Project Green : Local News
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17th annual Austin Cool House Tour approaches
AUSTIN -- Austin Energy Green Building and the Texas Solar Energy Society collaborate to showcase homes and projects that are designed and built to high standards of energy efficiency, comfort and attractive... Read more..
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New ABIA rental car facility to feature hybrid cars
The Austin airport is taking the first steps toward building a new car rental facility with greener options for travelers.... Read more..
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Earth Day: Area businesses give 5 percent to Mother Earth
On Monday businesses across the area are going green and giving back for Earth Day. ... Read more..
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Austin among best cities for urban forests
A list of the 10 Best U.S. Cities for Urban Forests now includes Austin.... Read more..
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New generation of lighting saves energy, money
SWITCH offers the only liquid-cooled LED light bulb that provides the same performance and quality of light as an incandescent bulb, while using up to 80% less energy.... Read more..
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'Green' skyscraper demolition in Japan
In Japan, demolition crews are using a new way to take down skyscrapers.... Read more..
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Starbucks to roll out $1 reusable cups
The Seattle-based coffee chain already gives customers a dime discount each time they bring in reusable cups for refills.... Read more..
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Feds phase out more light bulbs in 2013
As the New Year arrives, new rules bring the nation closer to the end of the traditional incandescent light bulb. ... Read more..
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SXSW Eco draws crowds in second year
If you've got a big idea you think can change the world - for the better, look no further than SXSW Eco. In just its second year, the SXSW fall event has doubled in size.... Read more..
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New recycling rules take effect in Austin
New recycling rules went into effect Monday across Austin.... Read more..
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IKEA activates solar panels
It was a big day for the IKEA store in Round Rock. ... Read more..
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Georgetown takes "green" steps
Georgetown is taking a step towards going green with single-stream recycling.... Read more..
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Austin Green Energy News - KVUE.com
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Downtown Austin high-rise getting green roof
A downtown Austin high-rise office building is getting a new green roof on its 15th floor. It will not only help the building save energy and cooling costs - it will also be a place to relax for the people who work there.... Read more..
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Zero-waste initiative has city studying roadkill recycling
It is a goal set for more than 25 years from now and it's no easy task. The city of Austin wants to be a truly zero-waste city by the year 2040. That means recycling or reusing everything, and they do mean everything.... Read more..
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Innovative new electric cars on display
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Energy efficiency in new homes
Utility costs are on the rise. Because of that many consumers are making energy efficiency a key factor when searching for a new home.... Read more..
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Ways to cut down energy bill during summer months
Hot summer months are nearly here. Central Texas temperatures are creeping into the 90s this week. When they hit triple digits, energy bills will spike.... Read more..
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Eco-friendly motorbikes being introduced in Philippines
Kyung Lah reports on how the Philippines' hopes to reduce pollution, one eco-friendly motorbike at a time. ... Read more..
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Texas Land Commissioner speaks about Adopt A Beach Cleanup
The 26th Annual Adopt A Beach Spring Cleanup is schedule for Saturday. The all-volunteer effort helps to make sure Texas beaches are clean and ready for the busy summer months.... Read more..
