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Democrats ignore a Republican boycott and push a climate bill through a key committee by a 10-1 vote. Full Story ››


Green Directory

The Green Directory is a user friendly guide to Northern Nevada’s environmental groups. Nevada EcoNet publishes the directory every two years. Here you will find contact information for businesses that are eco-friendly to the environment. Salons, computer stores, plumbing services, restaurants and much more can be found on this eco-conscious site. Full Story ››


Interactives

The federal government is offering up to $1,500 tax credits to homeowners who make energy-saving home improvements before the end of 2010. Click around this house to find out more. Full Story ››


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Check out infrared photos of energy leaks in a typical home -- and then find out how you can save money on your energy bills. Full Story ››


Take a look at viewer-submitted images from national parks. Full Story ››


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Sometimes you’ll hear the word “sustainability”. Both “green” and “sustainable” are easily interchangeable. There are many definitions for sustainability. The United Nations has adopted this definition: “Sustainability meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.” Sustainability related to the continuity of economic, social, institutional and environmental aspects of human society, as well as the non-human environment.
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To find out about sustainable planning for the Reno, Tahoe, and Carson area click here.


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The days of being asked "Paper or plastic?" at a grocery store could be coming to an end soon in Florida. Full Story ››


A 5-year-old Texas boy caught an 800 pound alligator while hunting with his dad and a family friend. (Oct. 2) Full Story ››


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