Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Nov 27, 2009, 3:10 pm
Did you know that heating water accounts for up to 20% of your household energy costs?  If you have a natural gas water heater then you should  More...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Nov 27, 2009, 12:03 pm
New renewable energy articles/posts on the internet: California bureaucracy impedes renewable energy projects 5 wind projects in Quebec by 2015 Philippines to become a major investment center for r...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Nov 27, 2009, 11:51 am
Antibiotic overuse is a significant problem plaguing today's society.  Not only are antibiotics over-prescribed but there is a sea of misinformation - 32% of people believe they should be tak...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Nov 26, 2009, 11:46 am
Here is an excellent article on green living myths.  Things that you have heard over and over but aren't completely true.  More... Now that Thanksgiving is here, its time to start conte...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Nov 26, 2009, 9:01 am
New renewable energy articles/posts on the internet: Massachusetts governor approves bill for streamlining renewable energy India's national solar energy policy Global Energy Holdings Group goe...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Nov 26, 2009, 5:25 am
  California, often cited as the leader in environmental standards and other green activities, is having difficulties maintaining its recycling program.  Simply put, it is in distress due t...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Nov 25, 2009, 11:55 am
Reduce electricity costs and heating bills with edible walls.  A thick layer of vegetation on the outside of a building not only provides insulation but also fruit, vegetables and herbs.  Mo...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Nov 25, 2009, 9:01 am
New renewable energy articles/posts on the internet: Bulgaria power grid vulnerable in green energy rush Push for green jobs in Los Angeles Ukraine hydro project approved by World Bank World Bank ...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Nov 25, 2009, 6:15 am
IPCC underestimated rate of rising sea water.   The White House is not optimistic about reaching a binding agreement in Copenhagen.  Scientist under pressure to resign.  More on climate...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Wet Wednesday - Nov 25, 2009, 6:09 am
World climate change experts have released a report finding that the Intergovernmental Panel of Climate Change (IPCC) underestimated the state of affairs for Mother Earth.  
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Nov 24, 2009, 11:53 am
Celebrate thanksgiving vegan-style.  Replicate traditional dishes with these vegan thanksgiving recipes. There is no substitute for age old wisdom when it comes to living green.  We can l...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Nov 24, 2009, 9:01 am
New renewable energy articles/posts on the internet: Solar energy costs drop by 50% in 2009 Few green jobs in America Kenya has great capacity for clean energy DuPont Apollo opens thin-film produc...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Nov 24, 2009, 3:01 am
This week in Green Technology:  Re-inventing the traffic light.  Green jet fuel demonstration flight. The world's first city with zero carbon emissions and zero waste. Asia is set to dom...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Nov 23, 2009, 11:44 am
Choosing a greener lifestyle can be a smart decision.  Especially when you take advantage of available green living tax deductions.  More... Renting a living Christmas tree.  Now tha...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Nov 23, 2009, 9:01 am
New renewable energy articles/posts on the internet: Green Energy Live updates shareholders Former workers in the car industry now building solar and wind power plants Recovery Act generates $Billi...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Nov 23, 2009, 3:01 am
Summary of the internet's top news and blog posts issued over the past week:   The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has reported on U.S. new vehicle fuel economy;   for t...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Nov 22, 2009, 7:02 am
All around the world, efforts are accelerating in the race to stop global warming.  Here are some recently announced plans.  Read more...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Solar Sunday - Nov 21, 2009, 11:01 pm
All around the world, efforts are accelerating in the race to stop global warming.  Here are some recently announced plans.
