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Bus Tour to Promote Sustainable Foods

Trey Granger, July 31st, 2007

This E-wire release profiles a bio-fueled bus tour taking place in August that will promote sustainable food throughout the country and the people who produce, distribute and eat it. The "Eat Well Guided Tour of America" will hit 25 towns from August 2-September 9, and is planning to showcase the summer harvests of different areas with seminars and tastings. "The ... read more

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West Indies Resort to Offer Carbon-Free Vacation

Trey Granger, July 25th, 2007

LA TANTE, GRENADA, WEST INDIES - The recently opened Paradise Bay Resort and Spa in Grenada, Eastern Caribbean, is the first resort in the world with a utility grade windmill, producing more energy than the resort needs. The windmill, installed in March 2007, is still waiting for the local electricity company to interconnect and take the excess energy. The resort ... read more

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North American Countries Partner on Energy Technology

Trey Granger, July 24th, 2007

The Environmental News Network reports that the United States, Canada and Mexico are partnering on the development of alternative energy by reducing the barriers on sharing ideas between countries. While all three countries have been working individually on issues like renewable fuels and natural resources, this five-year agreement will allow the countries to collaborate without fear of competition. "The countries ... read more

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How To Monitor Hazardous Products

Jourdan Rassás, July 24th, 2007

The following is the second part in an Earth 911 week-long series on household hazardous waste. Part 1 - What Makes Things Hazardous? Part 2 - How to Monitor Hazardous Products Part 3 - How to Store Hazardous Products Part 4 - How to Properly Dispose of HHW How you can tell if household products are hazardous? Determining which products ... read more

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The 2007 SB20: World’s Top Sustainable Stocks

Trey Granger, July 19th, 2007

Sustainablebusiness.com released its 2007 Sustainable Business 20 List recognizing public companies that are helping to create an environmentally sustainable society. The list included a few companies that focus entirely on environmental products and services, as well as several that incorporate environmental policies into their daily operations. "To choose the 20 companies that make up the list, SustainableBusiness.com partnered with KLD ... read more

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Save Gas This Summer

Mark Rappaport, July 19th, 2007

This month's greenlight article reminds us that there are a lot of things we can do to save on fuel and money when heading out for summer vacation. greenlight magazine is a publication that is focused on providing consumers with practical information about the environment. The earth-friendly, digital format magazine, Greenlight teams up with Earth 911 to provide one article ... read more

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Twelve Youth Activists & Scientists Recognized by Action for Nature

Trey Granger, July 17th, 2007

SAN FRANCISCO, July 17, 2007 – From California to Korea, 12 young people are showing the world what it takes to save the planet. They’re in the lab trying to develop affordable alternative fuels, talking to fishermen about safer nets to protect sea turtles, working with politicians to stop global warming and more. These 12 extraordinary youth are the 2007 ... read more

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University of Delaware Researcher Says Seeds from Salt-Tolerant Plant a Promising Source of Biodiesel

Trey Granger, July 10th, 2007

July 10, 2007 — By Randall Chase, Associated Press LEWES, Del. -- John Gallagher pinches a pod from the long-stemmed plant in the greenhouse next to his office, cracks it open and pops the BB-sized seeds into his mouth. "They're not going to compete with peanuts, but they're good," said Gallagher, a University of Delaware researcher. While the seashore mallow might be handy ... read more

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Going Green Made Easy

Earth911, May 7th, 2007

How can you go green at home? Here are 10 simple steps to green up your life and change the planet. 1. Buy Only What You Need Plain and simple—don't over purchase. However, when buying items that you use daily or in large quantities, consider buying in bulk. You will save money and packaging. Consider splitting bulk purchases with neighbors or ... read more

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Clean Boating Suggestions

Larry Cummings, April 19th, 2007

Proper waste disposal and equipment maintenance can have a positive impact on the marine environment. Learn more about what you can do to minimize waste when taking care of your engine and bilge, changing your oil, fueling your boat and disposing of trash, grey water and sewage. Sewage Management Tips Impact of Boat-Related ... read more

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