Daily Archives: July 27, 2009

Floral Footprint: The Real Price of Flowers

Posted on July 27, 2009 by Laura B.

Read the full story in Scientific American. “Roses are red….” They are also fragile and almost always flown to the U.S. from warmer climes in South America. In Europe, roses are most often imported from Africa. On either continent the … Continue reading →

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Area's First Biodiesel Production Unit Officially Opened

Posted on July 27, 2009 by Laura B.

Read the press release from the University of Tennessee. East Tennessee has officially welcomed a new alternative fuel production facility to the region, and enthusiasts from state and local government to local restaurateurs are poised to help biodiesel succeed. On … Continue reading →

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Environmentally Sustainable Back-to-School Supplies for College Students

Posted on July 27, 2009 by Laura B.

Read the press release from Smith College. Before she graduated from Smith College in May, Jessica O’Hare developed an environmental sustainability back-to-school shopping list for the students who come after her.

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