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Eat, Drink and be Merry the Green Way
Environmental consciousness does not have to be left at home when dining and going out. Instead, simple tips make it easy to develop a green palate while still having fun out and about with friends and family. More>> |
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Go Green with Friends & Family
One of the greatest gifts of going green is that it can actually change the way we interact with our friends and families. We grow closer as a result of changing our behaviors and making new lifestyle improvements together. Today, make the decision to change your behavior. One green habit can be passed on easily. More>> |
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Reduce, Reuse & Recycle
There is no such place as "away" for items thrown out. According to the EPA, every day in the United States, roughly 690,000 tons of materials are dumped in landfills. However, 75 to 90 percent of your waste can be recycled. Learn to do more with less, advertise your trash and consider composting. More>> |
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Become a Green Consumer
Some of the biggest problems facing our planet begin with consumer choices. Shop smarter and rethink your routine to become a greener consumer and decrease the impact your choices have on the environment. More>> |
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Green Your Ride
Changing what and how you drive can save you a small fortune, turn the tide on climate change and clean the air. More>> |
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Clean Green
Slightly change how you clean and with what you clean to decrease your environmental impact. For example, wash clothes in cold rather than hot water. If 1 million people did this, we'd eliminate 250,000 tons of CO2 annually.
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Home, Green Home
Retrofitting, energy auditing and unplugging unused items save money and decrease impact on the environment. Homes account for more than 20 percent of our national energy demand. Learn tips to save in every room. More>> |
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Now is the time for change
As we reflect on time passed and progress into the new year, have we considered “improving air quality” as a resolution?
Uncover misconceptions about environmental stewardship. More>> |
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Go green for the holidays to save
some green
When preparing for holiday decorating, shopping and gift-giving, consider how to do so in a more environmentally-friendly way. It could also save you some green.
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Thanks in advance for going green
Simple tips for preparing for, traveling to and cleaning up after the holiday. Make it a stress-free, eco-friendly Thanksgiving. More >> |
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Forget orange and black. Go green at Halloween!
Simple tips make for a fun and environmentally friendly holiday. Whether choosing a costume, planning a party or trick-or-treating, there are plenty of options for going green. More >> |
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Green your lunch routine
Help eliminate the 3.5 billion pounds of lunchbox garbage generated every year. Green your lunch as well as your family’s. It will reduce your impact and save you some cash. More >> |
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Clean air curriculum for back to school
Turning off your vehicle when picking up kids and planning ahead when purchasing school supplies are choices that can reduce your impact on the environment. More >> |
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Summer, grills heating up—remember tips to go green, breathe clean
As summer temperatures soar, it’s important to be aware of air pollution watch and warning days which occur when high levels of ozone are present in the air. You can reduce your impact on ozone by greening your grill. More >> |
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Swap a solo commute for working at home or another alternative
Rapid population growth in the past decade has led to major traffic congestion. With increased congestion comes air quality concerns. More >> |
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Refresh your commute
The majority of U.S. workers commute five miles or less to work. However, 87 percent commute by driving. Biking and walking are two practical options for many commuters. More >> |
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Get on board, try transit
With hot weather creeping up on North Texas and ozone season in swing, it's important to consider mass transit as a way to get where you need to go. Taking transit helps improve the air quality in North Texas. More >> |
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Drive or ride in a hybrid, reduce emissions
Choosing the best car for your needs greatly impacts fuel economy. One of the best types of vehicle on the market is a hybrid. If you can't buy a personal hybrid vehicle, consider hailing a green taxi next time you need to find a ride. More >> |
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Vehicle, fuel choices can reduce emissions
Traditional gasoline and diesel fuel are no longer the only choices for fueling a vehicle. There are numerous other alternative fuels, such as ethanol, electricity, natural gas, propane and hydrogen, just to name a few. More >> |
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Driving cleaner, idling less
2009 is the perfect year to commit to go green, breathe clean. Make a New Year's resolution to keep up good driving habits and improve air quality with these simple tips.
Separate fact from fiction when it comes to driving and idling habits. More >>
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