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World Leaders Ride in Style to Copenhagen Climate Talks

Amanda Wills, July 6th, 2009

The host of the world's most important conference on climate change has no room for error. On Dec. 7-18, Copenhagen will rub elbows with the leaders in climate change as it plays host to the one of the most important conferences of the year. The Danish foreign ministry is taking every green step possible, especially when it comes to transportation. Since ... read more

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Published in Automotive


Bridges Built Entirely of Recycled Plastic

Trey Granger, July 6th, 2009

Not all recycled food and beverage containers are recycled into traditional products like new containers. Case in point: The New Jersey Pine Barrens features a 56-foot-long bridge built completely from recycled plastic. Constructed by Axion International, the bridge can support 36 tons and has an anticipated lifespan of 40 years. Plastic lumber is actually one of the more common products ... read more

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Published in Construction


Dell, Goodwill Partner to Recycle Computers

Haley Paul, July 6th, 2009

Dell, Inc. doesn’t just specialize in making computers. It specializes in recycling them as well. As it grows its Reconnect program in partnership with Goodwill, which began in 2004, domestic recycling of computers and other electronics is taking off. Partnerships like those between Dell and Goodwill are not only good for promoting e-cycling and green jobs in the U.S., ... read more

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Published in Electronics


8 Ways to Green a Staycation

Michelle Talsma Everson, July 6th, 2009

This story is part of Earth911’s “Green Eight” series, where we showcase eight ways to green your life in various areas. For the past few years, the new buzz word “staycation” has been floating around, encouraging us to find ways to relax without spending the usual amounts of money that comes with a traditional rondevouz. A staycation is when you enjoy all ... read more

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Green Progress Report: Obama at Five Months

Steve Uydess, July 6th, 2009

It’s been a busy first five months for President Barack Obama and his new administration. Between managing a devastating financial crisis, trying to pull the U.S. out of a recession and commanding two wars, one might wonder how any other priorities make it onto his agenda. Yet, the President has managed to move forward on many environmental issues, even in this ... read more

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Carbon Recycling Cheat Sheet

Haley Paul, July 6th, 2009

With the American Clean Energy and Security Act making its way to the Senate after a narrow victory in the House, the fate of our relationship with carbon dioxide may soon be decided. Of the various ways the bill looks to change the nature of how to deal with carbon emissions, cap-and-trade will form the basic structure if the landmark legislation ... read more

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Trash Planet: The Netherlands

Becky Hammad, July 6th, 2009

The Trash Planet series highlights various countries around the world and how they handle their waste. The Netherlands’ waste management system is highly regarded around the world. However, the country sticks to a simple plan: avoid waste as much as possible, recover valuable raw materials from waste, generate green energy from waste when possible and only discard the waste that is ... read more

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360: Recycling Plastic Containers

Amanda Wills, July 6th, 2009

Earth911's 360 series breaks down the ins and outs of your everyday items. When it comes to recycling plastic bags and plastic bottles, the process is pretty much black and white. But we get into a gray area when talking about plastic containers (also known as rigid plastics or wide-mouth containers). What exactly are they? Why are they recycled differently? It's ... read more

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Published in Plastic


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