Category Archives: Eco-Tips

The Health Effects of Wood Smoke

Posted on March 1, 2013 by lcaro

I just finished reading What’s Gotten Into Us by McKay Jenkins. This could very well be a sequel to Silent Spring by Rachel Carson. Everyone should read these books. Perhaps then we could start to limit the toxic chemicals that … Continue reading →

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Battery Recycling – January 2013

Posted on December 20, 2012 by lcaro

Gage and Karen Gallati have given countless hours preparing batteries for recycling.  For this program to continue, the Green Team needs your help: • Place a small strip of masking tape on both ends of each battery. We’ll leave a … Continue reading →

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December Eco-Tip 2012: Why Buy LED Christmas Lights?

Posted on December 1, 2012 by lcaro

Recycle your old Christmas lights at Lowe’s and buy a string of eco-friendly LED lights.  According to about.com, LEDs use 90% less electricity than regular lights, last up to 100,000 hours are made from durable plastic are safer because they … Continue reading →

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