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’100 Mile House’ Contest Calls for Truly Local Building

Christina Caldwell, March 2nd, 2012

You’ve heard of living local, but the Architecture Foundation of British Columbia (AFBC) is taking the idea to a new, sustainable level with a community challenge. The challenge; build a four person, 1,200 square foot home that exclusively uses materials that have been recycled or manufactured less than 100 miles from Vancouver. The grand prize; $5,000. Another $5,000-worth of other prizes ... read more

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Tagged competition, energy, fuel, ideas, led, recy, recycle, recycled, shipping

Published in Construction, Household


PHOTOS: Amazing Recycled Bow Ties

Alexis Petru, February 29th, 2012

Nicholas Tee Ruiz began fashioning bow ties out of recycled materials when he was looking for something unique to wear to gallery openings at New York’s Museum of Modern Art, where he works coordinating special programs and events. After creating and wearing 11 bow ties out of materials ranging from aluminum cans to LEGOs, the 24-year-old launched a ... read more

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Tagged clothingandtextile, gallery, new york, recycle, recycled, reuse

Published in Clothing


VIDEO: Amazing Recycled Bicycle Machines

Mary Mazzoni, February 28th, 2012

Bicycle recycling is nothing new. But a Guatemalan nonprofit is turning trashed bicycle parts into innovative, electricity-free machines that you have to see to believe. Based in San Andrés Itzapa, Guatemala, Maya Pedal Asociación accepts donated bikes from the U.S. and Canada, which volunteers either recondition to sell or break down to create a range of pedal-powered machines called ... read more

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Tagged bicycle, blender, recy, recycle, recycled, recycling, waterquality

Published in Metal, Uncategorized


Daytona 500 Racers to Use Recycled Motor Oil

Mary Mazzoni, February 24th, 2012

One of NASCAR's most popular racing teams, Roush Fenway Racing (RFR), will use recycled motor oil to protect the engines of its stock cars at this year's Daytona 500 race, the team announced this week. RFR will switch all its Sprint Cup and Nationwide Series teams to Valvoline NextGen - a re-refined motor oil containing 50 percent ... read more

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Tagged autopart, autoparts, Hazardous, oil, recy, recycled

Published in Automotive, Hazardous


Meet Earth911′s Green NBA All-Star Team

Mary Mazzoni, February 23rd, 2012

Fans and coaches look for similar qualities when casting their votes for the NBA All-Star team - speed on the court, mean ball-carrying skills and a fierce 3-pointer. But if Earth911 chose an All-Star team, we'd add a little eco-conscious caliber to the mix. Check out our lean, green All-Star team, and see which players are doing away with waste ... read more

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Tagged africa, energy, gallery, New Jersey, recy, recycled, recycling, student, students

Published in General


Must-Ask Eco-Questions for Your Contractor

Alexis Petru, February 23rd, 2012

Planning a home improvement project this spring? Whether you’re simply painting a room or undertaking an entire kitchen remodel, here are 10 questions to ask your contractor to make sure your project is good for the planet, your family’s health and your budget. For more tips on greening your home remodeling projects, visit nonprofit Build It Green’s website.

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Tagged carpet, Construction, constructionmaterials, energy, gallery, homeappliances, kitchen, paint, recycled, reduce, reuse, windows, wood

Published in Construction


PHOTOS: Street Fashion Made From Old Umbrellas

Mary Mazzoni, February 17th, 2012

Born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Brooklyn-based artist and designer Catherine Edouard Charlot has been turning trashed materials into stunning art and fashion for almost 30 years. The upcycling artist taught herself to sew at the tender age of 13, using her father's old shirts to create dresses, skirts and pants. As a young adult, she founded The Lion Art Craft - ... read more

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Tagged haiti, human, new york, organic, recy, recycle, recycled, recycling

Published in Clothing


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Last-Minute Green Tips For Valentine’s Day

Mary Mazzoni, February 14th, 2012

Think you can't green your Valentine's Day plans because you waited until the last minute (again)? Don't fret, planet-friendly procrastinator. Here are six green tips to help you show your love the eco way. 1. Start at the farmer's market Think your local farmer's market is just for fruits and veggies? Think again. Most farmer's markets carry a wide selection of locally-grown ... read more

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Tagged food, organic, recy, recycle, recycled, reuse, tip

Published in General


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Super Bowl Signs Recycled Into Merchandise

Mary Mazzoni, February 10th, 2012

Everything Super Bowl is coming down in Indianapolis, but it isn't being thrown away. It's being recycled into wallets, purses, messenger bags and other accessories to benefit a local nonprofit, according to recent news reports. This week, workers at Lucas Oil Stadium began the arduous task of removing layers of plastic and vinyl sheeting used as decoration, reports local ... read more

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Tagged Plastic, recy, recycle, recycled, recycling, reuse

Published in General


8 Eco-Friendly Chocolate Boxes

Mary Mazzoni, February 10th, 2012

Sure, you want to pick out the cutest (and most eco-friendly) chocolate box for your sweetie. But who has time to sift through all the fancy heart-shaped boxes to find that perfect one? Don't worry, planet-friendly Casanova. We do. Check out our picks, and make everyone on your list smile this year. Bee My Lovebug set by John & Kira's These ... read more

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Tagged africa, food, new york, organic, recycled

Published in General


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