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Buzzword Patrol

Buzzwords are constantly being tossed around in any arena, but how often do the people sing the buzzword and the people hearing it really know what it means. It’s about time we dispel some ideas about what these new-found “green” buzzwords really mean!

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Post-consumer, Pre-consumer and Recycled Content

Post-consumer, Pre-consumer and Recycled Content

Materials we have been recycling for years have been coming back to see us, labeled post-consumer materials. But what is the difference between pre-consumer, post-consumer and recycled materials?


About Compact Fluorescent and Incandescent Bulbs

About Compact Fluorescent and Incandescent Bulbs

The truth about compact fluorescent lighting. We all know they last longer and use less energy than regular, incandescent light bulbs, but also contain mercury. Do their benefits outweigh their detriment? Here’s some facts for you to help decide.


What is Organic?

What is Organic?

Organic as a buzzword is popular, but as far as what actually makes something organic, that’s something I had to do a bit of research on and I found the results to be very interesting. I spent some time examining the facets to get you as much information about what organic really means.