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A new photovoltaic paint is being developed by UK university researchers and the steel industry and should be ready for use in three years.  The solar paint consists of a layer of dye and a layer of electrolytes. It is applied to the steel as a liquid paste in four layers.  “If the solar [...]

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In an unusual move for an administration that cares little for endangered species , the U.S. Department of the Interior proposed adding 48 species found only in Hawaii to the federal endangered species list this week.  The administration claimed to be using a “newly developed, ecosystem-based approach to species conservation,” even though the Clinton administration [...]

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We are having an amazing flush of fall strawberries this year, and the colder nights make the berries super sweet.  Given the state of the economy, I feel more pressed to preserve the abundance of food growing in our garden.  Making organic strawberry jam is easy, and it is one food item I can [...]

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Wal-Mart claims its Love, Earth jewelry line is eco-friendly because consumers can trace the mine origins to the “Jewelry Sustainable Value Network”.  Pam Mortensen, vice president and divisional merchandise manager for Wal-Mart, said: Wal-Mart recognizes that our customers care about the quality of their jewelry and its potential impact on the world. With Love, [...]

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Ditch the prescription and pucker up! This is going to be short, but it’s good and it matters. Balms with Benefits is the rockin-est thing to hit the shelves in ages. It’s a simple concept, you get a lip balm and add quality aromatherapy to it so that the loveliness on your lips cures [...]

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