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The Greenest Show on Grass

Jennifer Berry, February 9th, 2012

This year, the Waste Management Phoenix Open had an ambitious goal: go completely zero-waste. Through comprehensive waste diversion and some clever upgrades, this year's tournament might just be the "Greenest" Show on Grass.

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Tagged composting, gallery, recycle, reduce, reuse, sportinggoods

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Millions of Golf Balls Ended Up Here

Mary Mazzoni, October 20th, 2011

There’s nothing quite like a game of golf. Spend the afternoon soaking up the outdoors, getting some exercise and hoping for that one good hit. But as all golf-lovers know, the sport can get expensive. Enter Golf Ball Planet, an online retailer that collects recycled golf balls, refurbishes them and sells them for huge discounts. The company has rescued millions ... read more

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Tagged reuse, sportinggoods

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10 Things You Never Knew Were Recyclable

Amanda Wills, June 22nd, 2011

1. Hair Nope, you didn't read that wrong. Human hair is compostable and recyclable. Hair from your hairbrush or fur from your pet are full of useful nitrogen that can be thrown in the compost pile. Donating your hair could help clean up future oil spills. San Francisco nonprofit Matter of Trust collects human and pet hair to create booms that soak ... read more

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Tagged batteries, clothingandtextile, composting, food, nonferrousmetal, organicwaste, recycling, solidwaste, sportinggoods

Published in Household


Sneak Peek: Green at the Phoenix Open

Jennifer Berry, January 13th, 2011

"The Greatest Show on Grass" is about to get more green than ever before. Earth911 had the opportunity to preview some of the sustainable initiatives that will take place at the upcoming Waste Management Phoenix Open at the Official Phoenix Open Media Day this week. With almost a half-million visitors expected to arrive at the TPC Scottsdale, the Phoenix Open ... read more

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Tagged aluminumcan, composting, number1plasticPETE, recycle, reduce, sportinggoods

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Green Ski Trips For the Holidays

Mary Mazzoni, December 10th, 2010

Trips to the mountains for skiing and other snowy sports are a winter tradition for many families. And while any activity involving the great outdoors is a win for us, we’ve been thinking: Is there any way to make your ski vacation a little greener? If you’ve been wondering the same thing, you’re in luck. Here are a few things you ... read more

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Tagged greentravel, holidaytravel, sportinggoods

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7 Ways to Power Up

Jennifer Berry, August 9th, 2010

It's no secret that rechargeable batteries are touted as great green upgrades for your tech. Less trips to the store, you save money and resources over time, they're always on hand. In the right circumstances, they're fantastic. But aren't we all getting bored with typical charging stations that just plug into the wall? This writer sure is. They're not ... read more

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Tagged energy, rechargeablebatteries, singleusebatteries, sportinggoods

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The Next Big Thing: Eco-Impact Transparency

Tonic, June 11th, 2010

We've all gotten used to the nutritional labels on our packaged foods. By law, the calorie, fat and sugar content must be listed on all pre-packaged edibles. But can you imagine a day when products of all kinds - from clothes to electronics to sporting goods - are marked with information on the ecological impact of their manufacturing, packaging and ... read more

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Tagged clothingandtextile, packaging, sportinggoods

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How Kids Are Saving the Planet

Lori Brown, April 19th, 2010

Mary McLeod Bethune once said, "We have a powerful potential in our youth, and we must have the courage to change old ideas and practices so that we may direct their power toward good ends." These children, teens and young adults have done more than their fair share for their communities and the environment, proving that age doesn't coincide with the ... read more

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Tagged computers, noteworthy, plasticbags, plasticbottles, sportinggoods, waterquality

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Major Green Tax Deductions

Trey Granger, February 15th, 2010

Ah, tax season. The time of year where no accomplishment is unworthy of mention if it equals a write-off. If you've taken the time (and money) to invest in energy-efficiency or other green initiatives, there's likely a deduction for that. Here's a quick breakdown of what you might be eligible for this year. Behind the Wheel First, the good news: If you participated ... read more

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Tagged airconditioner, basics, book, cdsanddvds, cfl, clothingandtextile, computers, energy, gas, homeandofficefurniture, homeappliances, sportinggoods, television, videotapes

Published in Household


Wow, You Can Recycle That?

Lori Brown, February 8th, 2010

A few weeks ago, Earth911 investigated some of the lesser known recyclables. Sure, they don't receive as much media attention as some of their co-stars like the plastic bottle or the aluminum can, but your massive response to "I Didn't Know That Was Recyclable!" proved that there is an outcry to dispose of those odd items. From paint and batteries ... read more

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Tagged airconditioner, antifreeze, cookingoil, drinkboxes, homeappliances, ideas, motoroil, noteworthy, number4plasticLDPE, number5plasticPolypropylene, oilfilters, packingmaterials, pvc, refrigerator, sportinggoods, washeranddryer

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