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9 Ways the Phoenix Open Changed Golf

Amanda Wills, February 7th, 2011

The PGA Tour isn't known for its eco-friendly efforts. In fact, the game of golf in and of itself is a resource-intensive sport. The average 18-hole course covers 125-150 acres of land, all of which has to be maintained. Tack on a tournament or two, and that course's footprint skyrockets. The Phoenix Open is the highest-attended tournament on the tour, ... read more

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Published in Garden


Meet the World’s First Biodegradable Shoes

Megan Dobransky, February 7th, 2011

It’s not often a company recommends that you bury your shoes in the backyard, but that’s exactly what OAT Shoes says. As makers of the world's first biodegradable shoes, that advice is perfectly legitimate. OAT debuted the shoe collection at the Amsterdam International Fashion Week last month, where they won second place in the Green Fashion Competition. The "Virgin Collection" ... read more

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Published in Household


How to Recycle ‘Weird’ Glass

Jennifer Berry, February 7th, 2011

When it comes to recycling, knowing what not to put in the bin is sometimes just as important as getting the right materials in there in the first place. From the nuances of pizza box recycling to knowing what forms of plastic you can recycle in your local program, there's no shortage of rules to keep up with. This ... read more

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Published in Glass


Politics and Environment: What to Expect in 2011

Ryan Huffman, February 7th, 2011

President Barack Obama spent about four minutes of his Jan. 25 State of the Union address discussing conversion to a clean energy economy as a key component of “winning the future.” “We're issuing a challenge,” Obama said. “We're telling America's scientists and engineers that if they assemble teams of the best minds in their fields, and focus on the hardest ... read more

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Dos and Don’ts of Glass Recycling

Jennifer Berry, February 7th, 2011

News flash: Don't put your broken drinking glasses in your general recycling bin. Don't put mirrors, glass ovenware or windows in there either. If you live in a community that's like most, only "container glass" can go in your bin. Container glass includes items like beer and wine bottles or mustard and pickle jars. This type of glass is food ... read more

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Published in Glass


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