An environmental blog
Tuesday, Jul 14, 2009 at 10:47 PM
Meet the Women of Cowgirl Creamery
But they do make their own artisanal cheeses, focusing on organic and local products. Find them at 919 F St. N.W. Watch »
Big Green Bus Greases Wheels of Congress
Leftover French fry grease can leave anyone feeling a little green, but that's a good thing for 15 Dartmouth College students. They parked their "Big Green Bus" in front of Capitol Hill... Read »
Some Guidance For Your Green Side
Our pals over at We Love DC put together a swell little Green Guide, listing a lot of green activities throughout the month. From happy hours to solar home tours, there's a lot to do in the name of... Read »
Solar Power May Finally Pay Off
For years, solar power has been deemed an excellent alternative energy source. The problem was, however, that the solar cells were too costly. But it looks like that's starting to change. Just... Read »
Elementary Students' Eco-Proposal Thrown Out
Tired of throwing away more than their lackluster lunch of fishsticks, potatoes and peas, students at Piney Branch Elementary School decided to take a lunchtime stand. The school's Young Activist Club... Read »
4 Ways to Go Green in the Kitchen
Slow the Flow Attach a low-flow aerator to your kitchen faucet to mix air into the stream and cut water usage without affecting pressure. Find aerators at hardware stores and home centers for under... Read »
The Gift That Keeps on Growing...
You've got a special occasion coming up -- a summer wedding, perhaps, or a Father's Day brunch -- but no gift. So you ask yourself, WWMD (What Would Martha Do)? Well, she'd probably opt to go... Read »
Can Homeowners See Savings Through Their Windows?
A federal tax credit of up to $1,500 for installing energy efficient windows has homeowners lining up outside their local hardware stores (and going nuts on their old windows to the tune of "Break... Read »
Run For The Animals!
I love the Poplar Springs Animal Sanctuary out in Poolesville, Md. They rescue animals who otherwise would be destined for abuse and slaughter and give them a beautiful farm to live out... Read »
Got Weeds?
The same recent rains that have inspired weeds to sprout will make them easy to remove, without using pesticides. Even deep-rooted weeds will pull easily from moist soil. The trick is to grab the weed... Read »
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