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Damariscotta River Association Offers Classes Plus Conservation
John Platt, April 19, 2012
The Damariscotta River is one of the most beautiful sights in midcoast Maine. Keeping it clean and healthy is the responsibility of the Damariscotta River Association.
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10 Tips for Winterizing Your Pipes
John Platt, January 25, 2012
With winter in full force, it's the perfect time for you to think about winterizing your pipes.
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Home Depot Recognized for Commitment to Saving Water
John Platt, October 11, 2011
The EPA has named Home Depot one of its WaterSense Partners of the Year.
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How to Choose Eco-Friendly Halloween Candy
John Platt, October 04, 2011
Not every candy bar or sweet is created equal, and some brands are downright bad for the environment.
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What's Your Water Footprint?
John Platt, April 06, 2011
How much water do you use on a daily, weekly or yearly basis? Can you calculate your water footprint to help you conserve water, help the planet, and save a few dollars in the process?
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What Are You Doing for World Water Day?
John Platt, March 21, 2011
March 22 is International World Water Day, an annual event promoting the importance of freshwater resources around the globe.
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Seven Tips to Save Water During Fix a Leak Week
John Platt, March 18, 2011
Household leaks waste more than 1 trillion gallons of water per year -- enough to supply the water needs of Chicago, Miami, and Los Angeles combined.
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How Green Is Your Paper?
John Platt, March 11, 2011
Not all paper is created equal, and some brands are greener than others.
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Three Simple Ways to Save Water
John Platt, February 16, 2011
Your water bill may not be very high, but that doesn't necessarily show you the true cost of the water you use.
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Levi's Announces New Eco-Friendly Jeans
John Platt, November 11, 2010
Every product has a water footprint -- the amount of water used during the production its raw materials, the manufacturing process, and then getting it to the consumer. Well Levi Strauss & Company has come up with a way to use a lot less water making some of its jeans, and that adds up to dozens of gallons saved per pair of pants.
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