GO GREEN......BE GREEN ..... GREEN LIVING EXPLORED: 2010

Welcome to GO GREEN..BE GREEN..GREEN LIVING EXPLORED

Within this blog we will explore the hints, tips and techniques of living green in our own personal lives.

We are going to take a more conservative approach to Green Living. No, we don't have to become good little Republicans! We just need to take personal responsibility for ourselves and our community, and not re lie on the government to save the day.

Please, Please, Please!! There will be NO finger pointing and name calling here. There are 100's of other blogs and websites that have that covered. Finger pointing and name calling may make us feel good for the moment, but it has never helped solve one problem.

We will be helping each other to live the green life as best as possible. In turn we can help or friends, family and community. One little step at a time will make a big difference. So lets get started.

Friday, December 17, 2010

Living Green 365: Electric vehicles

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December 2010
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Dear Living Green 365 readers,

Electric vehicles are beginning to hit the streets! Many car manufacturers are introducing
electric vehicles in 2011 and beyond. You may be asking yourself: How do electric
vehicles work? What are the benefits? And will an electric vehicle work for me?
In this month's newsletter, we answer commonly asked questions.
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[It's electric! Boogie-oogie-oogie]

Electric vehicles

Transportation remains a major source of air pollution, creating carbon dioxide,
ozone-forming compounds, fine particles, and other air toxics. These compounds
are the by-products of combustion in gas and diesel engines.

Electric vehicles (EVs) do not run on an internal combustion engine and emit no
tailpipe exhaust. Increasing the portion of EVs on our roads will positively impact
air quality--a benefit to our health and environment!

It is important to recognize that pollution and carbon dioxide can be created when
electricity is produced to charge the batteries in EVs. The amount of emissions
depends on how the electricity was produced.

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As more renewable energy is included in the energy-production portfolio, emissions
associated with charging EVs will decrease.

If electricity to charge EVs comes from solar or wind power, there is little or
no air pollution created. That is an inspiring goal!

In addition to the health and environmental benefits, EVs are also:

* Efficient: An electric motor is more efficient than a combustion engine, and therefore
less expensive to operate. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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the average monthly electricity cost is less than $15, compared to $50 for a gasoline
car.
* Simple: Electric motors have fewer moving parts than gasoline engines, which can
mean less maintenance! For example, EVs do not require oil changes.
* Quiet: An electric motor is very quiet when running.
* Can use locally generated renewable energy: Electricity can be produced in many
ways, some of them right at your home! Consumers can produce renewable energy at
home to produce or off-set the electricity used to charge their EV. This increases
our energy independence.

Charging your vehicle

Current battery technologies limit the range of many EVs to 100 miles or less between
charges. But, with most families traveling less than 40 miles a day, an EV can be
used for most daily transportation needs without charging.

As EVs become more common, charging stations will appear at workplaces, park-and-ride
facilities, retail centers, and other public spaces. The Twin Cities are part of
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a sustainable energy and transportation showcase that will support the deployment
of electric vehicles by including charging stations using renewable energy. The
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can help you find electric vehicle charging stations when you are out-and-about.
Just type in your zip code or location, and the nearest stations will appear on
a map.

Finding your vehicle

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maintains a list of EVs being released. Larger truck and van EVs are not yet available,
but be sure to watch this rapidly changing market for a vehicle that meets your
needs.

In addition to full EVs, there are two types of partial EVs: Plug-in hybrid electric
vehicles (PHEVs) and extended range EVs. These vehicles use an electric motor and
a gasoline engine. The gasoline engine kicks in when the batteries are drained,
extending the number of miles your vehicle can travel before recharging.

More information

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* U.S. Department of Energy: How Do Gasoline and Electric Vehicles Compare? [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=tsmzpfbab&et=1103895814824&s=14296&e=001NgvcJeFaPfGNid3ot0p5mCgQmgDganESauaqYLvnX2X5I3DkLhmWultYKoRfsFXo4r9jM8ZxP8p1BNC8WX1HuLy2cIVc_1L_SMASK8pCFNujzOHckjAIQW-u1pK-mNuFGKDspvPowTdzU2vGoWwR7Jc4_8JC47qtP3y0TqRyynzavhQab1C_FFYhS0_sE5xX88C4EIt_F_BVjMqz1DEpeQ==]
* Fran Crotty, Minnesota Electric Vehicle Coalition: fran.crotty@state.mn.us [mailto:fran.crotty@state.mn.us]
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[Days of our green lives]

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December 27-30, Audubon Center of the North Woods (Sandstone).

Learn the secrets of raising urban chickens at Do it Green! Minnesota's workshop,
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This workshop will cover what to feed chickens, the best chicken coops for our cold
winters, and the pros and cons of different breeds. January 8, 1-3 p.m., Do it Green!
Resource Center (Minneapolis).

