers to the five most easily and commonly recycled items in most recycling programs across the United States and the developed world. “The Big Five” are comprised of aluminum, glass, paper, plastic and steel. Not all ... read more

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