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Commentary on current events and pertinent issues

Internet Taxes – A Grass Roots Controversy

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Americans love a good old fashion grass roots effort, and this one comes complete with good causes and strong opposing points of view.  Add to that the economic hardship affecting the entire globe, and you have the makings of a true line-in-the-sand showdown. 1st Position (Business Owners) – Brick and Mortar Retail These folks...

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Is the Plan for Emissions Reduction Progressing

Is the Plan for Emissions Reduction Progressing

When it comes to vehicle emissions, you may wonder if we’re really making progress. Since the 1970s, the United States government, as well as the auto industry, has made a continued effort to make vehicles safer for the environment. Rather than ignoring the issue, many states have made great strides in the effort to...

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Top 5 Cities Making Green Initiatives Work

Top 5 Cities Making Green Initiatives Work

Despite the bad rap that many urban centers get for being overly crowded, congested with traffic and using wastefully high amounts for energy, not all cities are a blight to our planet. There are many cities across the nation that have successfully undertaken green initiatives. Here are five cities that are leading the way:...

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Why Vancouver Is The Go To Place For Conservation

Why Vancouver Is The Go To Place For Conservation

When Americans think of Canada, the first thought is often Niagara Falls. That thought is closely followed by the casinos in Windsor and the theaters in Toronto. For many, the green movement and Canada aren’t two thoughts that are coupled together. That’s because most people don’t know that the city of Vancouver was named...

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7 Schools That Are Leading The Way In Green Initiatives

7 Schools That Are Leading The Way In Green Initiatives

If you’re heading off to college this fall, and want to continue living in an environmentally-friendly manner while on campus, you may be wondering if you can really get a green education. If you’ve been asking yourself if you’ll have to give up your ideals for four years, in order to get your education,...

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Stand for Green – Show Your Colors!

Stand for Green – Show Your Colors!

People love to talk about the things they are passionate about and those who have adopted a green lifestyle are no different. If you are passionate about global warming, recycling or even animal rights, there is no better way to advertise your love than with a great printed T-shirt. Printed tees can show the...

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The Grand Canyon

The Grand Canyon

There is an increasing amount of pressure from various profit-seeking groups to destructively exploit irreplaceable natural wonders. Mountain top coal mining is one example many already know about, but did you know there is a proposal in the US House of Representatives to allow uranium mining in the Grand Canyon? It's called 3155.

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Buying Local is Green – In More Ways Than One!

Buying Local is Green – In More Ways Than One!

How many big box stores did you pass on your way home from work today? Chances are, if you live in or near a major city, the answer is several. Box stores are popping up on every corner in every city across the nation, much to the chagrin of local business owners. Box stores...

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Reclamation Seeding

Reclamation Seeding

One of the main short-term goals of reclamation is to establish quick growing grasses to aid in erosion control. However, this could interfere with longer-term goals of replanting native shrubs and trees with larger roots. It needs to be a fine tuned process of integrating both to create an optimum environment. As with any...

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Mountain Top Removal

Mountain Top Removal

The coal industry is systematically destroying the landscape of the Appalachian Mountains. Through mountain top removal the coal companies are literally plowing through the mountain ranges’ natural resources and leaving a wake of destruction in their path. Not only does this type of mining level our natural waterways and forests, but the left over...

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Social Fundraising: Crowdfunding

Social Fundraising: Crowdfunding

Living Simply supports responsible, sustainable business models. To that end, here are some ideas for how you can use social fundraising or 'crowdfunding' to raise the money you need to start your own green business.

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Ethical Investment: How Do You Do It?

Ethical Investment: How Do You Do It?

Financial security can be a part of Living Simply. Despite its popularity, ethical investment has become a complicated area thanks to the recent expansion of the sector. This means that it’s worth seeking the help of an expert when you’re looking to put together a portfolio that will both reflect your personal values and...

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