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2, and continue with a day-long conference on February 3 (St. Cloud).

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Tuesday, November 9, 2010

Living Green 365: Worm composting

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Dear Living Green 365 readers,
Diverting food waste from the trash to a compost bin reduces greenhouse gas emissions
and captures valuable nutrients that plants need. Even if you don't have a garden,
a neighbor or friend is sure to enjoy your finished compost. Learn to compost with
worms this fall and you'll be helping the environment. You'll also have great stories
to tell about your new, wriggling pets!
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[No backyard? No problem]

Worm composting indoors

Worm composting, also called vermicomposting, uses red wriggler worms to eat decomposing
food waste. Worm composting is a great option for apartment and townhome dwellers
or people who don't want to walk through the snow to their backyard compost bin
in the winter.

What do red wigglers eat?
Red wigglers eat decomposing plant material. In your bin, they will eat uncooked
fruit, grain, or vegetables; egg shells; and coffee grounds and tea bags. Don't
feed them meat, fish and other animal products; dairy products; greasy or fried
foods; or pet waste.
What you will need to get started
Container: You can buy a bin specially designed for vermiculture, or you can make
your own out of two nesting storage bins. Directions for a DIY bin [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=tsmzpfbab&et=1103756529702&s=14296&e=001a7EntmLiLXieLM7cW1hHh1YONO4IysVZMn6ZyX0jQ1hcdHtFe5zoXBjfFXDw-Vpf4NxkbBuJBXMXhiuJ7IoiRjYRp9GISNZv92rUYvWAAy_lvmwomKX6SoZr9ZhwOgEe4RIII0pf96wVflm5pYrZ-6Ft8riLgMBl]
are available online.
Bedding: You can use peat moss, shredded paper, shredded black-and-white newspaper,
or leaves. If using peat moss or shredded paper, you should add a handful of soil,
as the worms need the grit for digestion. The soil also adds bacteria that will
help the food decompose. Whatever your choice of bedding, it should be damp and
the moisture consistency of a rung-out sponge.
Worms: Only red wigglers will work in a worm bin (earth worms from your garden are
a different species and do not eat decomposing food). The general rule of thumb
is one pound of worms for every half pound of food produced per week. You can buy
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Once you have the container, bedding, food and worms, you are ready to start. Prepare
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Fill the bin full of damp bedding and handful of dirt, brush aside some of the bedding
to make a hole to place the food in, put your new worms on top of the food, and
brush the bedding back over the food/worms. You have just started to compost with
worms!
Each time you add food to your bin, dig a small hole and cover the food with bedding.
The worms will crawl over to the new food.
What do I do with my compost and "worm tea?"
To harvest your finished product (it will look like a very damp dark soil), you
simply feed one side of the bin for a couple of weeks and the worms will move over
to that side of the bin. You can then harvest the opposite side. Place bedding in
the empty space and start feeding that side of the bin. Repeat the above process.
The harvested materials can be mixed with potting soil when you are potting flowers
in the spring, or top dressed (1/4 to ½ inch) over existing plants.
You will also get "worm tea" in the bottom bin. Decant it into a plastic bottle
and mix 20 parts of water to 1 part of tea. The tea is very high in nitrogen, so
it must be diluted or you risk burning your plant.
A final word on worms
It is important to avoid spreading non-native species. All wild earthworms in Minnesota
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These non-native worms are invading our hardwood forests and causing the loss of
tree seedlings, wildflowers, and ferns.
Red wriggler worms, living outside a worm bin, are not known to survive Minnesota
winters. Even so, it is a good idea to kill any worms you didn't remove from your
compost, and their eggs, by freezing the compost for at least 1 week before spreading
it on your garden.
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[Days of our green lives]

Community events and resources

Introduction to Renewable Energy Opportunities [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=tsmzpfbab&et=1103756529702&s=14296&e=001a7EntmLiLXjFb0xPp-X18PRZaU2W76LOIGFTP-dJuVKJIFhNbuowCcxjBBF2qNVhMi5kwvKiCHHxwAG4ShlLYC72pZW9KAOLt7Z-AFV7EdacCZu-L33cjtwALXcRgykT]
introduces students to solar PV (electric), solar hot water and space heating, passive
solar and active solar hot air heating, wind energy, energy efficiency, costs, rebates
and incentives, finance options, and career opportunities, November 13, 9 a.m.-5
p.m., Wilder Recreation Center (St. Paul).

November 15 is America Recycles Day [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=tsmzpfbab&et=1103756529702&s=14296&e=001a7EntmLiLXgqKKSAkMX1_ZJCa_BlRe5k2j3BYwmOZ1rBwhaWUYpilxbSderVCOvLKcYzq22jwTwGtwesyI-t3DW-F81c481tzP8SZb1SLtDFuCK2_1jb9tZIFXJEUWqgYcBpz8rcD6BYaivAOoLKXADCojksR_vPalJKyg215Ps=].
Make a pledge to recycle or organize a community event to promote recycling where
you live.

