In Case You Missed It
by Amanda Wills
Published on November 26th, 2009
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We know things can get a little hectic around the holidays, and it’s easy to fall behind on the latest environmental news. So we have graciously provided a recap of this month’s top news headlines, just in case you haven’t heard what the buzz is all about!
Going Solar? Better Hurry, Cash is Going Fast
The good news: Solar is becoming more popular. The bad news: We’re running out of money for those enticing solar rebates.
U.K. Tests Dirty Diaper Recycling
When a new recycling facility opens next year in Birmingham, England, it won’t specialize in typical curbside products or other materials growing in recycling popularity, such as electronics and tires. This site will collect disposable diapers and transform the plastic into new roofing products manufactured by Small Planet Building.
Senate Committee Passes Climate Bill
The Climate Bill is slowly making its way through Congress, but many are pushing for quicker action, in order to have a more concrete piece of legislation before the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen in December.
You’ll Never Believe Which U.S. City is Least Toxic
According to a new Forbes report, Las Vegas is the least toxic city in the country. While that may surprise you, here’s one to really blow your mind: The top 10 cleanest cities in the U.S. are crowded, urban areas, such as New York City and Phoenix.
California Passes Huge Water Deal
On Nov. 4, California lawmakers passed an $11.1 billion water deal that will essentially overhaul the state’s water system while “preserving a fragile environment.”
Consumers Say They’d Use $10K on Home Beauty, Not Green Improvements
The Shelton Group’s fifth annual Energy Pulse survey asked participants how they would spend $10,000 for home improvements, given a limited number of options.
FDA Recommends Some Medicines Get Flushed
In the U.S., more than 80 percent of adults take at least one medication per week, ranging from supplements and vitamins to prescription drugs. This amounts to billions in spending on drugs and millions of pounds of unused medication that need to be disposed annually.
Is Plastic the New Black?
If you follow the trendsetting world of high fashion, you may have noticed a new material gracing the runways of Milan, Paris and New York: plastic!
