‘Talking About Green’

5 Environmental Films Everyone Should See


You might be surprised by the vast number of films on the market that pertain to environmental issues; and they’re not all slow-moving, voice-over-heavy Discovery documentaries, either.  There are quite a few mainstream movies that focus on the many problems facing our environment, from pollution and waste to conservation issues.  So whether you’re looking for the facts through your media consumption or you just want a couple hours of entertainment (with a little added value), here are a few environmentally focused movies that you won’t want to miss.

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How College Campuses are Going Green


Despite the rising cost of tuition, the reduction in scholarships, and the ongoing recession that makes getting a job and a loan harder than ever, many students on college campuses are still using their famously high energy levels and penchant for social consciousness to try to improve the state of our planet – starting with their own college campuses.  Of course, many schools are also looking for ways to embrace an eco-consciousness, especially considering the money that can be saved through conservation and returned through government incentives.  In short, many colleges are at the forefront of technology and innovation when it comes to going green.  Here are just a few ways that institutions of higher learning are making the air a little easier to breathe.

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The Massage Industry in the US

In the US, the massage industry is one industry that appears to be flourishing in every state. Because of its wide ranging health benefits, it is a very popular and lucrative industry. There are a number of factors that affect the massage industry ranging from consumer practices and demands to new health trends.

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The Business of Growing Marijuana in the United States

Although you will not find it traded on stock market, growing marijuana has become a prosperous industry in the US. Most states do not allow marijuana use for recreation purposes, but it is legal for medical use in a number of US states, Marijuana is now a mainstream product used by millions of Americans all across the country.

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Initiatives to maintain GREEN Environment

An Environment, is the surrounding place of any living thing which includes all living things and non living things. At present, our environment is getting polluted at an alarming rate and this is posing a great threat to us. Global warming is increasing at such a high rate that working towards a green environment is very essential.

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Greener and quieter mowing Alternatives

Lawn mowing is a very popular activity during the spring and summer times. Everyone loves a great looking lawn and it is vital to carry out the regular maintenance to keep the lawns neat and attractive. Traditionally, the walk behind rotary mowers were very popular, but they are pretty strenuous to operate which is why they have slowly gone out of vogue.

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Small Steps to Making Your Home Eco Friendly

It seems like everyone is doing everything they can these days to make themselves more eco friendly. From simply recycling to driving a hybrid car, everyone is trying to do his or her part. One of the biggest ways we can be more eco friendly is by adjusting the ways we live our lives while we are at home.

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How to Encourage Your Kids to Go Green


Show them Why: What better way to get your kids enthusiastic about the environment than by showing them the beauty of it? This will help your children understand just how much nature gives to us and why we should give back. Take them out to the park or the beach.

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Green Way to Save and Get Free Stuff

As people become more conscious of what they are using and what their consumption means to the planet, they are coming to understand that being earth-friendly can also be wallet-friendly. When you attempt to become more earth conscious you will be amazed at how much money you can save.

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Eco-Friendly Jewelry


If you aren’t aware of how the precious metals and brilliant gemstones you keep in your jewelry box make their way from the Earth to your finger, then you might be in for a bit of a shock (especially if you harbor eco-friendly sensibilities).  All are pulled from mining operations, many in poor nations around the world that are not governed by the same strict environmental protections that we uphold in the United States.  These mines are not only invasive, burrowing into the ground to leave an ugly blight upon an otherwise pristine landscape, they are also notorious for polluting the area for miles around with harmful sediment and toxic chemical byproducts that can unbalance the ecosystem for years to come.  That rock is not looking quite so pretty now, is it?  Then, of course, there are all the political and social ramifications of mining, but that’s another issue.  In any case, despite this unfortunate situation, most people still want the shiny things in life.  And luckily, there are ways to have the jewelry you love without harming the environment.

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