Articles Posted in the Awareness Category
The Congo and Conflict Minerals: Part 1, The Source
- January 13, 2012
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Have you ever bought a cellphone? What about a computer or a car? Chances are, your dollars went to a cause you would hardly support. Learn more about the Congo and how we can pursue technology without the bloodshed.
5 Ways to Help the Earth Breathe
- January 12, 2012
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Like a child with asthma, the Earth chokes and finds it hard to breathe. Find out how you can help – today.
Restoration of Conductivity: Beating E-Waste
- January 03, 2012
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The rapid build up of electronic waste has government officials looking for a solution. Researchers at the University of Illinois may have an answer: restorative electronics.
Green Roofs: Benefits of Having Rooftop Vegetation
- December 27, 2011
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Green roofs do more than show off healthy vegetation. Instead, they come with a number of perks all homes can benefit from!
Food: The Forgotten Recyclable
- December 23, 2011
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Recycling is often touted as one of the best things we can be doing to help clean up the world. Let’s not forget all of our recyclables though, and food is one of them.
The Green Gap and Gamifying Green: Turning Literacy into Action
- December 21, 2011
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The people of today now face the Green Gap: the difference between our green intentions and our green actions. If we want to live in a sustainable society, this must be overcome. So how do we do it?
Looking for the Sunshine in the Stormy Weather: The Danger of Urban Runoff
- December 14, 2011
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It can’t always be blue skies and sunshine. Find out what happens to your rain water, the implications for the environment, and how you can help curb pollution.
Chemtrails or Contrails: Probing the Conspiracy
- December 13, 2011
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Are those clouds long lasting contrails or something else? We’ll explore some of the arguments behind chemtrails – is there cause for concern?
Working Toward a Sustainable Christmas
- December 09, 2011
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Does Christmas always equal consumption? We’d like to hear from you on how you’re working toward a sustainable holiday season.
Natural Wonders: Arctic Fox
- December 08, 2011
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The cold days of December are no match for the arctic fox. This majestic mammal can survive in Arctic temperatures as low as –58°F (-50°C).
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