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The whole world: the power of seeing Earth from space
In celebration of Earth Day, a collection of thoughts about how our planet looks from orbit.
The green building code bible gets a much-needed update
The U.S. Green Building Council is updating its voluntary rating system, which has promoted sustainable design and construction for the past 12 years.
Full StoryHow the iPod and other audio devices are destroying your ears
Portable music players may be contributing to permanent hearing loss among many casual listeners, gradually leading to the inability to discern speech. An iPod’s maximum volume is more than 10 times as loud as the recommended listening setting, audiologists say, and the sensory damage caused by prolonged listening is irreversible.
Full StoryHome from Iraq, veterans seen as perfect candidates for green jobs
Thousands of veterans are entering the job market, and many are finding opportunities in the green industry.
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