Archive for August, 2011

How Can Kids Help the Environment or Go Green?

Kids can help the environment by learning how to recycle. This simple process helps the environment by reusing materials rather than having them pollute the environment by sitting in a landfill. When kids learn how to recycle, they are serving a great benefit to the environment by reducing the amount of pollution that gets into the atmosphere. These pollutants contribute to the destruction of the ozone layer and create smog in the air we all breathe.

Kids can be taught to go green from an early age. They should suggest that their parents learn to carpool. Read the rest of this entry »

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10 Greenest Cities in the United States

Did you know that Portland, Oregon is listed as one of top ten greenest cities to live in? That says a lot about this beautiful area and everyday more and more people are realizing what great things this community offers. To be considered part of the top ten, there are several things that need to be in place. Of course clean air and water are two of the top things on the list and Portland does a good job in both those areas and the public enjoys the benefits by being able to breath Read the rest of this entry »

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Top 10 Green States in the United States

Living a green free life is in important to many and thus knowing exactly how one’s home state ranks within the United States for being green is important. The following is the top 10 States for being green based on consumption of energy, pollution, and their policies regarding energy.

10. Colorado has over 6 of its energy output from alternative resources.

9. Oregon utilizes state wind farms to produce hydroelectric energy, which ranks them second in the U.S.

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Easy Ways to Go Green

You may be thinking about trying to live a greener lifestyle but that doesn’t mean you’ve got to give up your Directstartv.com satellite channels or start living without air conditioning. There are some easy ways to ease into being greener and you can start with…
Recycle Electronics: Instead of tossing that old laptop or keyboard consider taking it to a responsible recycler near you. They can dispose of the product properly and repurpose any of the old Read the rest of this entry »

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