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» Recycling used engine oil
By Green Living Tips | Published 10/27/2009 | transport , energy |
Millions of gallons of used engine oil are dumped annually instead of recycled. Aside from the direct environmental issues, it also means millions more of gallons of crude oil needs be extracted. Learn more about the importance of recycling used engine oil and where you can find collection points.
» Fuel and food
By Green Living Tips | Published 08/8/2009 | transport , garden , food , energy |
Did you ever stop and think about how much fossil fuel is used in the production of food? It goes way beyond fuel for farm equipment and transport. Fossil fuel also plays a crucial role in the production of nitrogen fertilizer - you're eating the stuff.
» Space junk
By Green Living Tips | Published 08/4/2009 | transport |
While space junk isn't a huge environmental threat to us here on Earth, it is a reminder of just how much we leave our mark on this planet - and beyond. That breathtaking meteor you see in the night sky may be nothing more than some astronaut's flaming dirty undies.
» Other greenhouse gases
By Green Living Tips | Published 06/23/2009 | transport , home , energy |

With carbon dioxide emissions snaring most of the media attention in relation to global warming, it's easy to forget that there's other greenhouse gases too - some with the potential to trap more heat and for longer. Here's a look at some of the substances, where they come from and what we can do to minimize emissions.

» Green beer: home brew
By Green Living Tips | Published 05/23/2009 | water , transport , food |
All beverages, regardless of how green their ingredients or packaging, face the same challenge - the amount of oil consumption and emissions involved with transporting what is essentially just water. If you enjoy a beer, you can have a more environmentally friendly tipple by brewing your own at home.


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