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Electric Car Charging Stations Still Fairly New, Barely Being Used
With gas prices on the rise, you'd expect to see the electric car charging stations pretty packed, but that's not the case, yet.
Incandescent Bulbs Will Be Phased Out Starting in 2012
Starting in January 2012, basic incandescent light bulbs will be phased out and more energy efficient bulbs will become a requirement in all households.
Germany Shutting Down All Nuclear Power Plants
The German government has announced it will shut down its remaining
nuclear power plants, citing safety concerns after what's happening in
Japan.
Offshore Wind Turbines May Be Dangerous for Birds, Bats
Even though developing wind energy facilities off the Oregon coast is still in the conceptual stage, it's already raising environmental concerns.
Wind Farm Approved for Central Oregon
The project will consist of up to 53 wind turbines on private land in Deschutes and Crook Counties.
Oregon Invasive Species Database Launched
Oregon researchers have launched a web site where people can go to find and report where invasive plants, animals, fish and diseases are around the state.
Green Tips
Conserve Water
When rinsing dishes under running water, use a large bowl to catch rinse water. Keep a 5 gallon bucket near sink to empty water into as you rinse. Then take water outside to use for plants.
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Use Less Fuel
Carpool, bike, walk or use public transportation when you can.
Don't Waste
Produce less trash. Use recyclable products, such as fiber shopping bags and glass food containers, go paperless and compost food waste rather than trashing it.
Save Energy
Change light bulbs, appliances, TV's and computers to those that have earned EPA's ENERGY STAR rating. Adjust heating and cooling by two degrees. Turn off lights when you leave a room.
Water saving
While you are waiting for the water to get warm enough to get in the shower, put a plastic 5 gallon bucket in there to catch the water and use it for plants, flushing the toilet, pet water, etc.
Energy Crisis Answers - as easy as 1 - 2 - 3 +
To reduce my electric heating bill recent years, I wear ONE warm hat indoors, TWO pairs of heavy socks and THREE jerseys and sweaters.
Be Water Conscious
Conserve water by turning off the faucet when you brush your teeth, checking the toilet for leaks, landscaping with succulents and native plants that require less water, and using low-flow fixtures.
Recycle and Buy Recycled
Check with your local recycling program to learn what materials are accepted, then take steps to keep recyclable paper, cardboard, glass, metal, electronics and plastics out of your trash.
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