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Balloon Doom: Far-Flying Rubber Harms Sea Creatures

Apr 28, 2017 11:47AM

The helium balloons released into the sky at special events often come down in ocean waters, where they damage the digestive tracts of fish, dolphins, whales and sea turtles.

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Eco IKEA: Designing Cabinets and Chairs Made from Recyclables

Apr 28, 2017 11:47AM

Ikea’s new line of “no waste” products includes cabinet doors made partly of recycled plastic bottles, a chair made of recycled plastic and wood, and vases made of recycled glass.

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Choo Choo Breakthrough: Wind-Powered Trains in Holland

Apr 28, 2017 11:47AM

All of the electric trains in the Netherlands are now running on energy generated by wind turbines, transmitted via high-voltage power lines.

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Greener Diapers: Cloth Better than Disposable for People and the Planet

Apr 28, 2017 11:47AM

About 7.4 billion pounds of dirty plastic baby diapers pile up in landfills each year, yet cloth diapers offer clear environmental and cost advantages and even help with potty training.

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Herbs that Beat the Heat: Favorite Varieties that Flourish in Summer

Apr 28, 2017 11:47AM ● By Barbara Pleasant

Some of the best plants to keep as summer companions are herbs that enrich life with their flavors, fragrances and beauty. Whether potted or in the garden, these herbs thrive in hot weather.

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Eco Yards: Turning Lawns into Native Landscapes

Mar 31, 2017 10:31AM ● By Lisa Kivirist and John D. Ivanko

In all climates and terrains, native plants offer more attractive, lower maintenance, planet-friendly alternatives to monoculture turf lawns.

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Butterfly Rescue: How to Create Helpful Home Habitats

Mar 31, 2017 10:20AM

We can give a helping hand to vanishing species of butterflies by planting blossom-rich landscapes.

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Eco-Friendly Home Building: Innovations Boost Energy Efficiency

Mar 31, 2017 10:20AM ● By John D. Ivanko and Liam Kivirist

Smart energy technologies make our homes healthier, more comfortable and more affordable, all while helping our home planet.

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Forever Green: Eco-Burial Options Grow

Feb 28, 2017 12:45PM ● By Avery Mack

The latest creative and Earth-friendly options include converting remains into tree planters, jewelry, ocean reefs and even vinyl records.

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Raw Hide: A Veggie Leather Alternative

Feb 28, 2017 12:25PM

Iowa State University researchers have made synthetic-leather shoes and vests out of fabric they developed using kombucha tea, vinegar and water.

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