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Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Philadelphia Single Stream Recycling Now Accepts all Recyclable Plastics

Recycle Now PhiladelphiaMost municipalities accept #1 - PET and #2 - HDPE plastics for recycling.  Philadelphia now accepts #3 -#7 as well! This means #3 - Vinyl, #4 - LDPE, #5 - PP, #6 - PS and #7 - other / mixed.

" ... Philadelphia has citywide single stream recycling. ... all recyclables can be put in the same container, including plastics and cardboard."  This makes it easier for residents and business as there is no more sorting into different containers at home.

There is even a section about debunking Phila Recycling Myths ... that gives the real info on recycling in the City.

Check out the web site for information you can use no matter where you live !



Via:  Recycle Now Philadelphia LINK

Saturday, August 28, 2010

Poland Springs Eco-Shape® Bottle

Poland Spring
Poland Spring has been actively reducing the amount of plastic in its water bottles.  Less plastic means less energy to make, less energy to ship and less impact overall.  Of course recycling the bottles completes the loop.

" ... Eco-Shape® bottle ... made with an average of 30% less plastic ... a label approximately one-third smaller ... more flexible so it's easier to crush for recycling. ..."

The label notes that the cap is also smaller ... resulting in less plastic !



Via:  Poland Spring LINK

Friday, August 27, 2010

Lennar PowerSmart Energy Efficient Homes

Lennar PowerSmart
Lennar builds the PowerSmart home in several states.  These homes have efficiency and energy savings build it.

" ... PowerSmart home by Lennar. ... green home designed to save you money while ... saving the environment. ..."
  • Features include " ... Tight construction ... Improved Thermal Systems ... 
  • High Efficiency power vented gas water heater ... High- Efficiency Toilets ... Low- Flow Faucets ..."

Via: Lennar ™ LINK

Friday, August 20, 2010

Arizona Public Services & SunPower Create Largest Solar Project on Federal Property


Arizona Public Service
The 15 megawatt PV plant will be located at Luke AFB in Glendale, Arizona.  Comprised of 52,000 SunPower PV panels it will be the " ... largest solar installation on U.S. government property."

SunPower
"Arizona Public Service Co. will own and operate ... hired SunPower Corp. to design and construct the solar plant ..."

" ... will ... follow the sun ... 25 percent more energy than if the panels were stationary. ..."


Via:  Arizona Public Service LINK

Thursday, August 19, 2010

San Diego Saves Water


San Diego - Save Water San Diego is currently in a Level 2 - Drought Alert Condition.· San Diego imports over 80% of its water so when water supplies get tight water conservation and reuse is critical. Two new plants provide for 45 million gallons / day of water from waste ...


" ... has built ... plants [to] treat wastewater to a level that is approved for irrigationSan Diego graphic, manufacturing and other non-drinking, or non-potable purposes. ... Recycled water gives San Diego a dependable, year-round, locally controlled water resource."


Via: The City of San Diego LINK

Wednesday, August 18, 2010

Opposed-Piston Opposed-Cylinder Engine
EPOC Engine Layout
EcoMotors International has developed the OPOC engine - opposed-piston opposed-cylinder engine.  This engine can run on a number of fuels and is lighter in weight and produces more power than a conventional engine.

The basic engine "unit" has 2 pistons per cylinder and multiple "units" can be coupled for a more powerful engine - or one or more "units" can be turned off at idle or during highway speeds.

" ... demonstrate, in 2010, the automobile industry's first 5-passenger car capable of 100 mpg on the EPA highway cycle."

" ... ground-breaking internal combustion engine ... eliminates the cylinder-head and valve-train components ... lighter, more efficient and economical, with lower exhaust emissions compared with conventional designs...."



Via:  EcoMotors International  LINK

Thursday, August 12, 2010

Fuji Water is Carbon NEGATIVE

earthera carbon offset shipping
When buying Viva Terra products you have the option to purchase carbon offsets for the delivery of your order.

" ... reduce the environmental impact ... by selecting EarthEra® ...  For ... $1 per order, customers balance the carbon emissions associated with the delivery of their purchases ..."

" ... EarthEra is powered by NextEra Energy Resources, America's largest producer of wind and solar power."




Via:  Viva Terra LINK

Wednesday, August 11, 2010

viva terra logoViva Terra's Mad Mats® are made from recycled plastics.  This is a great way to reduce landfill use and reuse good materials.

" ... Mad Mats® are made from recycled plastic bottles and packing materials ... absorb no stains, can easily be cleaned with garden hose or sponge, and won't trap water or mildew. ..."

For an additional $1 in shipping fees you can offset the carbon impact from shipping.  Details on the Viva Terra web site under shipping.


Via:  Viva Terra LINK

Tuesday, August 10, 2010

EarthEra® - Carbon Offsets for Mail Ordered Goods

earthera carbon offsets
 When buying Viva Terra products you have the option to purchase carbon offsets for the delivery of your order.

" ... reduce the environmental impact ... by selecting EarthEra® ...  For ... $1 per order, customers balance the carbon emissions associated with the delivery of their purchases ..."

" ... EarthEra is powered by NextEra Energy Resources, America's largest producer of wind and solar power."




Via:  Viva Terra LINK

Friday, August 6, 2010

What do you do with your old cookware when you upgrade?  One option is Freecycling it.  But ... if you buy from Calphalon you can have your old cookware recycled for free.

The process is simple:  Pack the old cookware in the box from the new cookware (reuse) and they will provide a UPS shipping label to cover the shipping.  Shortly after you should receive two 100% recycled cotton shopping bags (reduce and reuse).

Here is an interesting bit of information from their web site ...
"Fact: Over 80 percent of items in landfills can be recycled, but they're not."

What can you recycle that you are currently tossing in the trash ... ?



Via:  Calphalon LINK

Thursday, August 5, 2010

GreenandSave.com
GREENandSAVE has a Website and Blog with lots of good "green" information.  There are tips to increase your "individual green-ness" and links to many green items in the news including green job training.

Check out the Experts Tip section for lots of ideas you can use to save energy, money and the planet.  Tips I found include ways to save water this summer and ideas for a greener Christmas.

 ... strives to inform the public about eco-conscious living, environmental matters, ... feature daily news, information and blogs  ... mission is to expand readers’ awareness of environmentally conscious efforts ... and encourage participation."


Via:  Green and Save  LINK

Wednesday, August 4, 2010

Green Activities at the University of San Francisco

The University of San Francisco has a Green Team that focuses on sustainability.  One interesting outcome was to modify water fountains so they more easily fill water bottles - helping to foster using a reusable bottle.

" ... reduce the ... use of plastic water bottles by using refillable bottles and drinking tap water. ... switching to compostable flatware to assist the composting program ... starting composting in the residence halls ..."


Via:  University of San Francisco  LINK