Author: Olga Naidenko
Website: http://www.enviroblog.org/2009/03/pfoa-in-butter.html

What do popcorn bags, muffin and croissant bags, hamburger and sandwich wrappers, pizza box liners, French fry and hash brown bags and butter boxes have in common? If your guess was “savory food inside,” this answer is only partially correct.

Turns out that all these products also share a set of secret and not-so-tasty ingredients, known as perfluorochemicals (PFCs), which are applied to the inner lining of the packaging to make it grease-proof. One member of the PFC family, PFOA or perfluorooctanoic acid, is well-known as a persistent, toxic chemical that pollutes the bodies of people and wildlife across the globe.

PFOA has been used for decades as a manufacturing aid for producing common household products such as Teflon non-stick cookware and water-resistant clothing. Industrial air and water emissions of PFOA led to widespread environmental contamination of the environment with long-lasting human health consequences, including negative effects on reproductive system and…

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Author: easy eco blog
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Expanding on the National Geo article, the Energy Star site has a good Air Seal and Insulate article that will help you improve the “envelope” or “shell” of your home. Filling in all the gaps around windows, doors, ducts can save lots of money and it’s a job everyone can do on their own. [...]

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Author: TerraCurve
Website: http://www.terracurve.com/2009/03/19/the-outer-links-volume-…

Each and every day, scores of high-quality, well-written content is published in the effort to further the advancement of knowledge and activism regarding “greener” lifestyles. TerraCurve wants to promote these efforts as much as possible. This new column, “The Outer Links”, is a first step in helping spread the word.

“The Outer Links”, is designed to highlight some of the “best of the web” content as it pertains to a responsible and sustainable lifestyle, with an obvious emphasis on travel. Each and every day, scores of high-quality, well-written content is published in the effort to further the advancement of knowledge and activism regarding “greener” lifestyles. TerraCurve wants to promote these efforts as much as possible. This new column, “The Outer Links”, is a first step in helping spread the word.

White House to Plant Organic Vegetable Garden : “The expected garden represents a victory for sustainable food and agriculture activists, such as the White…

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Author: TerraCurve
Website: http://www.terracurve.com/2009/03/19/african-portfolio-gets-…

African Portfolio has received one of the travel industry’s highest honors by being awarded Best Adventure Travel Companies 2009 by the editors of National Geographic ADVENTURE magazine.

Greenwich, CT based African Portfolio received stellar marks for its custom-designed African safaris for couples, families, and friends. Out of a possible 100 points the company scored a composite 91.5, and aced client satisfaction with a perfect 100.

African Portfolio placed among the top eight safari operators in the world. How did a boutique operation out of Fairfield County get the attention of a global publication and join some of the most recognized names in the field? African Portfolio’s owner, Diane Ebzery Lobel says, “It all has to do with years of experience, first-hand knowledge of the African destinations and having a thorough understanding of what’s important to our clientele.”

Hands-On African Safari Experience
“Nearly everyone on the AP staff was born and raised in Africa, giving…

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Author: TerraCurve
Website: http://www.terracurve.com/2009/03/19/toyota-launches-a-new-t…

Twenty-five U.S. teachers will travel to Costa Rica to study global conservation issues as part of the Toyota International Teacher Program. Now in its 11th year, the program takes place April 18 - May 2, 2009.

Committed to providing the best education and training for environmental leaders and teachers of tomorrow, the Toyota International Teacher Program is an international study tour for secondary teachers of all disciplines focused on promoting environmental conservation and sustainability, as well as global understanding.

"Toyota recognizes the importance of establishing environmental sustainability in our daily routines," said Jim Lentz, president, Toyota Motor Sales (TMS). "This program provides teachers with the knowledge, experience and tools to make a positive difference in their schools and communities."

A new element to this year’s Costa Rica trip is the creation of the Toyota4Education.com wiki. Established to serve as a virtual classroom and facilitate distance…

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Author: Jean-Paul
Website: http://www.thechicecologist.com/2009/03/save-trees-and-read-…

So the question on every green minded book fanatic, is the Amazon Kindle green? In short, yes, if you use it enough. The estimation, provided by the journal of Environmental Science and Technology, is that you can save approximately one tree per year if you replace your daily newspaper with the e-version.
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