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RI Chapter of USGBC announces lineup of events and workshops
Information and sign-ups can be found on the Chapter’s website . The RI Chapter of the USGBC has been planning its events and workshops for the first half of 2010 and has provided an exciting line-up including the NFL’s Climate Change Initiative event coming in mid-March. You’ve should become a member a member and get involved.   Did you know?
Green Life Smart Life - Wednesday, March 10, 2010
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Out OF EDEN - A Natural INSULATION CHOICE
Hopefully this in another step in bringing natural fibre insulation products closer to mainstream acceptance and to getting them the recognition they deserve.” For further information on Edenbloc 35 or other insulation products from Second Nature UK Ltd, please visit www.secondnatureuk.com or email info@secondnatureuk.com . Source: Choice PR for Second Nature UK Lt Putting your woollies on has always been a cost effective way to stay toasty and avoid spiralling central heating costs. Now, thanks to a new innovation from Second Nature UK Ltd, our homes can also benefit from
Green (Living) Review - Tuesday, March 9, 2010
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PickupPal Takes the Blind-Date Feeling out of Ride Sharing
We inform Drivers of potential pickups. We inform the Passenger that Drivers have offered rides. Launched in January of 2008 by John Stewart and Eric Dewhirst , PickupPal uses the force of the internet and social networking to connect drivers and passengers globally in a new age type of transportation marketplace. This is more than just organizing a boring carpool to commute to work with; PickupPal actually connects people through common interests like concerts, hiking, or even running marathons.
Green Life Smart Life - Tuesday, March 9, 2010
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  • More Environmental Mapping
    Tags: maps environmental informatio Online mapping technology has changed the way environmental data can be distributed. By localizing and visually displaying the environmental data people can become more aware of what is going on in their backyard. Google Maps Mania has listed a couple of new maps that provide data.
    Living In a Toxic World - Monday, June 15, 2009
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  • Flu Shot or Not
    In just four articles there was a mound of information so I’m going to share the information debate style and very condensed. This is a little long today but I promise that this information will leave you thinking. I honestly just copied and pasted the next few paragraphs of information because I feel that it’s so important to get his words exact. “After Everyone here at this site http://greenearthjourney.blogspot.com/ is trying live their lives as green as possible. I’m sure this includes avoiding as many man made shots for our children and ourselves as possible.
    Green Earth Journey - Sunday, May 17, 2009
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  • Fresh Perspective Launches Research Tool for Business Leaders Overwhelmed by Information
    In most cases, it’s just not feasible for them to dedicate the time and efforts necessary to stay up-to-date on volumes of information, or attend a host of local, regional and national events,” concludes Hays. “That’s More information and a sample report are available at no charge by visiting http://www.a-fresh-perspective.com/green_perspective.html. by Michael Smith (Veshengro) Fresh Perspective, a research firm specializing in sustainability, customer and market insight and competitive intelligence has released “A Fresh Green Perspective”, a new tool to help fill the gap in knowledge of green issues.
    Green (Living) Review - Wednesday, May 27, 2009
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  • Scientists Sucessfully Test World’s First Laser-Guided Wind Turbine
    With this information, the turbine can optimize both its position and the blades to use the wind more efficiently. The Danish National Laboratory for Sustainable Energy has successfully tested the world’s first wind turbine with a built-in laser-based anemometer. A A laser-based anemometer allows the wind turbine to “see”
    Green Living Ideas - Friday, January 8, 2010
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  • 10 Ways to Change the World through Social Media
    Citizen journalism, open government, status updates, community building, information sharing, crowdsourcing, and the election of a President. [Editor's Editor's note: This is first guest post from Max Gladwell.] Our Our children will inherit a world profoundly changed by the combination of technology and humanity that is social media. They’ll take for granted
    Green Living Ideas - Tuesday, May 12, 2009
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  • Renewable energy rebates
    Find out where to locate information on rebates in this articl Cost is a major factor preventing many from installing solar panels and wind turbines; but some governments are now offering generous rebates and incentives to help take the financial sting of renewable energy systems.
    Green Living Tips - Friday, June 12, 2009
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  • Sustainable Procurement of Wood and Paper-based Products
    The World Resources Institute and the World Business Council for Sustainable Development have partnered to provide reliable, impartial and technically "easy-to-understand" information to assist sustainability officers and business procurement managers, especially major purchasers of wood and paper-based products, in their purchasing decisions. This guide focuses on 10 key issues: Sourcing and Legality Aspects Origin Where do the Products Come From? Information accuracy Is information about the products credible? Source: http://www.sustainableforestprods.org/ Download the Full Reports Sustainable Procurement of Wood and Paper-based Products: an Introduction Sustainable Procurement of Wood and Paper-based Products: Guide and Resource Kit Forest products are renewable goods that store carbon and have in most cases a lower environmental footprint than non-wood products.
    The Green Changemakers - Wednesday, November 26, 2008
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  • Just How Green is That Electric Car, Anyway?
    report by an independent UK transportation group, Transport Watch, may have some surprising information [...] With the push to reduce the carbon emissions from transportation, sometimes the newest developments, the latest technology, gets the spotlight. By putting more hybrid and electric vehicles on the road, though, are we really getting “greener” vehicles?
    Green Living Ideas - Monday, April 27, 2009
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  • Why Energy Management in the Home Will Be Mainstream
    Energy management is just another way of providing people with information.  Information about their own behavior – information that should already be available.  It might be higher or lower but aside from the general kw used and price per kilowatt, you receive virtually no information about specific usage in your home.  2009 is certainly the “ Year of the Smart Grid ”, as dubbed by Greentech Media GTM Research but there are many wondering how exactly Smart Grid technology is going to be adopted where arguably it matters most – the customer’s home.  While advancements
    Green Life Smart Life - Monday, October 5, 2009
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  • Climate Change Resources
    In addition to easy-to-understand, scientifically accurate information about climate change, the site offers a climate change calculator, games and links to other websites for more information. Climate Change Solutions Campaign Earth Day Network's Climate Change Solutions Campaign is a three year global campaign to educate and motivate all levels of the global community, including K-12 and college students, governments, corporations and religious institutions. The website offers links to general resources on climate change as well as resources specifically targeted to kids.
    The Green Changemakers - Tuesday, November 17, 2009
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