At the next BALEN event, Phil Hunsicker of 1000 Friends of Minnesota will talk about
A Conservation Design Scorecard [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=tsmzpfbab&et=1103756529702&s=14296&e=001a7EntmLiLXhgZvPaW1_mJIbEX8U7_qUmB-cfi16mJLIJOAD8zKP3EyJDcrVN442_oad8KlRCGB-O2ABFQxCGR9B_4yp4n5VA7hbQqx7t5NMyoPDFoewPZigyUJvhx1guCgOdPtzJeQlpDTzrVA69hcDsVBSrH6KHkAxgHEQHMp0=].
The scorecard measures to what degree a proposed Conservation Design development
achieves the optimal balance of development with conservation, November 18, 3-5
p.m. Minnesota Pollution Control Agency office (Baxter/Brainerd).

Learn about low-waste holiday traditions and stock up on eco-friendly gifts at the
Green Gifts Fair [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=tsmzpfbab&et=1103756529702&s=14296&e=001a7EntmLiLXjpsXGb-hJwZADXOxkUNCcfkBs4_5O3glGGV-5rGHHRq1O1eYYG-KDXX7UKCcOP2c5GVD3J6ZtuO4_SczXvA13P34jQF_i3-dmm-6Aunqom-5WCtNEhngXh],
November 20, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Midtown Global Market (Minneapolis).

Does Christmas feel like a frantic race that leaves you worn out and unsettled?
Take a day exploring new ideas about the holidays at a workshop called Overstuffed
for Christmas [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=tsmzpfbab&et=1103756529702&s=14296&e=001a7EntmLiLXjNgMHz5sgvTjhWFSghVw25ZgU8FaBLvSWfLC_jwxH8dEpcu64mLvM_06PwqWYOuf-xLhcZtU8z2rpp9JIhBQAdD_8Mksxk3NZgoSrxUSJ8UMYS9sLpdJ1P6w81Mt-x-obxN4BFtA1uoAHkkfg2hDQMQhYheEPdhf0=],
9 a.m.-1 p.m., November 20, Spirit United Church (Minneapolis).

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· The home of Living Green 365 on the web:livinggreen.org [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=tsmzpfbab&et=1103756529702&s=14296&e=001a7EntmLiLXhuiB5f7PgQdpadOQtfj7sxIxN7vOFrQF7vbo7_IAvLa4Pfw30EBqJv0Ba5EMuMjIKOc6uxW7va_jUvhE-DktWGA8cotZIcbgn3_ezLV0n2Cw==]
· Our web site about reducing your trash:reduce.org [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=tsmzpfbab&et=1103756529702&s=14296&e=001a7EntmLiLXjfH0tiDhQEA94vVF9yOCPzDkYX2TlWqcXcFiguo9Pgc1IYcOeaShzxs1OD-40CFCQ5JQ2iQRiNG8p5x_YORuiGR9C009nRknLHTCEaEFbaKA==]
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· A clearinghouse for sustainability tools and initiatives:NextStep [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=tsmzpfbab&et=1103756529702&s=14296&e=001a7EntmLiLXgLmaQF-T-xrN2jQ0P-I3kpt-_OVbd9KVoPyqRiN7zWM598BdBoR7VOw2KWvblEFMFNWK7sI5xbU8Jfkw2iuIxV16K1D09qX7Bq2I_EtA0iyh5Fq5s0ZIrpXJWZNSnmnwg=]
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Send questions or comments about living green to the address below.
Sincerely,
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Monday, October 11, 2010

Living Green 365: Autumn leaves

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October 2010
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Dear Living Green 365 readers,
On warm summer days, it's easy to choose to bike, walk, or wait at the bus stop.
In October, we need to challenge ourselves to keep our commutes sustainable. Try
celebrating Rideshare to Work Month [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=tsmzpfbab&et=1103730206071&s=14296&e=001Yh9H1Q44KzJOMgHYNnc1Yn6jnK9r90M55rqzsV6pUTLOhvT8F0qcep3_U_43LPlOWb9Qs8U-tagurIr4J2uxjbkFGDjx71qZYAdSrfYxaiiqfyMXyLxLK5HKIF8cTTpkEH7ILTUukAlxGCjlYQc4l3uIWjhUZ50H5W5UFPpGyODhHQ1lX_F1u1wxj_WSqZGnbWf3Ou3y_MmkBZQtReyuAQ==]
by finding a ride through Metro Transit's rideshare program. Bike enthusiasts can
also read winter biking tips [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=tsmzpfbab&et=1103730206071&s=14296&e=001Yh9H1Q44KzJpBqko_z3kLGFC4QxZosWhuJVVXqXbQyCZ6ZOKkJwr4hP2P5gX2jAmzVSfB04AclZS2nxZYvvsk20rE1KGmxFNNrvU1ANchWa1s-WT5BSq7XEnuka56rdGY2paILtyMm8xia-IRsWocOoOoVSJgHUn98sd0zQ4oRutnVyF2U_HNBVk11IWdud5]
from Bike Walk Twin Cities. Whether biking, raking, or trick-or-treating, remember
to look for sustainable options during your fall activies.
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[Twirling and whirling and landing in your yard]

