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MA bans disposal of mercury

[ Originally published in Greenfield Recorder: Tuesday, June 24, 2008 ] The state recently banned disposal of mercury-containing items. This means that mercury-containing items can't be placed in the trash and must be handled separately. Mercury is hazardous to human health and creates environmental pollution. Mercury accumulates in humans and in aquatic animals. The most common household products that are banned from the trash are: thermometers with silver liquid mercury, nondigital...

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Workshop for Solar Project Grants TONIGHT

Greenfield Community College's Office of Community Education is offering a new workshop, Solar Money: New Grants to Help you make Power from the Sun, with Mark Skinder, owner of the Greenfield Solar Store. Come learn about the Commonwealth Solar program in Massachusetts and what it means for home and business owners interested in installing Photovoltaic (solar electric) panels. The workshop will cover the basics of photovoltaic technology, how to assess the solar potential of your site,...

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Baby Steps to Cloth Diapers: Diaper Definitions

Cloth diapering can be confusing simply because of the number of varieties now on the market.  From pre-folds to all-in-ones, cotton to hemp, it’s hard to know where to begin.  Start here as I break it down for you.  Diaper Definitions: Pre-fold Diaper – Usually made of cotton, a pre-fold is a rectangular cloth designed to fold around your child.  It needs to be covered by a plastic or wool diaper cover.  Pre-folds are the cheapest way to get started in cloth.  And unlike your mama’s...

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Goin’ Greener Launches

Carlyn caught up with some local folk after April’s performance of The Turtle Island Medicine Show.  They shared their experiences with recycling, reusing, and making environmentally conscious choices about their lifestyles. How We’re Goin’ Greener 1 airs tonight. But wait! There’s more! Carlyn talked with so many people that she created a series with four different videos. The next three clips will air on Monday nights for the next three weeks. So, we’ll expect...

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