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Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs (CFLs) use 75 percent less energy than incandescent light bulbs. With ten times the life span of traditional light bulbs, CFL...

Since Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer, I thought it might be fun to think ahead and ask all you LGSG members what you plan to do this fall to Live Green Save Green?  Weigh in with your new (or not new) strategies, and maybe we can all get some ideas.  Me?  I'm putting in programmable thermostats to get ready for cold weather and hopefully hold down heating costs. You?

I'm visiting another state, and have noticed quite a few renewable energy and environmental initiatives that seem to be state supported and/or community sponsored.  I'm wondering -- how many of you think that your state and/or city is doing a good job in addressing renewable energy and environmental issues?  If you have done any successful lobbying to bring these issues to the forefront in your area or to save tax dollars with renewable energy, I'd like to hear about that, too. Thanks.

Washing dishes while engaging in low-impact camping can seem difficult, but a few strategic tips can make it easy.

Looking for an environmentally friendly way to get rid of a mole in my yard.  Cost effective would be nice, too.

Looking at putting in some solar landscaping lights -- anybody have experience or opinions about these?  Do you like the way they look, and do they give off enough consistent light?  Thanks.

How to conserve water at home Most of us use far more water at home than we realize...

American Automobile Association suggests a few changes to car care and driving habits that will improve gas mileage. Video/editing: Kirk Barron Recordnet.com

This short video identifies ways that golf courses are practicing eco-friendly behavior.

With many of us planning summer car trips and the price of gas still high, I'd like to start a discussion on ways to save or maximize gas mileage.  The best suggestion I have is to change your air filter every 30,000 or so miles to increase efficiency.   Reply to this discussion with your favorite tip.