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The Simple Secret to Making a Greener World

Policy will help. Technology will help. There are many tools which can help forge a greener world. But the most important one isn’t something you can buy at the store.

Chris Baskind | May 11th, 2008 | Continued

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The Dirty Dozen: 12 Products You Should Avoid

Greener living is all about making small, positive changes each day. And sometimes, it’s about setting aside unhealthy or resource-hogging products. Here are twelve to avoid.

Chris Baskind | May 11th, 2008 | Continued

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Five Reasons Not to Drink Bottled Water

Bottled water is healthy water, right? In fact, most bottled water actually comes from a tap. And there nothing healthy about plastic waste.

Chris Baskind | May 11th, 2008 | Continued

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How to Live With CFLs

By now, everyone has heard about CFLs. But they’re not direct replacements for incandescent bulbs, not matter what the marketing says. Here’s how to use them successfully.

Chris Baskind | May 11th, 2008 | Continued

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Ten First Steps Toward Lighter Living

Ready to start living a greener lifestyle? Not sure where to start? Here are ten easy steps to get you underway.

Chris Baskind | May 11th, 2008 | Continued

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Welcome to Lighter Footstep

Ready to live a lighter, greener lifestyle? Wondering where to start? Welcome to Lighter Footstep!

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How to Pick a Great Used Bicycle

Bicycles are perhaps the greenest mode of mechanical transportation — and a good one needn’t cost a fortune. Here’s how to identify a great used bike.

14Jul2008 | Chris Baskind | | Continued
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Three Gas-Free, Earth Friendly Lawn Mowers

That noisy, gas-guzzling mower in your garage spews more pollution in an hour than 40 autos. If you want your lawn to be deep-down green, take a look at these eco-friendly alternatives.

11May2008 | Chris Baskind | | Continued
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Interview: Ani Phyo, Raw Food Diva

For something you don’t cook, raw food is red-hot. And Ani Phyo may be the hottest diva in the raw foods movement. We caught up with her to find out why.

26Oct2007 | Chris Baskind | | Continued
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Five Ways to Dispose of Old CFLs

Compact Florescent Lightbulbs (CFLs) are a slam-dunk when it comes to saving energy. Unfortunately, CFLs contain mercury. Here’s how to safely dispose of them.

24Sep2007 | Chris Baskind | | Continued
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Dump Diacetyl by Making Your Own Microwave Popcorn

Workers in some popcorn factories may be developing lung ailments from the additive diacetyl. Here’s how to make diacetyl-free microwave popcorn at home.

10Sep2007 | Chris Baskind | | Continued
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What to Do with Old Magazines (It’s not Recycling)

There’s no reason to feel green guilt over that big stack of magazines on the coffee table. Give them a second life by putting them in the hands of others.

28Aug2007 | Chris Baskind | | Continued
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Recipe: Happy Hen Eggless Egg Salad

Author and Food Network contributor Colleen Patrick-Goudreau shares a delicious recipe for a vegan, low-impact egg salad.

19Aug2007 | Colleen Patrick-Goudreau | | Continued
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Twelve Ways Green Your 21st Century Business

So you’ve already greened your home? Good start. Now — how about the office? Here are 12 actionable ways to boost profits at work by going green.

16Aug2007 | Chris Baskind | | Continued
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Recipe: Summer Vegetable Risotto

Compassionate Cook Colleen Patrick-Goudreau whips up a light and tasty vegetable risotto. Grab some local veggies and follow along!

7Aug2007 | Chris Baskind | | Continued
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Everyday Activism: Dining Without Disposables

Plastic waste is likely to be our generation’s most enduring environmental legacy. But you can reduce your personal impact with a little planning and patience.

1Aug2007 | Gavin Hudson | | Continued
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