Tuesday Jul 14, 2009 at 10:47 EDT
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. Read More
Friday Jun 19, 2009 at 03:36 EDT
Big Green Bus Greases Wheels of Congress
sustainable living, transit
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 Friday to highlight sustainable living and to... Read More
BY Jim Iovino
Tuesday Jun 16, 2009 at 04:45 EDT
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 being green. Check out the entire list here. Read More
BY Jim Iovino
Wednesday Jun 10, 2009 at 11:15 EDT
Solar Power May Finally Pay Off
solar power, prius, schools
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 this week Thomas Jefferson High School in Fairfax... Read More
BY Jim Iovino
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Tuesday Jun 9, 2009 at 12:45 EDT
Elementary Students' Eco-Proposal Thrown Out
trash, waste
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 suggested that the school purchase a rebuilt... Read More
BY Callie McClendon
Tuesday Jun 9, 2009 at 04:15 EDT
4 Ways to Go Green in the Kitchen
Going Green
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 $10. Look for one with a flow rate of 2.2 gallons... Read More
BY Erin Van der bellen
Wednesday May 20, 2009 at 01:15 EDT
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 yachting. But there's an off chance she'd... Read More
BY Sara Beladi
Friday May 22, 2009 at 01:30 EDT
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 Stuff," we like to... Read More
BY Sara Beladi
Thursday May 14, 2009 at 04:00 EDT
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 their days. It's a... Read More
BY Wendy Rieger
Thursday May 14, 2009 at 04:15 EDT
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 as low to the ground as possible and then pull... Read More
