Category Archives: Environment

Scotland Promotes Community Owned Renewable Energy

Summary. Community Energy Scotland is one of many groups advancing sustainable energy initiatives in Scotland. From their website: We believe that communities can become stronger, more self reliant and resilient by generating their own energy and using it efficiently. We provide education, … Continue reading

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Staples Inkjet Ink Cartridge Recycling Program Change in Rules and Requirements

Staples has been offering $2 for each used inkjet ink cartridge returned for recycling (up to 10 per calendar month for Base/Plus customers or 20 for Premier customers). This can result in $20 per month of in-store credit (that expires in … Continue reading

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The Chauncey Development Construction Shadow Controversy in Iowa City Prompts Awareness and Conversation About Shade and Sun Protection

A recent Moen Group development project in Iowa City called The Chauncey (pictured above) has sparked some controversy because of the perception that it will block out the entire skyline and cast a shadow over the city. (See “The Sky … Continue reading

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Birds of Paradise Project by Cornell University

Production Date. The video below was first published on Dec 3, 2012. Video Description. This fall, the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and National Geographic are bringing the Birds-of-Paradise Project to the public. Get an advance look now…and witness diverse strategies of … Continue reading

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Panasonic “Ideas for Life” and “Say Yes to Less. More to Life.”

AT&T recently began an advertising campaign that promoted the “Bigger is Better” message. At a time when we all need to be conserving and learning to live with less, such messages are detrimental. From Panasonic, a new advertising campaign encourages … Continue reading

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AT&T Bigger is Better Campaign

AT&T recently launched an advertising campaign promoting the “Bigger is Better” message. Below is one of the videos from the campaign. At a time when we need to be living simpler, smaller, and more sustainably, this message seems to be … Continue reading

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Starbucks Introduces a Reusable Recyclable Travel Coffee Cup Made of Polypropylene (Recycle Plastic #5) Selling for $1

$1 Reusable Cups In October 2012 Starbucks announced their Reusable Recyclable Travel Coffee Cup Made of Polypropylene (Recycle Plastic #5). The announcement (a blog entry on the Starbucks.com website) focused on the low cost of the cup ($1) and the fast … Continue reading

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Chico Sling rePETe Bag is Reusable and Made From Recycled Materials

Summary. The Chico Sling rePETe Bag shown here is reusable, light weight, and compact for storage when not in use. [Buy Now] It’s Green. It is made from 99% recycled materials. Comfortable. The wide shoulder strap spreads weight evenly for a … Continue reading

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Best Showerhead May be Least Expensive – Low Flow Water Saver Showerheads

Summary. Sometimes the least expensive product ends up being the better choice. Depending on your preference, you may find that an inexpensive showerhead like the one pictured above provides greater durability and a more effective water flow for showering. While … Continue reading

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Small House Society News 201211

Small House Society – News 201211 | 30 November 2012 | Friday Dear Friend, I know that time is precious for everyone, so I’ll try to keep this update short. The approximate reading time is about 5 minutes. Further down, … Continue reading

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