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Hey Spokane, Would you support a Carbon Tax?
Hey Spokane, Would you support a Carbon Tax? 65% of Americans say YES. I’m a bit of a skeptic when it comes to most study results as I think points can be made on each side of the aisle depending Read more
Debates Around Portland Oregon's Public Market Helpful to Spokane's Public Market Effort
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Neighborhood farmers' markets are popping up across America. According to the USDA, there has been a 250% growth in the number of farmers' markets in the U.S. (1,755 in 1994 to a total of 6,132 in 2010). The growing popularity Read more
Earth friendly mouthwash
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Some mouthwashes can contain nasty chemicals such as formaldehyde, sodium lauryl sulfate and polysorbate. What you don’t accidentally swallow, just winds up in the environment, in particular, waterways. Green living tips Read more
Framing and Air-Sealing Tips for High-Performance Walls
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In three new videos produced by Oregon builder Hammer & Hand, lead carpenter Val Darrah explains how he keeps air sealing in mind as he frames the walls for his current project, the Pumpkin Ridge Passive HouseA residential building construction Read more
Junk2Funk Fashion Show event to raise conservation awareness – Thu, 13 Oct 2011 PST
- July 8, 2013
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The very popular Junk2Funk Fashion Show is back for a third year, taking center stage this Friday, Oct. 14, 7-10 p.m., at the Eagles Lodge, located at 209 Sherman Ave. in downtown Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. DownToEarthNW.com: DTE News stories Read more
Natural Pet Food: What You Need to Know
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Food unfit for human consumption might be unfit for your pet too. Use these tips to buy organic and natural cat and dog foods instead. thedailygreen.com article feed Read more
Portable raised bed farm made from milk crates takes root in New York
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An enterprising restaurant in New York has developed a farm to table garden on the dormant construction lot next to their location. According to a Fast Company article, "The farm now contains 7,400 milk crates and over 100 types of Read more
Pack a Safe, Effective Sunscreen
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Watchdogs have raised concerns about certain chemicals widely used in sunscreens. But there are effective natural sunscreens to keep your skin safe and healthy. thedailygreen.com article feed Read more
New sanitation station will enhance N. Idaho Fair experience – Sun, 21 Aug 2011 PST
- July 4, 2013
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The staff of the North Idaho Fair and Rodeo is excited to see people congregate in Coeur d’Alene this week to share handicrafts, farm fare, and delicious cuisine … but not all of their germs. DownToEarthNW.com: DTE News stories Read more
Solar power myths
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In the time I’ve spent talking with people about solar power, the same sort of myths and misconceptions pop up; some of which I also had before I started my solar journey. Green living tips Read more
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