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iRecycle: The iPhone App That Helps You Recycle
John Platt, May 28, 2009
Okay, so you've just decided to get rid of an old piece of electronics, but you don't know where to dispose of it. Nothing's listed in your local Yellow pages, and the town dump won't take it. Where do you turn? How about your iPhone?
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Use Your Webcam or Digital Camera to Help Save Frogs
John Platt, May 22, 2009
Around the world, frogs are in danger.
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New App Lets You Monitor Your Solar Cells on Your iPhone
John Platt, May 21, 2009
How efficient are your solar cells from moment to moment? If you use solar panels from SunPower, now you can instantly know the answer to that question with their new app for iPhones and the iPod Touch.
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Save Energy (and Money) this Summer with these Tips from the EPA
John Platt, June 20, 2011
It's getting warmer every day, and for many, that means higher home cooling costs.
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Macy's: No More Unsustainable Hangers!
John Platt, May 04, 2011
How many hangers does a giant chain like Macy's go through every year? A lot.
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New Solar Charger Offers Four Times the Power
John Platt, May 14, 2009
A new portable solar charger for hand-held electronics offers four four times the charging power of previous models, according to manufacturer Solar Style. "Our new range of chargers is much more efficient, with more storage and charging power," says the company.
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Free Program Helps Extend Laptop Battery Life
John Platt, May 12, 2009
If you've got a Vista-powered laptop, you might not realize how much your operating system can be responsible for your battery life, or lack thereof.A free program can help you to control the features of Vista so it uses less energy. As a result, you can extend the life of your battery.
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Fight Global Warming by Blocking Spam
John Platt, May 07, 2009
Everyone hates spam email, but here's a brand-new reason to despise it even more: it's contributing to global warming.
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15 Ways to Cut Your Energy Use
John Platt, February 16, 2011
We're all looking for ways to save money and use less energy these days. Here (in no particular order) are a few ideas to help you accomplish that.
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The Top 10 Things to Ask When Buying 'Green' Electronics
John Platt, February 18, 2011
Picking the right device takes time, research, and money. But it also pays off in the long run.
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