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Electric Vehicles 101

Megan Dobransky, January 31st, 2011

10 years ago, who would have guessed that the electric vehicle (EV) would be all the rage? More than 20 EV models will be on the U.S. market in the next three years, and the government has invested $5 billion in battery technology and consumer incentives. Whether the figures are more modest or demand skyrockets, you’ll likely see a ... read more

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Tagged batteries, electricvehicle, energy, fuel, greentravel, reduce

Published in Automotive


When To Replace Your Outdated Device

Amanda Wills, January 31st, 2011

When is it officially time to lay to rest that CRT television and spring for the slimmer LCD? Or drop that old dishwasher in favor of a newer model? Repair is always an option, but saving money in the long run is even better. Here's when you know it's time to unplug and upgrade. Refrigerator The older your refrigerator is, the ... read more

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Tagged cfl, energy, guide, homeappliances, lightbulbs, recycle, televisions

Published in Household


Roadblocks to Car Seat Recycling

Alison Neumer Lara, January 31st, 2011

Of all the equipment new parents acquire, an infant car seat is the only one required by law. But as kids get bigger, so do their safety seats. State child restraint laws extend to up to age eight in some places, which means that as they grow, kids pass through two or three types of seats before they’re permitted ... read more

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Tagged autoparts, clothingandtextile, nonferrousmetal, number5plasticPolypropylene

Published in Household


For Valentine’s Day, Try This

Starre Vartan, January 31st, 2011

The amazing (and sometimes frustrating!) thing about Valentine's Day is that it means something different to almost everyone. For those hard-to-shop-for loved ones, try some of these creative eco ideas and have a low-waste V-Day. Permanent (Non-Tacky) Flowers Beautiful blooms are a traditional way to express affection on Valentine's Day, but due to the fact that V-Day lands in the middle ... read more

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Tagged ideas, organic, recycled, wood

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