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“Green” New Years Resolutions

Posted on December 28, 2012 by Rob

Tweet Every year around this time you start to hear people talk about their “New Years resolution”, all the things they are going to do different to better themselves in the new year. Unfortunately, many of these “resolutions” don’t make … Continue reading →

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Boulder Holiday Recycling Guide

Posted on December 21, 2012 by Rob

Tweet After all of the presents are unwrapped, the Yule Log is nothing but ash and your belly is full of eggnog, it’s time to do some post holiday cleaning. During the holidays Americans create 25% more trash. Pretty crazy, … Continue reading →

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For The Hardcore Recycler

Posted on October 19, 2012 by Rob

Tweet I’ve done plenty of research and read a ton of articles on recycling, the positive impact it has on the environment, and the different ways you can make changes around your home to do so. However, this one was … Continue reading →

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Should Plastic Bags Be Banned?

Posted on October 12, 2012 by Rob

Tweet Almost every grocery store cashier asks you the same question, “paper or plastic?”. It seems that there is a good chance that the “plastic” option may be gone pretty soon. Here is an article from The Wall Street Journal, … Continue reading →

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Toilet Paper More Eco-Friendly

Posted on September 14, 2012 by Rob

Tweet Here is an interesting and informative article from GreenBiz, on how the paper industry (and especially toilet paper) is doing it’s part to lessen it’s negative impact on the environment. Most toilet paper available today for the  away-from-home market … Continue reading →

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Recycled Water, Would You Drink It?

Posted on August 28, 2012 by Rob

Tweet With nearly 60% of the U.S. going through drought conditions, and half of all the countries in the world declared as disaster areas, there is a need to find a solution for another source of water. But where would … Continue reading →

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Easy Tips For Turning Your Home Into A “Green” Home

Posted on August 10, 2012 by Rob

Tweet Many people would like to have a more environmentally friendly or “green” home but feel they would have to make drastic changes in their lives to do it. Luckily, this isn’t the case. There are little changes you can … Continue reading →

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Plastic Bags in Boulder – Update from the Boulder City Council

Posted on May 29, 2012 by Allie

Tweet Earlier this month, we covered the City of Boulder’s upcoming agenda item regarding possible regulation of plastic and paper bags.  The Boulder City Council met on May 15th to discuss the range of options for regulating the use of … Continue reading →

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Green Holiday Tips

Posted on December 14, 2011 by Allie

Tweet The holidays are quickly approaching and there is still much to do.  Take a moment from your hectic holiday planning and check out these simple, no-nonsense ways to green your holiday season.  These tips may even save you some … Continue reading →

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