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Bag Ban Fee Effective in Collins from April 2015
Effective April 2015, as part of a large scale eco-friendly drive, the city of Fort Collins is set to ban the usage of disposable shopping plastic and paper bags. A fee of ar…
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Reclaimed Pet Bags and Dispensers for Disposing Pet Waste
The Valparaiso city municipality has made an offer of free pet waste bag dispensers which can be collected from utilities office at Billings Street or from the city hall loca…
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Winter Energy Saving Tips
While it might seem far, winter is fast approaching, and with it, the annual souring energy costs that can break the bank. Making some easy, inexpensive changes this winter c…
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While it might seem far, winter is fast approaching, and with it, the annual souring energy costs that can break the bank. Making some easy, inexpensive changes this winter c…
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Messenger Bags
When I was younger, I had the type of parents who were always pushing me into work. While my friends were allowed to sleep in until they had to get up for school, I was alway…
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Labor Day And Clean Energy!
The first Monday in September marks Labor Day, an annual celebration dedicated to the social and economic impact workers have had in the United States. This year, there are m…
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Economic Impact of Disposable Bags
In the study of economics, negative externalities are representative of the fact that cost of a good to society is greater than the cost the consumer is paying for it. A prim…
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Farmers Markets
Across the country, many breathe a sigh of relief as the oppressive, muggy heat of the summer begins to subside and give way to more temperate fall weather. Nature hikes and …
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Just Say No!
It all starts with you! All it takes is one person to stand up for what they believe in and others will take notice. As many towns and cities are placing bans and taxes on pl…
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Can Social Media Really be Helping the Environment?
Now a days, everything is done through social media. Whether its catching up with friends, or staying current on your favorite celebrity gossip, everyone uses social media. W…
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Purpose of the plastic bag tax
Just 8 years ago, distributors of plastic bags bullied there way into making a bill that would eliminate the threat of cities and states placing a tax on plastic bags. Today,…
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Green Tips for College Students
As you continue your education in college, you should also continue educating yourself on the environment. For many, college is a chance to finally live on your own and exper…
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