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Tag Archives: Recycling
First Zero Energy School About To Be In Session
Earlier this year I shared the good news that Richardsville Elementary School was working towards becoming the first net-zero energy public school. As you can imagine, that is quite an undertaking and will be quite an accomplishment when it opens. … Continue reading
Posted in Energy
Tagged daylighting, education, energy conservation, energy-efficient, green, LEED, net zero, Recycling, renewable energy, renewable material, Richardsville Elementary, school, solar, zero energy
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Father’s Day Gifts for Fun and Environmentally-Friendly Dads
Image by bryce_edwards Father’s Day is coming up this Sunday. Hopefully you’re prepared and have something great planned for Dad. If not, I wanted to share a few Father’s Day ideas for the fun and environmentally-friendly Dad! Now, many of … Continue reading
Posted in Environment
Tagged coupons, dad, environmentally-friendly, father, Father's Day, gifts, photos, project, Recycling, sporting event
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5 Bio-Friendly Mother’s Day Ideas Fit For Any Mom
Image by Heather Elias Mother’s Day is fast approaching. Do you have anything special planned for your mother? Are you taking her out to eat? Are you buying her gifts? Are you taking her to the spa? Well, if you … Continue reading
Posted in energy-efficient
Tagged biofriendly, Energy, energy-efficient, farmer's market, garden, mom, Mother's Day, re-usable bag, Recycling
7 Comments
Swanky Hotels Worth the Green
What factors do you consider when you start planning a vacation? Be honest now…do you factor in amenities? Nearby activities? Price? Food? Exotic destination? Whether your intended destination has any green or environmentally-friendly aspects? Well, I’m sure many people consider … Continue reading
Posted in green
Tagged conservation, Eco, eco hotel, eco-conscious, environmentally-friendly, green, green certified hotels, organic, Recycling
5 Comments
5 Green Things Associated With St. Patrick’s Day
St. Patrick’s Day is coming up soon, so I wanted to lay out ahead of time some of the common (and not so common) “green” things associated with St. Patrick’s Day. St. Patrick is known as the patron saint of … Continue reading
Posted in green
Tagged Chicago River, environmental, good luck, green, Irish, Recycling, St. Patrick's Day, traditional
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Environmental Facts and Tips for Super Bowl Sunday
Last year an estimated 98.7 million Americans tuned in to the watch the big game on Super Bowl Sunday. That’s not including the 70,000+ people who actually attended the game. But do you have any idea of the costs, both … Continue reading
Posted in biofriendly, Environment
Tagged car-pool, climate change, CO2, Emissions, Energy, energy-efficient, Environment, environmental impact, fuel additive, game day, green, offset, Recycling, renewable, Super Bowl, waste
2 Comments
Environmental Commitment Going Strong in…Las Vegas?
What’s the first thing you think when I say Las Vegas? Before you get too far, I can probably guarantee “environmental commitment” was not what you were thinking. I know personally I don’t tend to think green or environmental when I … Continue reading
Posted in Environment
Tagged alternative fuel, bike, CityCenter, electric vehicles, Environment, green, hybrid, Las Vegas, LEED, non-toxic, Recycling, sustainable
5 Comments
Preserving the Environment
When it comes to preserving the environment, what is the first thing you think of? Recycling? Using solar panels? Water Conservation? Fuel Economy? Planting a tree? Cutting CO2 levels? Using “green” products instead of chemicals? Growing your own fresh herbs … Continue reading
Posted in Environment, Uncategorized
Tagged CO2, EarthCare Challenge, earthcareinside, Energy, Environment, Fuel Economy, green, Recycling, solar, water
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