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Why you shouldn't buy just any sand for your kids' sandbox
I noticed a label on the bottom of the sand bag, that read the now famous line, dust from this sand "is known to cause cancer in the state of California."
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I noticed a label on the bottom of the sand bag, that read the now famous line, dust from this sand "is known to cause cancer in the state of California."
Challenge
Shop at a farmer’s market or store selling locally-produced food that hasn’t traveled hundreds or thousands of miles to get to your table. (Snap a shot of yourself with a farmer or grocer).
Kansas City, MO
Local Challenge
Buy locally-produced food, preferably locally-produced organic food
Louisville, KY
Local Challenge
Patronize one of Louisville’s multitude of farmers’ markets – eat healthy, support the local economy, and reduce transportation emissions. (Get a pic at the market, and see if a farmer will pose with you!)
Washington, DC
Local Challenge
Buy products with high recycled content for your home or office. (Take a photo of yourself with your recycled materials product…)
San Francisco, CA
Local Challenge
Commit to buying appliances that have the Energy Star label on them. This national standard identifies the most energy efficient models of dishwashers, refrigerators, and all appliances. When shopping for new appliances or the next electrical gadget, ask for the Energy Star rated models.
Washington, DC
Local Challenge
Support local green businesses, including farmers markets. (Take a pic of yourself at a locally-owned biz, at the the farmer’s market, with a farmer, or in front of local produce at the grocery store!)
Cleveland, OH
Local Challenge
Replacing older appliances with Energy Star appliances can significantly reduce your electricity bill and your carbon footprint. Start with the refrigerator, which uses the most electricity in an average home.
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But here are 7 signs that the Market for Green Transport is exploding.More and more Americans are finding other ways to get around in greener fashion, from Smart Cars to Vespas.
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