This week’s tip is authored by David Boni of the Transitional Studies Department.
The Internet abounds with gas savings tips. You can decide if they are myths or reality after examining the evidence of experts. For example I received these claims in a recent email:
claim #1. Only buy or fill up your car in the early [...]
Archive for April, 2008
Green Tip of the Week – 4/30/08
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Green Tip of the Week – April 23, 2008
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On April 22, 1970, 20 million Americans celebrated the first Earth Day in order to promote environmental awareness and protection. Since then, EarthDay has been celebrated around the world annually. This year, you can do your part to honor the earth and promote environmental awareness and sustainable practices in your own home, workplace and community. [...]
Go Green Lecture
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Wednesday, April 23rd, 2008
12:00 P.M. to 1:00 P.M.
Campus Center Atrium
The Go Green Lecture will focus on the impact of plastic(s) on the environment. There will be an overview of plastic(s), as well as, some tips for recycling plastic and what alternatives are available to using plastic.
For more information, contact Courtney Belluccio, Yolanda Johnson, Mike Sloyka, [...]
Earth Day in the Atrium
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Event: Earth Day
Date: Tuesday, April 22nd, 2008
When: 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
Where: Campus Center Atrium
Earth day will highlight the various New York State parks with pamphlets, pictures, and maps. The MCC Outdoor Activities Unlimited Club will also selling some pictures they have taken and promoting their club.
For more information, contact Courtney Belluccio, Yolanda Johnson, Mike [...]
Green Tip of the Week – April 10 2008
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Green Tip of the Week: Composting
Disclaimer: Composting can be addictive. I began composting because I garden, but now I garden because I compost.
With spring’s arrival, most people start thinking about flowers, birds, and picnics. I start thinking about compost.
Composting is an excellent way to cut down on your household waste stream and add some quality [...]
Green Tip of the Week – April 1 2008
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Just for fun on April Fool’s Day, perhaps celebrating “What’s NOT Foolish” could be an interesting exercise.
Consider …
A typical motor-commute of 7.5 miles though Rochester city streets might normally take 20 minutes. Taking the freeway around might save 5 minutes, but could nearly double the miles travelled and shorten the warranty period of the car. [...]
