Recycle Your Christmas Tree
Starting today, the city of Buffalo will be picking up real Christmas trees in an effort to recycle trees and save money.
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Obama Meets Gore, Talks Energy, Economy
President-elect Barack Obama says former Vice President Al Gore's ideas on the environment would be key to helping the nation's struggling economy recovery.
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Toxic Air Around Schools
In Monday morning's USA Today, there's information on an extensive investigation concerning the quality of air near schools across the country.
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Compressed Natural Gas Vehicles Hitting The Roads of Western New York
When the price at the pump hit a high of four dollars for a gallon of gasoline, Americans reacted by driving less, selling the S.U.V. and seriously considering an alternative fuel vehicle like Compressed Natural Gas.
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Ways 2 Save: Geothermal Heating Systems
Harnessing energy from the earth to heat your home can help you save on utility bills, but you have to spend money first before you can make money. Geothermal technology isn't cheap. Systems can run from a few thousand dollars to tens of thousands of dollars, but it's the long-term benefit homeowners are going after.
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Why Are Gas Prices So High In WNY?
Some say gas prices are higher here because we are farther away from refineries. Others blame high taxes. One Congressman is calling for a federal investigation.
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Ways to Go Green and Save
There's an old saying that it isn't easy being green. But nowadays, it's not only easy going green, it could also save you a lot of green.
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AAA: Buffalo Highest Gas Price in Nation
Drivers in Buffalo are paying the highest price for gas in the nation, according to AAA.
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Solar Schools
Some Buffalo area Catholic Schools are turning their roofs into energy producers as well as an educational experience for their students. Meteorologist Andy Parker explains.
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Lancaster Company is a "Green" Neighbor
In Lancaster, Ecology and Environment is getting high marks for its commitment to saving energy.
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Student Housing Complex Will Run on French Fry Oil
Ed Hogle needed a plan for the several buildings he owns near Buffalo State and Medaille College.
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A New Way to Heat Your Home: Save Thousands with Comfort Zone
Comfort Zone is a new invention released just this year and uses infrared rays, a natural heat source.
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Ways 2 Save: Getting Green For Being Green
Want to get rid of your old appliances? Want a little extra money in your pocket? Now there's a way you can do both!
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Green Collar Jobs
If you're looking for a new career and are interested in making a positive impact on the environment, you might want to look into a growing sector of so-called "green collar" jobs.
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Green Energy House
When you think of green homes the mature housing stock in Depew probably isn't your first thought, but that's exactly where one Western New Yorker is building what may become the greenest home in the area. Meteorologist Andy Parker explains.
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WNY Continues to Have Highest Gas Prices in State
If you've driven around the state lately, you've probably noticed that the Buffalo-Niagara region has the highest gas prices in the state.
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Olmsted Conservancy is Planting Trees
Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy is planting trees in the city of Buffalo after so many were lost two years ago.
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Saving Your Office Energy
The office environment is often a place teeming with electronics. In fact, commercial buildings use about 2/3 of the electric energy in the United States. Although electricity is necessary for daily operations, energy waste at the workplace can easily spiral out of control.
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New York is #5 in Energy Efficiency
The Empire State is ranked 5th on a list of states improving energy efficiency to respond to high prices, energy security and global warming.
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Green Picnic
There are many creative ways to make your picnic green. Here are a few tips.
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Green Kitchen Tour
You may know the Elmwood Village for it's trendy restaurants, unique boutiques or even it's great gardens, but now the village is opening the doors to some of it's most interesting cooking spaces with a Green theme in mind.
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Stress Busters
Feeling stressed with daily pressures? Well, many Americans are trying to find relief from their daily grind by managing their stress.
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Goose Herding
Canadian Geese can be found across Western new York and can certainly leave a mess behind. A Buffalo man and his 4 legged partner are using a unique and humane method to move the geese.
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Eco Friendly Home
A clean, well-kept home is one of the essentials of modern life. But what are some cleaning products you can use that get the job done, and are both good for you and the planet?
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Saving Water
A few tips to save water in your own home, starts in the bathroom where we use 60% of our household water.
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Efficient AC
Here are a few tips you can use to lower your energy bill during the summer.
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Compact Florescent Lamps
If you're looking for ways to reduce your electricity bill and your impact on the environment, think about switching from traditional light bulbs to Compact Florescent Lamps also known as CFL's.
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