Wednesday, November 25, 2009

Maura Judkis

National Mall to Get Recycling Program

Coca-Cola will sponsor the program to reduce waste from tourism to the National Mall. more >>

Which Cities are a Breath of Fresh Air?

The American Lung Association ranks cities by their amount of air pollution. more >>

The Blog That Cried Greenwashing

Some companies deserve a little more credit. more >>

Swine Flu and Factory Farming

The outbreak may be spurred on by the way our food is produced. more >>

Public Transit is Good For Your Health

You already knew it was good for the planet, but here's an added bonus. more >>

Obama's Earth Day Message

The president talks about the small things Americans can do to save the planet. more >>

10 Things You Should Know About Earth Day

Here are some facts about the environmental holiday. more >>

Catholics Unveil 'Unprecedented' Earth Day Initiative

Catholics are being urged to minimize their carbon footprints. more >>

Miss U.S.A. Dons Green Crown This Year

The crown was made with synthetic, cruelty-free gemstones. more >>

Big Waistlines Mean Bigger Carbon Footprints: Obesity and Climate Change Linked

A study shows that countries with higher average BMIs produce 20 percent more greenhouse gases than slim ones. more >>

EPA: Greenhouse Gases are a Public Health Hazard

Scientists say that six greenhouse gases pose a threat to public health and welfare. more >>

What Do You Think of Obama's Plans For High-Speed Railways?

The president unveiled plans for high-speed rail corridors in 10 regions today. more >>

Stylish Recession Cyclists Make Fashion Statements on Expensive Bikes

Helmets are not part of their fashion statement. Yikes. more >>

Yet Another Reason to Hate Spam

Spam mail wastes enough electricity to power 2.4 million homes for a year. more >>

3 Easy Ways to Green Your Beauty Routine for Earth Day

Use less, buy natural and make your own treatments. Here's how. more >>

How to Green Your Easter Celebration

Here are some tips for making this year's celebration greener than ever. more >>

Tough Choices for Earth Day

Weigh the pros and cons of your environmental decisions. more >>

Climate Change Could Ruin Your Brunch

Changing temperatures may mean the end of maple syrup. more >>

How to Host a Sustainable Passover

Local vegetables, organic Kosher wine and matzah, and more. more >>

10 Things You Should Know About GM and Segway's PUMA

GM and Segway hope that together, their two-wheeled vehicle will change the way we get around town. more >>

Surprise, Surprise: San Francisco is America's Least Wasteful City

As usual, the West Coast comes out on top. more >>

Do Bicyclists Deserve to be Taxed?

One Oregon lawmaker thinks so. more >>

How Laid-Off Workers Can Stay Green and Save Money

After the pink slip, here are some green steps for your time in between jobs. more >>

Best of the Green April Fool's Day Pranks

These four green sites have a pretty good sense of humor. more >>

Easy Green Money-Saving Tip: Get a Library Card

If you're cutting back on extras, like Netflix and other subscriptions, here are some eco-friendly ways to save cash. more >>

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