Brad Pitt Narrates PBS Series e2 About Sustainability

The critically acclaimed PBS series e2, now in its third season, explores environmental challenges that global societies face with a look towards innovative solutions. Brad Pitt narrates e2 Transport which debuts today and delves into sustainable transportation alternatives such as:

Power Up With Rechargeable Batteries

This holiday season, a simple way to go green is to purchase rechargeable batteries instead of disposable alkaline batteries for electronic devices and toys. Alkaline batteries typically contain trace amounts of mercury and other elements, so they should be handled as hazardous waste upon disposal. Although they may cost more to buy, rechargeable batteries will [...]

How to Green Your Garage

Your garage may not seem like an obvious place with the potential to go green, with its storage of chemicals and gas-guzzling automobiles, but the Grist has conjured up a few tips to help lighten your environmental impact.

2nd Chance to Win HGTV Green Home

If cold weather and short days are getting you down, think ahead to next Spring when you’ll have a chance to win the 2nd HGTV Green Home in sunny Port St. Lucie, Florida. Back by popular demand, another HGTV Green Home is under construction in a green-minded, mixed-use community and will adhere to sustainable building [...]

What’s Wrong with Formaldehyde?

Formaldehyde is a chemical classified as a VOC, or Volatile Organic Compound, which vaporizes, or off-gases, at room temperature. Urea formaldehyde is of particular concern and is found in the glue/adhesive in pressed wood/particleboard/mdf products (for sub-flooring, shelving, cabinetry, and furniture); and in some paints. It is also released into the air through the use [...]

Managing Fallen Leaves the Green Way

It’s a beautiful sight to see…the crisp, colorful autumn leaves drifting slowing toward the ground…that is until your yard is covered in them! Then, the reality of what to do with all of those leaves sets in. You could haul out the leaf blower and stink up the neighborhood as you pile up the leaves; [...]

11th Annual Tucson Innovative Home Tour Scheduled

The 11th annual Tuscon Innovative Home Tour and Solar Tour is scheduled for this weekend, November 1st and 2nd. Visitors can speak with homeowners, designers and builders to gain an understanding of the latest green building techniques for new and existing homes in southern Arizona.

Green Home Tour Planned for Sedona

The mystical red rock area of Sedona, Arizona is calling all who are interesting in solar energy and green building. The ‘Living with the Sun — Sedona & Verde Valley Style’ leg of the American Solar Energy Society’s national tour will take place this Saturday, November 1st.

Green a Room With Non-Toxic Paint

Looking to spruce up a room? One easy fix is to give the walls a fresh coat of paint. If you’re not keen on the odor that fills your space as soon as you open the paint can, you’ll be pleasantly surprised to learn that there are non-toxic, virtually odor-free paints now available.

Strip Old Paint Away without the Toxins

If you like to refinish old pieces of furniture, but are concerned about the outrageous odors and harmful fumes that conventional paint strippers exude, now there are alternative, non-toxic paint strippers on the market. These new paint strippers may be a little more expensive than traditional strippers, but they are certainly a healthier option.

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