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The Story of Yew – A Tale Told by a Tree

The Story of Yew – A Tale Told by a Tree

By Greg Seaman, Eartheasy.com, Posted December 4th, 2009

The Story of Yew is the autobiography of an age-old Yew tree, living deep in the forest of a land we now call Ireland.

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Formaldehyde link to leukemia confirmed: how to limit exposure in the home

Formaldehyde link to leukemia confirmed: how to limit exposure in the home

By Eartheasy, Posted December 1st, 2009

An awareness of the common sources of formaldehyde in the home can lead to simple mitigation measures.

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World’s first solar airplane, Solar Impulse, ready to fly

World’s first solar airplane, Solar Impulse, ready to fly

By Eartheasy, Posted November 26th, 2009

‘Solar Impulse’ passes engine startup and taxiing tests in preparation for initial test flight.

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Good Food Nation – reversing the obesity epidemic with local foodsheds

Good Food Nation – reversing the obesity epidemic with local foodsheds

By Peter Dizikes, MIT News Office, Posted November 25th, 2009

MIT researchers think America’s obesity epidemic can be reversed via ‘foodsheds,’ in which healthier, more affordable food is produced and consumed regionally.

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Top Green Holiday Gifts for 2009

Top Green Holiday Gifts for 2009

By Eartheasy, Posted November 20th, 2009

Unless you’re one of the lucky ones getting a financial bailout, chances are you’re feeling a bit pinched this year during the holidays. Perhaps now is a good time to rethink our holiday values and traditions, with an eye towards lasting value and sustainability.

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Transition Towns – preparing for a self-sufficient community-based future

Transition Towns – preparing for a self-sufficient community-based future

By Eartheasy, Posted November 9th, 2009

In over 150 cities in 14 countries, ‘Transition Town’ communities are raising awareness of the threats associated with peak oil and climate change, and taking practical steps to prepare for a post-industrial future…

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The top 10 fuel-efficient cars, according to the EPA

The top 10 fuel-efficient cars, according to the EPA

By Eartheasy, Posted November 4th, 2009

Nine of the top 10 vehicles in the government’s fuel economy rankings for the 2010 model year are hybrids.

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Energy Star label no guarantee of efficiency, audit finds

Energy Star label no guarantee of efficiency, audit finds

By Eartheasy, Posted November 2nd, 2009

Audit notes program flaws, and the DOE and EPA commit to having all of their products evaluated by certified independent laboratories.

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Making your own apple juice

Making your own apple juice

By Lindsay Seaman, Eartheasy, Posted October 29th, 2009

Turning windfalls into autumn’s elixir…

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Your New Car Is Made Of Old Carpet, Milk Jugs, and Ripped Jeans

Your New Car Is Made Of Old Carpet, Milk Jugs, and Ripped Jeans

By John Voelcker, Greencarreports.com, Posted October 27th, 2009

When you think of a brand-new, gleaming, 2010 model car rolling out of your driveway, what materials come to mind?

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