Online Resource Helps Communities Reduce Carbon Footprint

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Carbon Conscious is saving municipalities time and money in their efforts to meet their 2020 greenhouse gas reduction targets. The web site is a place for planning and public engagement. Aiming for those seeking for up-to-date information on climate action plans and policies which includes: mindful resource planning, community engagement and sustainability practices.

5 Environmentally Friendly Home Updates Everyone Should Know How to Complete

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Turn your eco-friendly “to-do” list into a “to-done” list with these five simple, yet impactful, home updates. The changes below can be easily incorporated into your regular routine, so you can help the environment without giving up your weekend.

Choosing the Most Energy-Efficient Refrigerator for Your Home

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There are a lot of things to consider when purchasing a new appliance – this is especially true with refrigerators. Before buying a new fridge, make sure you know about the different styles and which will give you the best energy efficiency.

Green Construction Needs to Go Viral

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As long as you are thinking about being efficient in the use of any resource; then you are making a difference. When you think about options and their associated costs to not only your client’s budget but to also the environment; you are definitely green as far as I am concerned. And once you realize this, then the revolution can begin

Community Initiative Gifts Gardens and Green Spaces to Multiple Cities

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The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company recently announced a multi-year community outreach initiative, GRO1000, that will result in the creation of at least 1,000 community gardens and green spaces by 2018. Scotts is partnering with Keep America Beautiful, the Garden Writers Association, Plant A Row for the Hungry, the National Gardening Association and the Franklin Park Conservatory, who are helping to bring community gardens and green spaces to cities across the United States, Canada and Europe.