6 questions to ask your HVAC contractor

(BPT) - Cool spots. Warm spots. Rooms that smell musty. A system that seems to perpetually be cycling on and off. Any of these issues (and more) may have you doubting your HVAC system … and …

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Sustainability is more than recycling: The importance of understanding product lifecycle

(BPT) - Looking for sustainable packaging when shopping is an important step for reducing your environmental footprint. For many people, this means seeking packaging that is recyclable. While …

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Clean Energy Made Easier In New York

(NAPSI)—Reliance on electricity is growing as communities across the state transition away from pollution-producing fossil fuels to clean, sustainable power sources to combat climate change. …

Climate hub project in West Virginia draws bipartisan support from Senator Joe Manchin

(NewsUSA) - Washington, D.C.—The Center for Research in Environmental and Sustainable Technologies (CREST Foundation), a leading non-profit based in Washington, D.C., has received important local …

How San Francisco is Creating a Blueprint for Urban Transformation

(BPT) - Downtown San Francisco, known as a global hub for technology and innovation, is at a crossroads. Like many urban areas, it faces a unique set of challenges exacerbated by the pandemic. …

How sustainable is your company? 8 things to look for

At home, you ensure to recycle and curb one-time plastic use. But is your office sustainable? Firmspace compiled this list of what to look for.

Clean Energy Made Easier In Massachusetts

(NAPSI)—Reliance on electricity is growing as communities transition away from pollution-producing fossil fuels to clean, sustainable power sources to combat climate change. The U.S. Department of …

Going green: How to make your home more environmentally friendly

(BPT) - Most recent data shows that in the past five years, 85% of people have shifted their behavior to be more eco-conscious and have started thinking sustainably when making purchases*. For many, …

The chasing arrows have you chasing your tail

(BPT) - The three-arrowed triangular loop: you see it, and you know it. Or do you? Just about every type of plastic packaging today has that familiar symbol stamped on it, and while common thought …

The simplest and least expensive way consumers can help the environment

(BPT) - Recycling is one of the easiest and least expensive ways to help the environment. Although many people understand the …
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3 tips to help you make a difference in the recycling process

(BPT) - Can you recognize the symbol appearing on plastic products denoting they are recyclable? If not, you're not alone. While many …
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Data shows with sustainability top-of-mind, U.S. adults have a desire to make an impact

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Parenting Toward Positive Environmental Impact

(Family Features) If you're looking for ways to make sustainability a bigger priority for your household and family, consider these environmentally friendly ideas.

How wildfires have worsened in recent decades

Stacker cited data from the National Interagency Fire Center, NOAA, and the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection to visualize how the spread of wildfires has worsened in recent years.

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4 Benefits of Propane-Powered School Buses

(Family Features) Whether your child’s school bus takes them around the block or across town, every child deserves a safe, …
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Green infrastructure means a heavier reliance on electricity, but does the US have enough electricians?

Soonthorn Wongsaita // Shutterstock The systems that are projected to ease our reliance on fossil fuels and minimize global carbon …
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States that grow the most vegetables

AZP Worldwide // Shutterstock When it comes to their daily greens, many Americans like to shop local. Unlike fruits, the U.S. is …
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These local governments are suing Big Oil

Canva More than four decades ago, in 1978, Exxon science advisor James Black warned that "man has a time window of five to 10 …
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Beware Of Dirty Duct Cleaning Scams

(NAPSI)—Swindlers are scamming homeowners concerned about the health and safety of their families with phony air duct cleaning …
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