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Wooly Weed Eaters of Montana – Fri, 12 Aug 2011 PST
On western lands, a weed war has ensued for decades, a war against invasive species and nuisance weeds. Weeds increase the potential for soil erosion, stream sedimentation and higher production costs for ranchers. DownToEarthNW.com: DTE News stories Read more
2011 Heart of Green Awards: Full Coverage
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Recognizing those who have helped green go mainstream. Vote now through March 27. Winners will be announced April 4. thedailygreen.com article feed Read more
Courting solar energy at U.S. Bankruptcy Court building – Fri, 01 Jul 2011 PST
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Spokane’s downtown U.S. Bankruptcy Court has turned back the clock, and the result is a courtroom that looks much brighter than it has been the past 60 years. DownToEarthNW.com: DTE News stories Read more
Urbanna Salon offers “Earth Hair†– Wed, 08 Jun 2011 PST
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If Linda Biel isn’t at her downtown salon, she’s probably crouched in the garage amidst bags of human hair, meticulously stuffing strands into cloth teabags – all in the name of recycling. DownToEarthNW.com: DTE News stories Read more
Montana Coffee Traders recognized for its eco-friendly efforts – Tue, 26 Jul 2011 PST
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What started out 25 years ago as a way to drink freshly roasted coffee in the wilds of Montana has grown into an award-winning enterprise recently recognized for its “tasty, authentic and responsible†brew. DownToEarthNW.com: DTE News stories Read more
The real scoop on dog doo video – Sat, 23 Jul 2011 PST
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Ecology’s environmental educator in Spokane Brook Beeler was walking on the South Hill bluff the other day when she saw this sign that she said was posted by a fellow walker. DownToEarthNW.com: EcoLink stories Read more
Speak for the Trees, for the Trees Have No Tongues! – Thu, 21 Apr 2011 PST
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This past week I spent an entire day with kindergarten students studying healthy habitats, each eager to protect our planet. While preparing to relay the four basic components that make up wildlife habitat (food, water, shelter, and space) I reflected Read more
Toxic flame retardants may be decreasing in Spokane River fish – Thu, 24 Mar 2011 PST
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The concentrations of toxic flame retardants called PBDEs in fish tissues from the Spokane River are higher than any other tested area in Washington state, but recent studies indicate levels of those toxics may actually be dropping. DownToEarthNW.com: EcoLink stories Read more
Public to review plan of action for Hangman Creek pollution – Fri, 18 Feb 2011 PST
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Would you like to see something done about the muddy water in Hangman Creek? The plan to take action on reducing pollution in the Hangman Creek watershed is out for public review and comment until March 18, 2011. DownToEarthNW.com: EcoLink Read more
GSI's CleenNW program conducting workplace surveys – Mon, 25 Jul 2011 PST
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A fledgling energy industry group at Greater Spokane Incorporated is completing studies that will show the Inland Northwest’s green energy strengths and needs. DownToEarthNW.com: DTE News stories Read more