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Earth911′s ‘Old Dog’ Learns New Green Tricks

Barry Monheit, March 2nd, 2012

Written by Barry Monheit, CEO, Earth911, Inc. Growing up in the ‘60s, the closest thing we had to recycling was when I got my cousin Steve’s hand-me-down clothing. Then, as time went by, we used to separate our old newspapers and the maintenance man would come by and collect them. He probably received a few bucks for his trouble. When we moved ... read more

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Tagged batteries, cardboard, cell phone, curbside, light bulbs, lightbulb, lightbulbs, newspaper, oil, recy, recycle, recycling, tip, trash

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New LED Bulbs Light Up National Mall

Alexis Petru, February 3rd, 2012

At a press conference on the National Mall on Jan. 30, Energy Secretary Steven Chu and Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar flipped a ceremonial light switch to reveal the park’s energy upgrades: LED light bulbs installed in the 173 streetlight posts that line the National Mall’s walkways, the Alliance to Save Energy reports. The super-efficient, brighter bulbs will reduce ... read more

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Tagged energy, government, led, light bulbs, lightbulb

Published in Household


VIDEO: Soda Bottles Upcycled into Solar Light Bulbs

Alexis Petru, January 31st, 2012

In 2009, 3 million households outside of Manila, Philippines, still didn’t have access to electricity, according to the country’s electrification commission. But the MyShelter Foundation wants to help Filipino families get out of the dark, aiming to light up 1 million homes in the Philippines by the end of this year. MyShelter’s latest project, A Liter of Light, takes plastic ... read more

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Tagged electric, energy, light bulbs, Plastic, plasticbottles, recycled, solar

Published in Plastic


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Oregon to Address Mercury in CFLs

Mary Mazzoni, January 20th, 2012

Oregon's legislature will once again consider a proposal to reduce mercury in compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs). The proposal - introduced on Wednesday by the Senate Environment and Natural Resources Committee - is less restrictive than a failed 2011 bill that would have made it illegal to dispose of the bulbs in landfills and required manufacturers to pay for ... read more

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Tagged cfl, energy, light bulbs, lightbulb, mercury, recy, recycle, recycling

Published in Appliances


Vending Machine Accepts Light Bulbs, Batteries

Amanda Wills, December 13th, 2011

You've heard of reverse vending machines that reward recyclers for depositing bottles and cans. But what about light bulbs and batteries? reVend Recycling Ltd., a U.K.-based reverse vending machine manufacturer, is launching a unique line of recycling machines for the collection of domestic batteries and light bulbs - including incandescents, CFLs and LEDs, the company announced on Monday. Jointly designed by ... read more

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Tagged batteries, denmark, light bulbs, recycled, recycling

Published in Household


Bacteria, Not Electricity, Powers This Light Bulb

Mary Mazzoni, December 5th, 2011

We've all heard of energy efficient lighting, but how about lighting that requires no electricity at all? Dutch electronics company Philips is testing a futuristic lighting technology powered solely by recycled household waste and live bacterial culture. While inviting bacteria into your home may sound a little icky, the company's "bio-light" harnesses the power of microorganisms to provide soft, cozy ... read more

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Tagged appliances, energy, light bulbs, recy, recycle, recycled

Published in Household


8 Quick Ways to Save $290 This Month

Mary Mazzoni, October 27th, 2011

Many of us are on pretty tight budgets these days. So, you cut back on eating out, ditch the trips to the movie theater and refrain from buying those shiny new shoes. But the best way to save money and cut back on waste is right in your own home. This month, try using these eight simple steps to cut ... read more

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Tagged appliances, bath, bathroom, brush, cfl, computer, dishwasher, DIY, energy, food, led, light bulbs, packaging, reduce, reuse, shower, television, toilet

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5 Unbelievable Recycled Crafts

Mary Mazzoni, October 17th, 2011

The notion of crafting trash into treasure can bring to mind the newspaper hats and sand-filled mason jars of your childhood. But recycled crafts don’t have to look a kid’s art project. To prove it, here are five chic and sophisticated craft ideas made from some pretty surprising materials. 1. Radiator vase This elegant vase is prim and pretty enough to ... read more

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Tagged bath, bathroom, cfl, Crafts, DIY, ideas, kitchen, light bulbs, newspaper, paint, recycled, reuse, reuseweekend, windows, wood

Published in Household


Conserve Energy in the Kitchen

Marisa McNatt, September 29th, 2011

Ever wondered if washing dishes by hand saves water and energy over using the dishwasher? Or, should you replace the fridge from 1989, even though it’s still running? We’ve got the inside information on keeping it efficient in the kitchen. A more efficient refrigerator The fridge is the single biggest energy-consuming appliance in most households, according to the EPA. And the older it ... read more

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Tagged appliances, cfl, dishwasher, DIY, energy, gas, kitchen, led, light bulbs, packaging, reduce, refrigerator, steel, stove

Published in Household


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5 Ideas for Pollution Prevention Week

Mary Mazzoni, September 20th, 2011

Monday marked the start of Pollution Prevention Week. And what better way to celebrate than by shrinking your footprint at home? If you want to do your part but can’t fit planning into your busy schedule, you’re in luck. Here are five quick and easy ways to reduce your pollution just in time for the planet-changing holiday. 1. Conserve energy The ... read more

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Tagged aluminum, appliances, batteries, bicycle, cfl, energy, food, gas, glass, ideas, led, light bulbs, medications, oil, paint, recycle, reduce

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