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What green-friendly lawn and garden pesticides are available today? I’m particularly interested in options that won’t harm my cats. -- Nancy Blanchard, via e-mail...
Dear EarthTalk:
In renovating a vacation cabin, I discovered carpenter ants working their way through the walls. Is there any way to responsibly get rid of the pests without using noxious chemicals that could potentially harm my family? -- Curran Clark, Lummi Island, WA...
Jun 22, 2008
Dear EarthTalk:
Summer’s going to be a scorcher this year, and I’d like to know how I can keep cool indoors without just running my energy -hogging air conditioners all the time. Any tips? -- John McGovern, Cohasset, MA...
Jun 17, 2008
Dear EarthTalk
What’s available now in lawnmowers that are easier on the environment? My yard is too big for one of those “reel” mowers, and I’m no longer a spring chicken, so I have to buy something that runs on more than human power. What’s out there? -- Joel Klein, Albany, NY...
Jun 2, 2008
Dear EarthTalk:
What makes those so-called “new urbanism” housing developments popping up around the U.S. more environmentally friendly than regular old suburban neighborhoods? -- Rusty Spinoza, Galveston, TX...
May 26, 2008
Oxendine Puts Revised Storm Damage Estimate at $100 Million
Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John W. Oxendine said estimates of damage from last weekend’s storms has reached $100 million in insured losses...
May 17, 2008
John Wieland Homes Creates “Value Protection” Program Building Confidence: Builder Says Worst is Behind Us
Regional home builder John Wieland is working to build confidence in new home purchases with his "Value Protection” program. Five years after closing, if the homeowner’s new John Wieland home does not appraise for at least the purchase price, John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods will pay them the difference...
May 14, 2008
G-CAPP Takes a Local Stand for National Teen Pregnancy Prevention Month
Georgia ranks 8th in highest teen birth rate in the nation - 2nd highest in the rate of repeat births to teens. Hundreds of thousands of teens nationwide are expected to participate in the 7th annual National Day to Prevent Teen Pregnancy on May 7 and G-CAPP (Georgia Campaign for Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention) will do its part to ensure Georgian youth become a part of the movement...
May 7, 2008
The Parent Trap: Is it Time for a Senior Home Makeover?
There’s no doubt where seniors want to live as they age. The majority of seniors polled in recent industry surveys – typically 90 percent – say they want to stay at home. In fact, one recent survey showed that seniors fear loss of independence more than death. But is “home” an accident waiting to happen?
Apr 23, 2008
Cedar Hill "Tip Sheet" on Water Conservation
Utilize Rainbarrels to collect water from the roof of your home and garage to water plants around your yard. Rainbarrels are a wonderful way to avoid water waste by harvesting rainwater. They are easy to set up and use. Cedar Hill offers workshops in making your own rainbarrels and how to install them. They also have rainbarrels for sale...
Apr 14, 2008
Rain Barrel Workshops
The drought of 2007 called attention to the importance of water conservation and water-smart landscape and gardening practices. If you’re looking for a way to minimize your water use, yet maintain an attractive landscape a rain barrel may be the solution...
Apr 9, 2008
Environmental Coalition Presents “Lightbulb Swap 2008”
Trade in at least one energy-guzzling traditional lightbulb for a free energy-saving compact fluorescent lightbulb (CFL) that will provide an estimated $30 or more in energy savings...
Mar 17, 2008
Add to or Begin your Collection of Fine Craft This Weekend
Every year the American Craft Council receives more than 700 applications from artists across the country who are vying for the 227 spaces available at the annual American Craft Show in Atlanta, which rolls into Atlanta March 14-16 at the Cobb Galleria Centre...
Mar 13, 2008
Pennington Unveils First Eco-Friendly Grass Seed
Smart Seed™ enables the average homeowner to save up to 3,000 gallons of water a year. Whether you are green thumbed, filled with green lawn envy, environmentally green, drought-stricken, or dreaming of more green in your wallet, Pennington’s Smart Seed™ with MYCO Advantage™ puts you on the right side of the fence where the grass just got greener...
Mar 5, 2008
Domestic violence survivor honored at sold out event PADV 20th Annual Hearts with Hope
At 4 feet 10 inches, Carrie Kerr may be diminutive in stature, but not in spirit. A domestic violence survivor and an outspoken advocate for PADV, Kerr is eager to share her story in the community to help raise awareness about domestic violence...
Feb 22, 2008
Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Looks For Atlanta Families
Ty Pennington and his crew have been all across the map and they are ready to drive that infamous bus into an Atlanta neighborhood...
Feb 18, 2008
