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Ocean Wear: Adidas Using Plastic Ocean Debris to Make Shoes

Jan 29, 2016 11:07AM

Waste and debris pulled from the ocean, including plastic, yarn, fibers, and fishing nets, will be woven into some Adidas shoes this year.

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Eco-Cappuccino: Reducing Coffee Shop Waste

Jan 29, 2016 11:07AM

We can make our Joe-to-go more planet-friendly by foregoing the paper cups and plastic stirrers.

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Eco-Friendly Dating: Going Online Makes it Easier

Jan 29, 2016 11:06AM ● By Avery Mack

Is it hard finding that special someone who really “gets” you? Online green dating sites can connect you with a world of like-minded prospects.

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It’s Easy to Be Green: At Home and On the Road

Dec 29, 2015 05:23PM ● By Avery Mack

Simple household and car fixes that take mere minutes can make a big difference in the planetary footprint we make.

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Lessons from the Paris Climate Talks

Dec 28, 2015 06:26PM ● By Andrew Held

From November 30 to December 12, 196 countries, along with observers from around the world, worked towards a final agreement that would create a plan for a decarbonized economy that would mitigate future climate disaster while allowing the world to adapt to a warmer climate.

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Green Congregations: Faith Groups Join in Preserving All Creation

Nov 30, 2015 11:26AM ● By Avery Mack

From lobbying to solar energy to recycling, congregations are working to care for our sacred planet.

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Fungus Among Us: Mushrooms Offer Pesticide-Free Insect Control

Nov 30, 2015 10:47AM

A chemical-free mushroom-based pesticide could safely target and control more than 200,000 species of agricultural pests.

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Shipping News: Early Bird Gift Shipping Saves Stress, Money and Resources

Nov 30, 2015 10:47AM

Careful planning of package delivery can lower the carbon footprint of our holiday purchases.

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Dangers in the Cosmetic Bag: Choose Safe and Healthy Natural Beauty Aids

Oct 30, 2015 11:31AM ● By Kathleen Barnes

Made-in-USA cosmetics commonly include toxic ingredients banned in the European Union; a nifty phone app can help us know when to take a pass.

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Recycling Revolution: Global Rise Bolsters Sustainability

Oct 30, 2015 10:59AM

With recycling gaining worldwide momentum, America Recycles Day on November 15 hopes to boost U.S. recycling past the 33 percent waste recycling mark.

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