Daily Archives: April 1, 2008

Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant Awards New Research Funding

Posted on April 1, 2008 by Laura B.

Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant, a program supporting research, education and outreach that contribute to a sustainable environment in the two states, announces funding awards for four research projects for 2008-2010. These projects address some long-term concerns facing the Great Lakes, including … Continue reading →

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Biofuels: The potential impacts on our water resources

Posted on April 1, 2008 by Laura B.

Join PRN for a workshop focused on helping river advocates understand the true costs of biofuel production and its impacts on Illinois water resources.  Learn how to effectively participate in the biofuels decision-making process. April 5, 2008 10:00 AM 3:00 … Continue reading →

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EPA Celebrates Earth Day Throughout April with New Web and Multimedia Features

Posted on April 1, 2008 by Laura B.

How can you reduce your carbon footprint, make your home or business water efficient or make sure our nation’s beaches stay clean this summer? April 22 is Earth Day and this year, EPA is launching several online initiatives throughout the … Continue reading →

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On the Eve of Peak Oil – How to Cut Fuel Costs

Posted on April 1, 2008 by Laura B.

Via Organic Bytes # 131, courtesy of the Organic Consumer’s Association. Obviously driving less, using mass transit, biking, walking or purchasing a fuel efficient vehicle are the best ways to cut your fuel consumption. But for those times where driving … Continue reading →

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Farewell, My Subaru

Posted on April 1, 2008 by Laura B.

Doug Fine, “adventure journalist” and NPR contributor, has written Farewell, My Subaru, a book about his year of trying to live a carbon-free life. Here’s the publisher’s excerpt: In Farewell, My Subaru, Doug Fine vows to grow as much of … Continue reading →

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Barneys New York Co-op, Loomstate and Sundance Channel Announce Launch of National T-Shirt Recycling Program

Posted on April 1, 2008 by Laura B.

Read the press release. As part of the Season 2 kick-off of “The Green” on Sundance Channel, the network has partnered with Barneys New York and the eco-chic fashion brand Loomstate to launch a first of its kind, national T-shirt … Continue reading →

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