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8 Ways to Green Your Home

Trey Granger, January 3rd, 2008

This story is part of Earth911’s “Green Eight” series, where we showcase eight ways to green your life in various areas. Here are eight easy ways to be eco-friendly around the house. 1. Clean Out Your Storage We all have a closet or garage full of items that aren't used anymore. An easy way to organize these areas is to group the products ... read more

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Easy Ways To Reduce Around The House

Meryl Klein, December 30th, 2007

What does it mean to reduce? More importantly, what are ways that we can reduce in our everyday lives? Three easy areas to focus reduction on are energy, water and the amount of solid waste we generate. In addition to limiting our use of these resources, it is also important to use items that have the least impact on our environment ... read more

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Sears Joins EPA to Help Protect the Planet – One Old Ice Box at a Time

Trey Granger, October 18th, 2007

Chicago, IL — Sears Home Services is joining the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's voluntary Responsible Appliance Disposal (RAD) Program to promote environmentally responsible disposal of household appliances, which will significantly reduce emissions of ozone depleting substances and greenhouse gases. "Retailers play a vital role in environmental progress as well as economic progress," said EPA Administrator Stephen L. Johnson. "When consumers buy ... read more

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New Energy Star Specifications for Two Kitchen Appliances

Trey Granger, August 3rd, 2007

Washington, D.C. - The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing specifications for two new commercial food service products -- dishwashers and ice machines -- that will earn the Energy Star label. More efficient commercial kitchen equipment can save restaurants and food service facilities from 10 to 30 percent on commercial kitchen energy consumption. "Energy efficiency is a top priority among restaurant ... read more

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Saving Energy in your Kitchen

Larry Cummings, April 2nd, 2007

Energy-Saving Kitchen Tips Be sure to place the faucet lever on the kitchen sink in the cold position when using small amounts of water. Placing the lever in the hot position uses energy to heat the water even though it never reaches the faucet. If you need to purchase a gas oven or range, look for one with an automatic, electric ignition ... read more

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