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New Widget Makes Sense of Water

Jennifer Berry, December 30th, 2008

The U.S. EPA recently released a new widget to help consumers reduce their water usage through monthly tips and suggestions covering topics like water-efficient lawn care and fixing leaks at home. According to the EPA, "A recent government survey showed at least 36 states are anticipating local, regional or statewide water shortages by 2013. But by using water more efficiently, ... read more

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New Communities in Tucson, AZ, to Recycle Wastewater

Jennifer Berry, September 26th, 2008

In Tucson, Ariz., future communities will feature water recycling for individual subdivisions, reports Fox 11 AZ. In these new communities, residents will water their plants and lawns with recycled water from sinks, showers and bathtubs. The Tucson City Council unanimously approve the ordinance, which will take effect June 1, 2010, to require builders to include the waste system needed to connect ... read more

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8 Ways to Green Your Workout

Trey Granger, September 22nd, 2008

This story is part of Earth911’s “Green Eight” series, where we showcase eight ways to green your life in various areas. Exercise is an important part of staying healthy and looking fit. But is it possible to reduce your waistline while keeping your environmental footprint "fit" as well? Here's eight ways to start: 1. Exercise Outdoors Gym memberships can be convenient and provide ... read more

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8 Ways to Green Your Day Off

Trey Granger, September 1st, 2008

This story is part of Earth911’s “Green Eight” series, where we showcase eight ways to green your life in various areas. Unless you work in retail, you probably get Labor Day as a paid holiday. Days off may be few and far between, but that doesn't mean they can't be green. Here's eight ways to help out the environment on Labor ... read more

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My Green Move: Part Two

Libuse Binder, August 25th, 2008

My Green Move is an exclusive Earth911 two part series documenting the environmental ups and downs of freelance writer Libuse Binder. Follow her from New York to Seattle and pick up some great green moving tips along the way. Check out My Green Move: Part One. Those last few days before liftoff are always a little tough, and ours were ... read more

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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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Florida Governor Crist Applauds Green Lodging Program

Trey Granger, August 31st, 2007

ORLANDO, FL – Florida Governor Charlie Crist and Secretary Michael W. Sole applauded the Florida Department of Environmental Protection's Green Lodging Program and have launched the Green Lodging Program Web site at the Hilton in the Walt Disney World Resort. "The Green Lodging Program is an example of our firm commitment to reducing the effects of global climate change in our ... read more

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