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Artist Gets Creative With Controversial Subject

Lori Brown, September 14th, 2009

In a sometimes controversial practice known as "deaccessioning," museums will often sell works from their permanent collections to the highest bidders through auction or private sale. Museums often market this process as finding more suitable homes for collection items rather than allowing them to sit in museum storage. While many believe the sold works should be preserved in their current ... read more

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Published in Clothing


Nashville Schools Save Money With Green Projects

Amanda Wills, September 14th, 2009

The recycling and composting trend is catching on as public and private schools are implementing waste initiatives in their daily routines. Nashville schools have joined in the rankings as they set aside funding for environmentally friendly projects. According to The Tennessean, schools are composting food waste, replacing polystyrene food service items with ceramic alternatives and installing energy-efficient lighting ... read more

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Popsi Doll Teaches Children About Recycling

Lauren Hasler, September 14th, 2009

Many children may not understand the benefits of recycling, but “Popsi, The Daughter of Mother Nature,” a plush doll and storybook by GBL&CLjr Publishing, may make recycling education fun and easy. A winner of the Mr. Toy Best Green Product Award of 2009, Popsi is an 11-inch doll stuffed with fibers made from recycled plastic bottles, or PET. Her ... read more

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Published in Plastic


Living Local: Florida

Libuse Binder, September 14th, 2009

The Living Local series is an insider’s look at local environmental efforts and accessibility. Take a trip around the U.S. without leaving your computer! Florida has a bright future when it comes to recycling goals and resources for residents eager to reduce waste and enjoy more of the many resources that the sunshine state has to offer. Some of ... read more

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Published in Garden


8 Ways to Green Your Fall

Michelle Talsma Everson, September 14th, 2009

Now that summer has come to a close, fall brings us the chance to go outdoors and enjoy the cooler temperatures and changing scenery. Depending on where you call home, you can watch the leaves change color or at least take a break from the high summer temperatures. Added to that, the new season provides a great opportunity to make the ... read more

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Published in Garden


Small Programs, Big Impacts

Jordan Culberson, September 14th, 2009

Numerous cities across the nation have started green initiatives or programs to better their surrounding environment. Several aspects define an eco-city and programs, including air and water quality efforts, recycling and proper waste management, LEED-certified buildings, use of renewable resources, access to greener modes of transportation (such as bike-friendly additions and bus systems) and an abundance of products ... read more

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360: Bottle Caps

Kasen Seaver, September 14th, 2009

Earth911's 360 series breaks down the ins and outs of your everyday items. Bottle caps are often so small that it’s easy to overlook the impact they have on the environment. If you drop one on the ground at the park or the beach, you may think it’s not a big deal. But the Beach Environmental Awareness Campaign ... read more

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Published in Plastic


Cheat Sheet: Organic

Haley Paul, September 14th, 2009

By now, many of us have crossed paths at the supermarket with an organic food product. Whether it’s extra virgin olive oil sporting the USDA certified organic seal, snack crackers “made with organic ingredients” or organic apples shipped in from New Zealand, organic foods are increasingly available and widespread. Thirty years ago, however, this was not the case, as organic ... read more

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Published in Garden


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