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submitted by: Bryan Migliorisi - The Staga Network
I have recently launched a new website that is dedicated to providing people with a tool for both helping one another, as well as helping the environment at the same time.
The Staga Network is a collection of online communities based around individual neighborhoods. It provides neighborhood [...]
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The Green Chauffeur is a taxi service in Grand Rapids using only hybrid cars. Each car uses 1/3 of fuel daily compared to standard taxis.
The Green Chauffeur serves the entire Grand Rapids area 24/7.
616-617-8232
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Michigan GREEN and Superior Watershed Partnership (SWP) are offering Michigan GREEN Energy Kits:
Kit#1 - $99
(8) 13-watt CFLs
(4) 23-watt CFLs
(1) Low-flow showerhead (1.5GPM)
(1) 3-in-1 Nightlight / Flashlight
(2) Faucet Flow Moderators
Wall Switch/Outlet Sealers
Rope Caulk
Energy Tips Booklet
Michigan GREEN Carry bag
$20 will be Contributed to SWP
Kit#2 - $59
(4) 13-watt CFLs
(4) 23-watt CFLs
(1) 3-in-1 Nightlight / Flashlight
Wall Switch/Outlet [...]
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Just in case you have missed the news… The ROTHBURY FESTIVAL is coming July 3rd-6th to the Double JJ Ranch in Rothbury, Michigan.
This festival is about more than just music including:
The Think Tank -which will address the topic of Finding Energy Independence.
An Energy Fair
New World Cabaret
A Yoga Program -with instructors Vanessa Lee and [...]
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Dell Inc. and the Goodwill Association of Michigan have formed a partnership to provide recycling opportunities for unwanted computers and computer components.
The goal of this program is to divert at least 3.3 million pounds of used computers and computer equipment from landfills over one year and to provide education on the importance of [...]
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From Corn To Plastic:
Corn-based PLA is being used to replace oil-based ingredients in a wide variety of plastic and textile products. This helps solve the world’s growing waste-disposal problems, because PLA is renewable and biodegradable.
Current uses for PLA-based plastic
Plastic bottles
Bedding
Film wrap for tapes and CDs
Carpeting
Fresh food packaging
Cups and serving utensils
NatureWorks® polymer is [...]
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H.E.L.P. TRAVEL is a non-profit association whose main goal is to create various journey-missions aiming to bring solidarity and aid to West African populations.
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Earth Friendly Distilling Co., Weston MO • 40% alc./vol (80 Proof) Distilled From Grain
Drink Responsibly. Drive Responsibly. Exist Responsibly. • www.Vodka360.com
Vodka goes green!
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It takes 60 percent less energy to manufacture paper from recycled stock than from virgin materials. Half of the wood we use goes into paper products, including toilet paper and the chlorine bleaching process used to make pure white and colored papers creates dioxins that affect air, soil and water quality. Dioxins are [...]
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Cotton uses more pesticides than any other crop, accounting for nearly 25% of all pesticide use in the U.S.The application of fertilizers and pesticides to cotton crops greatly impacts soil, water and air quality, more importantly many of the pesticides used are highly hazardous and can cause a number of health risks, including [...]
