Most 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.
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... 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
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Saturday, August 28, 2010
Poland Springs Eco-Shape® Bottle
Poland Spring |
" ... 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 |
" ... 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
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 |
" ... 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 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 irrigation, 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
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Wednesday, August 18, 2010
EPOC Engine Layout |
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 |
" ... 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'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
" ... 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 |
" ... 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
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 |
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
" ... 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
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