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David Johnson National Association of Railroad Passengers Some people say that Americans have forgotten about trains for long distance travel. However in February of 2006, a Harris poll found that, the modes of transportation which the largest number of adults would like to see have an increasing share of passenger …
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency DO Read and follow all label directions on all products you purchase. Label all containers with ingredients, intended use, and date made. Keep all containers out of children’s reach. Keep all containers closed when not in use. Use only non-chlorine bleach if you feel you …
Bob Dahm Organic Bob, LLC Lawns originated in the Middle Ages, around castles, as a place for defensive and community activities like archery practice and grazing sheep (not recommended simultaneously!). Nowadays every home is a castle; unfortunately these village greens do not come with a mob of peasants to do …
Mary Morse Neighborhood Energy Connection (NEC) A home is like a tent, where the parts of the exterior shell “walls, windows, doors, siding, foundation, and roofing” are designed to protect against the elements. By and large these construction features are very effective against cold, heat, wind, and moisture. There’s a …
Laurie Voeltz Write Around Portland Poet & Teacher How do I tell you about the power of writing in community? Of being vulnerable and honest with other humans using the most basic tools: paper and pen. Of being part of a group where we allow each other to see our …
Melinda Feucht Do It Green! Minnesota As food costs soar and people become more conscious about their food decisions, it’s time to rethink the way we shop for food. Michael Pollan, author of The Omnivore’s Dilemma and In Defense of Food, advises, “Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants.” This …
Neely Crane-Smith Center for Energy and Environment Incandescent Light Bulbs: These old-school bulbs work through the principal of incandescence — or producing light through heat. The electricity heats a filament (that little wire in the middle of the bulb) to such a temperature that it produces visible light. Incandescent bulbs are very …
By Sean Gosiewski & Wanda Copeland Congregations Caring for Creation (C3) Congregations Caring for Creation (C3) is an interfaith network of more than 80 congregations that are making the active care of Creation integral to spiritual life and social justice in their congregation. C3/MNIPL is the Minnesota chapter of a …
Charley Smith I was just lying on the grass at Peavy Park on May Day. There were progressive and activist types all around. I felt alienated as always; even on International Workers Day, I was in the minority as a crazy, angry, blue-collar-working trash person. My friend asked me …
Kathie Armstrong Kathie’sFinds.com My business is based on the belief that we must value what is already here and the energy that was used to create it. I visits thrift stores, garage sales, and estate sales to find things that are in need of a new life. By cleaning, fixing, …