What to do with your autumn leaves
When the leaves fall from your trees, consider them a resource. They contain nutrients
that your lawn and garden needs! After playfully enjoying your leaf pile, here are
a few eco-friendly options.
What do do with your leaves

* Bag up dry leaves to use as a carbon source ("browns [http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102703487568&s=2858&e=001E7pUr2fe6LMqL0gyx21_acW6OVe8AYjTmCbC0CAW91Qb_NN1P2HYs6pSSkrUAVHDZc4xyaI0JvZB0xudFzrqZuQHFi1uSYEkUH8FF3eI7bRh06oSWW4rnzuO3kCAZSMvNmVAnYOCvu1VZzSWenI-Gw==]")
for your backyard compost pile in the coming year.
* Use leaves to provide a protective layer of insulation for perennial gardens and
shrubbery, either bagged or loose.
* Use a mulching mower to break leaves into tiny pieces and leave them on your lawn.
* Compost your yard waste at home [http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102703487568&s=2858&e=001E7pUr2fe6LMoCk5r-ufSu66PT4fLVAyuokbqgvyNpDGzUXgXQXQ26GRaWrNrqCmDMqc32Uts-3j4cTOSFR9WNx2JLE9jS3NurHW8IrvomZ2EgvG0SRBe9_qePJh57eiY7p40xZ-A-5E=]
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What NOT to do with your leaves

* Don't throw yard waste in the trash. Mixing yard and tree waste with your trash
is illegal and is not the best use of this resource.
* Don't rake leaves onto the street or sidewalk. Leaves raked into the street end
up being washed down storm drains and into wetlands and lakes. When they break down
in water bodies, they release nutrients, which cause algae blooms in the summer.
Don't rake additional leaves into lakes or streams, either.
* Don't burn large piles of leaves. Burning leaves releases large amounts of air
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These pollutants can cause breathing problems for sensitive groups and lead to long-term
health effects for all of us.

A new rule for curbside pick up of yard waste

Residents in the Twin Cities area who bag their yard and organic waste for curbside
pick up are now required to put their waste in compostable bags--either paper bags
or compostable plastic bags.
Read more about the new rules at http://www.RethinkRecycling.com/compostablebags
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[So sustainable it's scary]

Celebrating a green Halloween

Halloween is black and orange. It can be green, too! Here are things you can do
to make a scary time of year more sustainable.

Pumpkins

* Search the Minnesota Grown Directory [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=tsmzpfbab&t=xlzex6dab.0.mydm66cab.tsmzpfbab.14296&ts=S0533&p=http%3A%2F%2Fwww3.mda.state.mn.us%2Fmngrown%2F]
for local farms and farmers' markets selling pumpkins in your area. Look for organically
grown pumpkins, too.
* When the fun is over, put your jack o' lantern in your compost bin [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=tsmzpfbab&t=xlzex6dab.0.kxbzoecab.tsmzpfbab.14296&ts=S0533&p=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.reduce.org%2Fcompost%2Findex.html].
* Some communities have pumpkin collection events. Pumpkins are collected for animal
feed. Ask your city or local hauler if such an event exisits in your area.

Costumes

* Make your own, with supplies from second-hand and thrift stores, as well as stuff
you find during fall cleaning. For ideas, check out Coolest-Homemade-Costumes.com
[http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=tsmzpfbab&t=xlzex6dab.0.sqeslfcab.tsmzpfbab.14296&ts=S0533&p=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolest-homemade-costumes.com%2F].
* Swap costumes with your friends and neighbors. You could even throw a "find a
costume" party before Halloween.
* Rent a costume.

Treats

* Look at the co-op or natural foods section of the grocery store for treats that
have minimum or recycled-content packaging.
* Hand out treats that can be used again and again, like pencils or small boxes
of crayons.
* Start a Trash Brigade through TerraCycle [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=tsmzpfbab&t=xlzex6dab.0.s4da75dab.tsmzpfbab.14296&ts=S0533&p=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.terracycle.net%2F].
TerraCycle collects common trash items (like candy wrappers) and creates everyday
recycled products.
* Arm your trick-or-treaters with reusable treat bags. Canvas shopping bags or pillowcases
work well.

