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BP Apologizes and Gives $20 Billion Gulf Fund
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BP Apologizes and Gives $20 Billion Gulf Fund

June 16, 2010 in Green Living

After the four-hour long meeting today between President Obama and BP’s chairman Carl-Henric Svanberg, the final decision on a $20 billion fund to compensate the victims of the Gulf coast oil rig explosion was reached, as well as an offering from BP to set up an additional $100 million fund for oil rig workers who were laid off.

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Oil Spill Crisis Lacks Uniformed Response
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Oil Spill Crisis Lacks Uniformed Response

May 25, 2010 in Green Living

The constant struggle of who should be in charge of the oil spill in the gulf has been discussed and battled over since the BP oil rig exploded over a month ago. Since then, the oil has leaked into the Louisiana bayou and is creeping its way to the Atlantic Ocean. BP has taken control of the situation, to the dismay of most Americans.

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Green Living Tips by Obama Ignored?
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Green Living Tips by Obama Ignored?

May 24, 2010 in Green Living

Green living initiatives by president Obama were issued on May 14th in an effort to prevent any more safety problems in off shore oil rigs. He issued a moratorium enforcing the immediate halt of drilling new wells and granting of environmental waivers. However, grants for drilling permits and environmental waivers have continued to be permitted by the federal government, met with skepticism and complaints that the terms of the moratorium are too narrowly defined and have been violated.

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Oil Spill Explosion in Gulf of Mexico has a Hard Future of Cleanup Ahead
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Oil Spill Explosion in Gulf of Mexico has a Hard Future of Cleanup Ahead

April 30, 2010 in Green Living

On April 20th, 2010 a Deepwater Horizon oil drilling rig exploded and killed 11 workers, spawning what is predicted to be the biggest oil spill in this country’s history. The oil is spilling out at over 5,000 barrels a day due to the three breaks in the well pipes and hit the Louisiana coastline late Thursday night, nine days after the initial spill.

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Approval of Nation’s first Wind Farm is a Step toward Green Living
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Approval of Nation’s first Wind Farm is a Step toward Green Living

April 28, 2010 in Green Living

The countries first ever wind farm was approved by Interior Secretary Ken Salazar, paving the way for green living and ending the decade long dispute over the construction of the wind farm off the Nantucket coast.

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Passing U.S. Climate Bill Might be Deterred; affect on green living unclear
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Passing U.S. Climate Bill Might be Deterred; affect on green living unclear

April 23, 2010 in Green Living

The U.S. climate bill backed and pushed by Senator John Kerry, which contains incentives to build a dozen nuclear power plants, could be deterred once again in favor of an immigration bill. This could seriously affect green living and how much money goes into pushing green living ideas on a national level.

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Small and Simple Green Things to do Around the House
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Small and Simple Green Things to do Around the House

February 8, 2010 in Green Living

It can be hard to be green every moment of our lives. Sometimes it takes a lot of time to be conscience of all of the things you’re doing and their effect on the environment.

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5 Reusable Sandwich Bags for Your Kids
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5 Reusable Sandwich Bags for Your Kids

October 26, 2009 in Green Living

The solution to all that plastic sandwich bag waste: try reusable snack and sandwich bags. They’re washable, easy to use and often keep your food fresher than traditional sandwich bags. Plus, they’re good for your child and for the environment, and that makes it worth your while.

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New Study Reveals Green Spaces Reduce Depression and Anxiety
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New Study Reveals Green Spaces Reduce Depression and Anxiety

October 19, 2009 in Green Living

According to a study published in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health, which is an international journal that encompasses all aspects of epidemiology and public health, people that live close to green spaces have lower rates of depression, anxiety and poor physical health than those who don’t live near green spaces.

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Go Green with Recycled Toothbrushes for the Family
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Go Green with Recycled Toothbrushes for the Family

August 19, 2009 in Green Living

Most people know the old saying: “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” But did you know that using a recycled toothbrush a day can keep the landfill waste away? It’s true! If you’re interested in getting your whole family to go and green and reduce waste consumption then one easy way to begin the process is to green your toothbrush.

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