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Planet-Friendly and Profitable: The Rise of Ecopreneurs

Sep 30, 2016 10:59AM ● By Avery Mack

Facial scrubs from recycled coffee grounds, urban delivery of potted herbs, shared bikes: there’s no end of good ideas—and customers—when people combine enterprise with eco-concerns.

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Small Businesses Unite to Address Climate Change : CABA’s Executive Director Michael Green Leads the Way

Sep 28, 2016 01:56PM ● By Gina Cronin

A nonprofit organization in Massachusetts is evolving the local business landscape to be unified on the path to sustainability.

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Hello Escargot: Pest Control Without Chemicals

Aug 31, 2016 01:43PM

A South African vineyard uses Indian runner ducks to devour the snails that would otherwise consume delicate grape vine buds.

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Nuclear Advancement: Aerospace Giant Closes in on Superior Fusion Power

Aug 31, 2016 01:43PM

Lockheed Martin scientists are well-along in developing a safe nuclear-fusion reactor small enough to fit on the back of a truck and powerful enough to power 80,000 homes.

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Water-Wise Kitchen: A Few Small Steps Can Make the Difference

Aug 31, 2016 01:43PM ● By Avery Mack

By choosing, cooking and storing family food wisely, we can play a role in solving our planet’s diminishing potable water supplies.

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The Garden Cure: Natural Sanctuaries Heal Body and Spirit

Jul 29, 2016 01:30PM ● By Sandra Murphy

Winding nature paths, fragrant lavender fields, heirloom-tea tasting… a world of sensory delights awaits us in America’s parks and farms.

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Vegan Leather: Walk the Talk with Cruelty-Free Shoes

Jul 29, 2016 11:50AM

To know that no cow, sheep, or goat was killed to make our shoes is a convincing reason to buy footwear made with material combinations that are people- animal- and planet-friendly.

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Boston to Host 2017 Climate Leaders Summit

Jul 01, 2016 01:18PM

Secretary of State John Kerry announced last month at the U.S.-China Climate Leaders Summit, held in Bejing, that Boston will host the third annual summit next summer.

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Eco-Beach Blast: Sustainable Ways to Enjoy Sand and Surf

Jun 30, 2016 11:13AM

With a little forethought, we can spend sunny hours walking barefoot in the sand while still leaving a beach in better shape for our presence.

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Soil Sisters: Female Farmers Come of Age

Jun 30, 2016 11:13AM ● By Lisa Kivirist

Women driving tractors are surging in number, and they are bringing a fresh sensibility to farming by focusing on organic produce and sustainable practices.

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