Carpeting has been the most popular floor covering in America for decades for good reason -; carpets feel soft, reduce noise and insulate rooms. But some common misconceptions deter people from buying carpets. Before purchasing flooring, consider the following information from Shaw Floors: Myth 1: Asthma...

American fisheries are more than just an important source of food and staple of our culture -; they also contribute billions of dollars to the U.S. economy. Ensuring the oceans’ productivity makes sound financial and environmental sense. And nowhere is this case being made better than in the Gulf...

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The stigma of boxed wine is over. Bota Box, an environmentally conscious wine brand, adds yet another layer to its stewardship of the land. In celebration of Earth Day 2009, Bota Box is rallying support for the restoration of our nation’s forests by joining forces with the Arbor Day Foundation....

You probably know about how many miles to the gallon your car gets, but what about the plane you take to your next vacation? The answer may surprise you. Today’s newest jet engines produce as much as 127,000 pounds of thrust, but are more fuel efficient, on a per-passenger-mile basis, than almost...

From homes made entirely from recycled materials to designer shoes that boast a small carbon footprint, being green no longer means sacrificing luxury. Last year alone, consumers saw the launch of the first all-green, business-class-only airline, a high-end vodka bottled in recycled glass with a label...

There is no shortage of ways to care for your clothes and be kind to the environment at the same time. Below are some quick and easy tips that will help save energy while caring for your clothes: • Clean your dryer lint trap and enable clothes to dry more quickly. • Use warm or cold water rather...

Between 25 and 50 percent of energy used in a home goes right out the window–literally. That’s because, in most homes, windows provide the biggest openings between ambient indoor air and the elements outside–and the biggest opportunity for valuable energy to escape. Heat always moves...