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Apple Donates iPads to Teach for America

Alexis Petru, September 26th, 2011

Used first-generation iPads still fetch a fair price on the market – on electronic buy-back sites like Gazelle or for store credit at Amazon and Apple. But Apple recently found a more altruistic way to reuse a number of first-generation iPads turned in by customers when they upgraded to the iPad 2. According to Fortune, the ... read more

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Tagged reuse, tablet

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Hey, Students! Win $5K, Dorm Makeover and More

Jennifer Berry, September 26th, 2011

The new Project Green Challenge calls on all high school and college students to improve themselves and the environment with one "challenge" each day for 30 days, starting Oct. 1. These challenges will be based on a daily theme and come complete with resources, tips, a glossary, experts, videos and more. There are even green, greener, and greenest levels, which ... read more

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How Should I Store My Air Conditioner For the Winter?

Mother Nature Network, September 26th, 2011

Written by Matt Hickman, MNN Q: I'm beginning the sad, sad conversion of my apartment from summer to fall. Is there a proper way to clean and store my window conditioner unit? A: Sad, sad is right my friend. In fact, I can’t think of a more depressing end-of-summer ritual. For the past couple weeks I’ve been avoiding even looking at the ... read more

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Tagged appliances, energy, homeappliances

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5 Fall Challenges You Can Take Now

Marisa McNatt, September 26th, 2011

Starting the fall schedule can be hectic — and can take lots of energy. Before it becomes too difficult to shake up the routine, now is the time to incorporate resource-saving techniques. Get out of your post-summer rut with these five fall challenges. 1. Give alternative transportation a try already. Ride your bike into work at least two days a week, and gradually ... read more

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