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Cafeteria Food for Thought

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s (MIT’s) Center for Collective Intelligence created Climate CoLab as a place "where people work with
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Bicycle Parking for a Healthier Planet

In a previous post, we discussed the first of three recent winners of Climate CoLab contests. Climate CoLab, created by
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ENERGY STAR Announces Top Cities for 2016

The Environmental Protection Agency recently disclosed what it considers the nation’s most energy efficient cities. The 2016 ENERGY STAR® Top
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Life in a Smart Energy Home

What if your home could generate energy rather than merely consume it? Some homes are already achieving greater than Zero
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Artificial Grass Takes Root in California

California, hit hard by record drought, has become fertile ground for artificial grass. Here are some pros and cons of
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Fuel Efficiency Driving Tips

You may not have control over the price of gas, but you can impact your consumption of it. The next
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Rain Barrels Save Water and the Environment

What’s happening in California provides further evidence that water is a limited resource. Overuse not only hurts the environment. It
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Crowdsourcing Climate Change

Imagine if you could come up with an innovative idea to help stop climate change – and get paid $10,000
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Cool Roofs

Made of reflective paint, tiles, or shingles, a cool roof can stay more than 30 percent cooler than a standard
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