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Nov 21, 2009, 8:24 pm
Unlike other forms of energy generation, solar power is easy for kids to understand.  They experience the power of the sun on a daily basis. Read more...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Nov 20, 2009, 11:36 am
American thanksgiving is just around the corner.  Let's make it a green one, not only by serving local foods, but by reducing waste.  Read more... Medications often have severe side-eff...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Nov 17, 2009, 11:39 am
Although the green movement tends to focus on fuel efficient automobiles, the truth is that buildings are the main culprit when it comes to energy use and CO2 emmissions.  Buildings consume up to...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Nov 16, 2009, 11:54 am
Golf - an outdoor, natural sport.  Or is it?  Use of fertilizers, pesticides and large quantities of water put golf in the environmentalist bad books.  Now attention is shifting to golf...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Nov 13, 2009, 11:39 am
Equestrian therapy is a form of animal-assisted therapy.  It is effective in treating conditions such as depression, anxiety, dementia and attention-deficit disorder.  Read more... Is the g...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Nov 12, 2009, 11:49 am
Do you know what gadgets have the most negative impact on the environment?  Here is a list of devices that could have a detrimental impact on the environment.  Read more... Living a respons...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Nov 11, 2009, 3:01 pm
Big strides are being made in fuel efficiency.  The EPA has announced this year's top cars (2010 models).  And the winner is... Eat green and local to cut down on transportation costs/f...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Nov 10, 2009, 12:06 pm
"TalkingPlug", a power monitor, is a new technology from Zerofootprint.  This device makes your electrical outlets smarter and promises to better monitor energy usage.  Read more... The Far...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Nov 9, 2009, 11:39 am
Australian researchers are studying the ability of cyanobacteria to filter carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and produce soil.  In ancient times, cyanobacteria played a large role in converting ...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Nov 5, 2009, 12:00 pm
Want to save money and go green this winter?  Here are eight easy tips for saving money.  Read more... Next time you have an ailment, ache or pain try grandma's remedies.  No more ...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Nov 4, 2009, 11:56 am
A stove that runs on water...  A washing machine that doesn't use water...  These and many other energy saving devices were showcased at Taiwan's green expo. Did you know that a me...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Nov 3, 2009, 4:01 pm
Did you know that many electronic components draw power even when they are not being used?  For example, a friend of mine once indicated that his satellite dish receiver used 35 Watts of power wh...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Nov 3, 2009, 12:04 pm
Many couples use "novelty" items as play (sex) toys.  Such toys may enhance pleasure but one should be aware of potential health concerns.  In some instances, these novelty items contain pht...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Nov 2, 2009, 12:13 pm
You probably thought that filling your gas tank was a pretty straightforward activity.   Well think again!  Here is a list of things you should be considering while pumping gas into you...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Nov 2, 2009, 11:55 am
The best things in life are free.  This is especially true with the Google powermeter.  It provides you with a graphical representation of your house's energy usage over time.  All ...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Oct 19, 2009, 4:01 pm
Mark October 24th down on your calendar.  In five days people from all around the world will be holding rallies and demonstrations in support of the International Day of Climate Action.  Thi...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Oct 19, 2009, 11:01 am
Did you know that most drivers lose from 10% to 50% of their car's tire tread life due to poorly maintained air pressure?  Tire disposal is a significant environmental problem.   An...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Oct 17, 2009, 6:29 am
Here's a green household tip to keep your stainless steel sink sparkling bright and smelling fresh - courtesy of my 17 year old son. Cut a lemon in half and sprinkle the cut half with plain old sa...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Oct 17, 2009, 3:01 am
It’s easy to say that you will make a commitment to re-think the way you live and how it affects the environment.  The harder part is taking action.  Can I really make a difference?  ...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Oct 16, 2009, 4:01 pm
What are the top sustainable colleges?  Six colleges appeared on all three of the following:  the recently published College Sustainability Report Card 2010, the Princeton Review and Sierra ...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Oct 16, 2009, 3:01 pm
Are you buying a desktop PC, notebook or monitor in the near future?  You can compare the  environmental attributes of certain computer components by using Electronic Product Environmental A...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Oct 16, 2009, 2:15 pm
"It's about asking questions and assessing your own lifestyle to live in a more sustainable way." Jonathon Hanson, Team Boston Member by Deb Powers Earlier this week, I linked to a story about ...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Oct 15, 2009, 4:01 pm
Green paint is very low on air pollution solvents and virtually odor free.   It has been slow to catch on, probably because people assume it is expensive.  But not so.  It is approximat...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Oct 15, 2009, 11:04 am
I raised my green babies in the 80s and 90s when it wasn't nearly as popular to be crunchy as it is now. Organic baby foods were hard to find - heck, Gerber had just started reducing the sugars in...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Oct 15, 2009, 10:45 am
A green household thrives on green cleaners - but you don't have to spend a fortune to keep your green home sparkling. Chances are that you have one of the most versatile eco-friendly household cl...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Oct 15, 2009, 9:42 am
"It’s encouraging to see that in a dire economic situation, one of the few places we’re seeing job creation is in the clean-tech industry." Ron Pernick, Clean Edge by Deb Powers Green I...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Oct 15, 2009, 3:01 am
Did you know that less than 5% of cell phones are recycled?  Cell phones contain a number of hazardous toxins that pollute our ground soil and water system when not recycled or disposed of respon...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Wet Wednesday - Oct 14, 2009, 8:05 am
The environmental world is buzzing this morning with the news that the Obama administration has released a 2007 EPA report on global warming. The report was sequestered by the Bush administration, app...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Oct 13, 2009, 3:05 am
The recent trend towards use of portable devices has resulted in very power efficient design, allowing the portable devices to run longer off batteries.  Unfortunately much less attention has bee...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Oct 12, 2009, 7:38 am
"The UK has one of the biggest potentials for green energy in Europe and could become a world leader in this field." Robin Webster, Friends of the Earth Schwarzenegger Vetoes Energy Bill by Deb P...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Oct 12, 2009, 3:01 am
After struggling for years on the design of the combustion engine in the late 19th century, Rudolph Diesel finally invented what was to be called the diesel engine. But it didn't run on fossil fue...
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Steve Auger posted an article on Blog On Smog - Oct 10, 2009, 8:36 pm
If you are looking for a change, and if you want to build individuality in the field of jobs, you can always resort to green jobs. So, what exactly is a green job? More on Green Jobs.
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