Hopefully, Halloween this year can be a treat for the planet, too!
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[Days of our green lives]

Community events and resources

Duluth Community Garden Program presents Fall garden maintenance: Tips and tricks
for a healthy garden [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=tsmzpfbab&t=xlzex6dab.0.v4da75dab.tsmzpfbab.14296&ts=S0533&p=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.duluthcommunitygarden.org%2FEvents_Classes.html],
October 13, 6-8 p.m., Cook Home Garden (Duluth).

The 2010 Northland Bioneers Confence [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=tsmzpfbab&t=xlzex6dab.0.wqeslfcab.tsmzpfbab.14296&ts=S0533&p=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nbconference.org%2F]
will inspire and prepare participants to become stronger stewards of the earth and
their communities, October 23-24, Macalester College (St. Paul).

Fall is a great time to prepare for saving energy. Those in northern Minnesota can
check out Happy Dancing Turtle's Energy Saving Home Basics Series [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=tsmzpfbab&t=xlzex6dab.0.p9zp8xdab.tsmzpfbab.14296&ts=S0533&p=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happydancingturtle.org%2Findex.php%2Fspecial-event-calendar-mainmenu-111.html],
October 28 & November 4 (Pine River-Backus).

The Duluth Energy Efficiency Program (DEEP) [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=tsmzpfbab&t=xlzex6dab.0.84da75dab.tsmzpfbab.14296&ts=S0533&p=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.duluthenergy.org%2F]
is a new, comprehensive, citywide program that helps Duluth homeowners save money,
conserve energy, and lessen their impact on the environment. DEEP also connects
residents to financial assistance and rebates for home energy improvements.

Those in Minnesota who wish to request that yellow pages phone books no longer be
delivered to their address can use a new website called http://www.donttrashthephonebook.org/
[http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=uxz59bcab&et=1103723848235&s=891&e=001WVsvUGzofJpcNt-Xm4_T7VsEQ0UNhio7VutdXnAw-z12-TF7ju5O4z40YKIU2Li37eK83jUf3A30x60wG4ZVIyT3Qv9QdIYUdlhIxvqAhgH-hAdGNhJdz_Bao453H3RH].
The site also has instructions about how to recycle directories.
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calendars.
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[Quick links to other MPCA resources]

· The home of Living Green 365 on the web: livinggreen.org [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=tsmzpfbab&t=xlzex6dab.0.gdi96ddab.tsmzpfbab.14296&ts=S0533&p=http%3A%2F%2Flivinggreen.org%2F]
· Our website about reducing your trash: reduce.org [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=tsmzpfbab&t=xlzex6dab.0.quwdfncab.tsmzpfbab.14296&ts=S0533&p=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.reduce.org%2F]
· Resources for people teaching about our environment: SEEK [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=tsmzpfbab&t=xlzex6dab.0.eakfidcab.tsmzpfbab.14296&ts=S0533&p=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.seek.state.mn.us%2Fcalendar.cfm]
· A clearinghouse for sustainability tools and initiatives: NextStep [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=tsmzpfbab&t=xlzex6dab.0.dakfidcab.tsmzpfbab.14296&ts=S0533&p=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nextstep.state.mn.us%2Fcalendar.cfm]
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Send questions or comments about living green to the address below.

Sincerely,

Britt Gangeness and the Living Green Team
livinggreen365.pca@state.mn.us [mailto:livinggreen365.pca@state.mn.us]
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=tsmzpfbab&t=xlzex6dab.0.vdsatfdab.tsmzpfbab.14296&ts=S0533&p=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pca.state.mn.us%2F]
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Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Living Green 365

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September 2010
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Dear Living Green 365 readers,

September marks a new school year and a new season, as we welcome autumn to Minnesota
on September 22. This month we also welcome 1056 new readers who signed up at the
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[Start today and save tomorrow...and the next day, and the next day...]

Three quick and easy steps to save energy
Some energy-saving tips can be done once, but they will continue to save energy
indefinitely. Below are three things you can do on a Saturday morning in September
to begin saving energy right away.
1. Set your water heater to 120 degrees.
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In addition, water heated above 120 degrees Fahrenheit can damage human skin. To
save energy and reduce the risk of scalding, set your water heater dial so that
it heats the water to 120 degrees or less. Here is how to test the temperature:

* Run hot water out of any sink in your house.

* Fill a glass with hot water and submerge a personal or cooking thermometer into
the water.

* Read the thermometer. If the water is higher than 120 degrees (or simply hotter
than you want it) turn the water heater temperature dial down. As a reference point,
water that is just too hot to touch is around 107 degrees.
* Wait a few hours and test again.

