PEOPLE GOING GREEN
People of all ages want to live in a healthy environment and that's why they're doing their part to go green. Here are some everyday eco-tips and ideas on what people think should be done.
Taking green to the altar
Couples at home being eco-friendly, starting with their weddings.
How green is my baby?
Being an eco-friendly parent sometimes takes a little more time, a little more effort, a little more money. But baby steps are better than nothing.
More people choosing to recycle
Combining all recyclable products into a single container is just one reason for a recent spark in recycling.
Saving the environment by carpooling
Find a buddy that you work with and see what the two of you, together, can do to save some green and *go green.
What are you doing to be green?
A simple question with simple answers. People help spread the word about how easy it is to go green by explaining how they help the environment on a daily basis.
The graying of the greens
With aging memberships, environmental groups reach out to younger members.
Plastic bags vs. canvas bags
An easy way for you to help reduce the amount of plastic bags given out at stores.
Recycling printer cartridges
They might be out of ink but don't be quick to throw away your old printer cartridges. Find out how schools benefit from your empty product.
Kids feel right at home in the future
Competition lets middle schoolers predict what the ideal next-generation city should look like. Their visions: Green, clean, and full of...indoor water parks?!?!
Recycling paper and water bottles
It sounds simple but people often forget to recycle their unused paper and empty water bottles. Here's an easy tip to help people remember.
Recycling aluminum cans at school
An 11-year-old Florida student is on a mission to save the environment, "one aluminum can at a time." And it's all starting at her school.
Going green: What should be done?
People have their own interpretation of what it means to "go green." Here are some tips for conserving energy, enjoying the environment and how to utilize the natural energy that surrounds us.
A "Green Teen" fights for our environment
A 14-year-old from Connecticut gives back to her community by volunteering and teaching others about the environment and the problems we are currently facing.
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