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Waste No Water: Communities Get Creative in Urging Conservation

Jul 31, 2018 12:29PM ● By April Thompson

As potable water gets scarcer worldwide, American communities are creatively exploring ways to encourage people to be always water wise.

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Art that Inspires Action: Artists Work to Save Nature’s Beauty

Jun 29, 2018 12:28PM ● By Avery Mack

By using marine debris, steel, twigs and even snow, artists are incorporating the natural world into their work while simultaneously sending out an SOS from the planet.

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Loving It: Fast Food Giants Finally Address Plastic Pollution

Jun 29, 2018 12:02PM

McDonald’s says it will end the use of harmful polystyrene foam packaging globally by year’s end, and Dunkin’ Donuts is phasing out its polystyrene foam cups in favor of paper cups.

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Meat Menace: Animal Product Emissions Rival Oil

Jun 29, 2018 12:02PM

New data shows that emissions from raising farmed animals make up about 15 percent of global human-induced emissions, with three large meat producers emitting as much as some oil companies.

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Natural Pools: Swim Amidst Stones and Plants

Jun 29, 2018 12:01PM

Natural pools, which may be built of stone and clay and filtered with aquatic plants, turn out to be both eco-friendly and price competitive compared to conventional swimming pools.

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We Need Clean Waters: Streams and Rivers Are Life Links

May 31, 2018 11:43AM ● By Avery Mack

Efforts are underway around the country to make polluted waterways clean again and to instill local appreciation for their many helpful roles.

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Livable Communities We Love: Good for People and the Planet

May 31, 2018 11:43AM ● By John D. Ivanko and Lisa Kivirist

Across the country, cities from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh to Portland are finding fresh new ways to create engaging street life for residents while eco-upgrading their green spaces, services and infrastructure.

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Quick Quarters: Simple Eco-Houses on the Upswing

May 31, 2018 11:41AM

Harnessing technology and cleverness, homebuilding startups in the Ukraine, Italy and Lebanon are offering tiny, energy-neutral, quick-built houses at low cost.

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Boston Ban: Plastic Bags Get the Boot

May 31, 2018 11:41AM

Joining a nationwide movement, Boston has banned single-use plastic shopping bags, requiring shoppers to bring their own totes or pay for eco-friendly bags.

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Eco-Upgrades for America’s Landmarks: Monuments and Parks Adopt Sustainable Practices

Apr 30, 2018 11:42AM ● By Avery Mack

From the Grand Canyon to the Gateway Arch to the Empire State Building, America’s landmarks are making the old new again with Earth-friendly changes.

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