* Repeat until the water is at the desired temperature.
2. Adjust your computer's power management settings.
Power management puts your monitor and hard drives into a low-power "sleep" mode
after a period of inactivity. Using power management features on your computer
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The two biggest users of power are the display and the hard drive. To improve the
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Hard drive sleep: 15 minutes or less.
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for specific instructions for your computer.
3. Install a programmable thermostat.
A programmable thermostat will automatically reduce the heating temperature in your
house while you are gone. It is the easiest way you can save energy and money--up
to $180 per year.

* Set the thermostat to scale back by 8 degrees Fahrenheit when you leave for work
and go to bed. Visit the ENERGY STAR web page [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=tsmzpfbab&et=1103646912589&s=14296&e=0014DS4yTxNLwkYqQ0bqF8Cbwz268qHaiE0OYpLny1Me1-C6i4sSNergglGPM4EVcTJy_9KbJYwb65A9n4DDIt-W2BVNS0tVPK8RMs0NxxYvLn8kBcnttvXzYPuH6HoWbyNC7VFMr41Q725tXRDWBgnCPtcbrwwNMc2V85OkKwKofF_9KLg8IwPVss_HigTpyruDjfeYKnZRVMLRUbZKNeQNQ==]
for advice on choosing and installing a thermostat from your local hardware store.
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Community events and resources
The Cook County Local Energy Project recently announced North Shore Ride Share [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=tsmzpfbab&et=1103646912589&s=14296&e=0014DS4yTxNLwmc1DLoCvJCMEzeaUkoiqmveAIiOm-ZWvinZgUBqQi4R1ksuAE9MvnbOUtSlZHFsrrE9WAyChlpAMX199fg9Ws3zr9BJo1EpXbZXFJ49x6yBd3ShxwhUzT7],
a free service connecting drivers and riders for travel, carpooling, and package
pickup/delivery along highway 61 in northern Minnesota. The service is completely
free, and anyone can use it. The program's goal is to reduce fuel use, save money,
and build community.

Learn how build a raingarden at a Friends of the Mississippi River's Raingarden
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September 23, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Homecroft Learning Center (St. Paul).
Learn about natural alternatives to toxic personal care products at Natural Beauty
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Try products and take home samples, September 30, 6-8 p.m., Happy Dancing Turtle
(Pine River).
Join Great River Greening along the St. Croix Valley blufflands for an Acorn Planting
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October 2, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Franconia Bluffs Scientific & Natural Area (Franconia).
Sponsored by the Minnesota Renewable Energy Society (MRES), the self-guided, public
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features 50+ exemplary homes, businesses, and institutions that have incorporated
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a.m.-5 p.m. (statewide).
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Dear Living Green 365 readers,

Happy Fourth of July! This weekend is a popular time for picnics and potlucks. When
planning your meal, look for Minnesota grown food [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1103489172934&s=14296&e=001pCl82WIo70_QQ0KHeSnndf1CsO_17Qs-HhvOujOUDlMXsXLJTeAnD6BtZS212j9puFiPb7VOB0UXUnBlWJ7oskzfTJjTRhiyzWMxbYBkeMoElF1WJddZ-XQDWE9rBFnr]
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As you shop, you may come across compostable plates and silverware. Read the article
below for information about these products.

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[Shades of degradability]

Biodegradable and compostable products
Have you noticed an increasing number of compostable chip bags and plant-based plastics?
These green products are hitting the shelves as we transition from petroleum-based
plastics to those that are made from renewable resources. All this can be confusing
to consumers because many terms are used, often seemingly interchangeably, and they
do not mean the same thing.
Learn the lingo

Biodegradable plastic:These products are sometimes labeled as "degradable," "biodegradable"
or "photodegradable" and are different from compostable products. They typically
take longer to break down than compostable items, and in some cases, they only
break down into tiny plastic pieces. Do not place them in your backyard compost
bin or allow them to be collected and transported to a commercial compost facility.
Compostable: Compostable items will break down into carbon, water, and other compounds
in approximately the same time that it takes leaves, grass, and food to break down.
They can be placed in your backyard compost bin, but because a backyard compost
bin typically does not generate the heat needed to speedily decompose these materials,
you may need to return these items to your compost bin to give them some extra time
to finish decomposing. The Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI) [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1103489172934&s=14296&e=001pCl82WIo70-FZQoDiJTtiyhhDF26xg2OtMAP9D11eedw7Ne2yP4-syCPNzsgXvmFo_YbkTN1O1kUrRPz2AWU8iiktLWRahSr1OuneSFbnqyYn-PxxMxgfA==]
certifies products that are compostable. Look for the BPI label on compostable items.
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are an example of this type of material.
Bio-based:Bio-based materials are made of agricultural and forestry resources--not
petroleum-based feedstock. Bio-based materials include cellulose fibers, such as
recycled paper; hemp; sugarcane (bagasse); rice straw; and other materials derived
from agricultural products, such as starch and lactic acid (PLA). Bio-based materials
may be biodegradable, compostable, or recyclable. Read the label and sort them accordingly.
Disposal options
Because oxygen is lacking, compostable material does not break down in a landfill.
Compostable products should be managed by a commercial composting facility, if possible.
These facilities control the composting process by monitoring moisture, oxygen,
and temperature levels to speed the compost process and kill pathogens. The material
is transformed into finished compost that is used in farming, gardening, and soil
conservation.
Products labeled "biodegradable" are more complicated, as they do not breakdown
in a landfill and do not completely breakdown at a commercial composting facility,
either. If they are mixed with compostable materials, any biodegradable products
remaining after the composting process are screened out and sent to a landfill.
Right now, there are only a few places in Minnesota that have commercial compost
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in Minneapolis is one example. To read about how the program works, visit their
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to learn about options in your area.
Please note: Yard waste collection sites will not accept food waste or other compostable
items.
Learn more
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is leading the way in sustainable plastic research. Major companies--including many
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to learn about this work and ask questions about these new products.

