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Skiing on Sewage: Gross or Green?

Mary Mazzoni, August 29th, 2011

One of the most significant factors influencing a ski resort’s environmental impact is the use of man-made snow. An Arizona resort is trying out a somewhat unconventional method to reduce their use of fresh water for snowmaking – paving their slopes with snow made from reclaimed wastewater. The Snowbowl Ski Resort in Flagstaff, Az. recently entered an agreement with the ... read more

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National Recycling Competition Kicks Off

Megan Dobransky, August 29th, 2011

The first-ever nationwide recycling competition for elementary, middle school and high school students launches this month. Keep America Beautiful’s Recycle-Bowl competition starts Oct. 17, but schools can start registering now. The idea is simple. Register as a school or a classroom, recycle as much as you can for a month and then report your results to KAB. There are more details, ... read more

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5 De-Cluttering Craft Projects For Your Dorm

Mary Mazzoni, August 29th, 2011

The cramped quarters of college dorms are hardly conducive to eco-conscious living. Just the thought of sleeping in a closet with a stranger is enough to make any co-ed want to grab the nearest mass-produced plastic wall organizer and call it a day. But living a green dorm life is possible. Before you hit the megastore, check out these five ... read more

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