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[It's more of a science than an art]

What can I put in my backyard compost bin?
Backyard composting of yard waste and kitchen scraps is popular. People are excited
to take practical steps to reduce waste and make a wonderful product for their indoor
or outdoor plants. Often, there is confusion about what can be safely placed in
your backyard compost bin. Here is a list of what we do (and do not) recommend.

Materials that are acceptable:

* Coffee grounds and filter paer

* Tea--loose or in bags

* Uncooked vegetables or fruit

* Egg shells

* Plant trimmings

* Weeds that have not gone to seed or have seed pods on them.
* Non-recyclable paper--like tissues and napkins--and items with a compostable label
may take longer to break down than plants, but can be placed in a backyard bin.
Materials that are not recommended:

* Meat, fats, dairy, or cooked vegetables. These items may attract animals or cause
odors.

* Paper. Recyclable paper should be recycled.

* Biodegradable plastics.

* Pet waste. Feces may introduce pathogens that will not be killed in the compost
process.

* Weeds that have seed pods or have gone to seed. The backyard compost process will
not kill the weed seed, and you'll spread weeds all over your garden when you use
the compost!
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Community events and resources
Nice Ride Minnesota [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1103489172934&s=14296&e=001pCl82WIo70-k0som7LJUWv3O615EtO9Hv6jU1uBsaX18QVQDxBDpx0f8kpNqxrq-C-wwOaY4C5Ts4o_ZMXZaUx63XS458VQeviTCDP03kdGFZpzSVC4TRg==]--a
bike sharing system recently released in Minneapolis--is the nation's largest bike
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is an opportunity to learn about sustainable agriculture, network within your community,
and have fun at a farm near you. The festival will be unique to each region in the
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for the plan in your area, July 10 (multiple locations).

Join local cooking and gardening expert Marianna Padilla in her own home for Do
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Marianna will discuss what to do with the bounty of an urban garden. Participants
will learn to prepare fruits and vegetables for immediate consumption and to preserve
them for future enjoyment, July 13, 7-9 p.m. (Minneapolis).

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is a one-day introductory course for homeowners and people interested in learning
the basics of how to create heat from sunlight. July 16, 9 a.m.-3:45 p.m., Century
College (White Bear Lake).

The Greater Milan Initiative and the Sustainable Energy Utility invite you to Energy
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a free workshop that will show you how to stay warm AND save money on your utility
bills, July 21, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Milan Community Center.
A shoreline with lots of native trees, shrubs, and other plants will benefit water
quality and local wildlife. Planting our Lakeshores [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1103489172934&s=14296&e=001pCl82WIo7084tmD00qgeM4SpeAZu2FuoiR2hhW9BqkSH5PrIsgRLWF6gvw3ynklngadzUUewfpnkL6MUfHR_53DT3zesrjCWkbPWbHMHCwvuE7a7H4hjguXGDNbuagkDiQ7oMsy0SuBDQ35mXK7SANKhiL99XZsG3zyOtba2QD_6kjnjSOKNxWheegQY5ulRrz6qf3d5m8Y=],
a 2-hour seminar by Happy Dancing Turtle, will cover the art and science of shoreline
planting, July 27, 6-8 p.m., Hunt Utilities Group Campus (Pine River).
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June 2010
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Dear Living Green 365 readers,

As you enjoy Minnesota's many lakes and streams this summer, remember to take care
of them. Below are tips for cabins and lake homes, but cabin-owner or not, there
are lots of things we can do to keep Minnesota's water healthy. Check out the new
MPCA website [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1103374371018&s=14296&e=001rbYPOR8p6fecuuSovgmOKLF1ttGWW51jAClrWYHS2bt4lIdD4f2MqcS27GpfszKEzhVOKxgIUy114R9aGLHSbr_kFFE1-RUa7Hs__TfNIj7ht_eFyoD2FBI8BuMoksTBaz0M4TZC2OZqBQGZDW1EppwMKU534LMA]
for additional ideas. Keep cool and stay green!

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[Living green next to the blue]

Cabins and lake homes
Minnesota is home to over 12,000 lakes. Many of us enjoy swimming, fishing, or lounging
near one of these lakes during the summer.

Whether you visit a lake for a day, own your own cabin, or live year-round in a
lake home, these special places provide many unique opportunities to protect the
environment and our health.
Keep a natural shoreline: A shoreline with lots of native trees, shrubs, and other
plants will benefit water quality and local wildlife. If your shoreline is already
natural, you can selectively trim branches to maintain a view of the lake or a path
to the water. If the shoreline needs to be restored, you can do it yourself! Read
tips, watch videos, and find plants on the DNR lakescaping and shoreline restoration
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Avoid fertilizing the lawn: Nutrient runoff is a primary source of water pollution.
As nutrient levels rise, algae growth increases. As the algae die and decompose,
they lower oxygen levels in the water. This can have a devastating effect on fish.
Fertilizer, leaves, grass clippings, soil, and animal waste are sources of nutrients.
Don't let these things wash into the lake.

Never burn garbage: Burning garbage--even paper--in a wood stove, fire pit, or burn
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backyard burning of residential trash.

Recycle away from home: Don't forget to separate recyclables while at the cabin
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In addition, Target stores now collect aluminum, glass and plastic beverage containers;
plastic bags; MP3 players; cell phones; and ink cartridges.

Take care of hazardous waste: Paint, oil, or other materials with the words "DANGER,"
"WARNING," "CAUTION," "TOXIC," or "POISON" on the label should not be dumped down
the drain or placed in the garbage. Bring them to your county's household hazardous
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Lead fishing tackle should also be brought to these facilities. If you've never
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what to bring and how it works.

Maintain your septic system: It is important to have your septic tank pumped out
regularly (frequency depends on how often the cabin is used and by how many people).
Septic systems that work properly minimize the risk of leaks and contaminating the
groundwater. Learn how your system works and what to do to maintain it on the U
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Prevent pests: Good maintenance of a cabin or home will prevent pests from intruding
and reduce the need to use toxic chemicals to control them. In order to survive,
pests need food, water, and living space. Remove all food sources through good
sanitation and storage habits (i.e., screw-cap jars, zip-lock bags, garbage pails
with tight-fitting lids). Block pest entrances to your kitchen by caulking holes,
using door sweeps on the bottom of doors, and keeping window screens in good repair.
Get the lead out: Fishing tackle made from lead is toxic and is directly responsible
for poisoning wildlife like loons and eagles. Anglers should use sinkers and jigs
made from non-hazardous materials such as steel, tin, and bismuth. Talk to your
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Enjoy the water and have fun this summer!

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[Days of our green lives]

Community events and resources
Twin Cities Bike Walk Week [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1103374371018&s=14296&e=001rbYPOR8p6fdtcRtyA7K_dzFUo4viAwa0LNv5GFAleZb9hVWhVwRoDLA1fcBIuwmypxyiiG3Al5l4xBBZWYBKwTIeOIQIDaCgQ3A4UmgV1pQVfhXbMYIACw==],
June 5-11, is a great time to try biking or walking to work. The Bike Walk Week
website connects you with resources like maps, books, teams, and upcoming bike classes.
On June 10 there will be celebrations and discounts for bikers all around town.
Join thousands of other bikers for the celebration!

This week there is a special Minnesota Renewable Energy Society class for women:
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Discussion will include how solar technologies work, where they work, why they work,
approximate costs, and current information on state and federal solar incentives
that are available, June 6, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Wilder Recreation Center (St. Paul).

National Get Outdoors Day (GO Day) [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1103374371018&s=14296&e=001rbYPOR8p6ff1E6WVJd_H4KOqcVjxxP0LOC8zDhmQPdhP8CEXwkBYS7nrzNV5SqfbSFU-bn7NWFwV42hPAam-kWOeCBWVyGBXg8DoznwOX0LnTQXpv3IxiR_QFvHhyD06LgIjlyGoYuE=]
is a new annual event to encourage healthy, active outdoor fun. To participate,
simply go outside on June 12! Or visit the GO Day website to find special events
in Minnesota that will provide structure for your experience, June 12, all day,
a park near you (Your Town).
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is a celebration of green living and sustainability in southern Minnesota! The fair,
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member, will include a green expo, workshops, speakers, musical entertainment, local
food, artisans and children's activities, June 26, 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Olmsted County
Fairgrounds (Rochester).