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The complete idiot's guide to green living
Riley, Trish, 1959-
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c2007. |
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xviii, 316 p. : |
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1592576621 |
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Riley, an environmental journalist, presents a down-to-earth explanation of sustainable living at the global, local community, and personal levels. She offers many tips for applying "green" principles at home (including using herbal remedies), at work, and on the road to save resources and minimize pollution. The guide includes fun ways to teach children these principles, a glossary, and resources. Annotation #169;2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Distributed by Syndetic Solutions, Inc.
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1592576621 (pbk.)
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ISBN:
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9781592576623 (pbk.)
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LC call number:
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GE195.7 .R55 2007
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Personal author:
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Riley, Trish, 1959-
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Title:
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The complete idiot's guide to green living / by Trish Riley.
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Complete idiot's guide
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Portion of title:
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Green living
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Publication info:
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New York : Alpha, c2007.
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Physical description:
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xviii, 316 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
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Bibliography note:
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Includes bibliographical references (p. [299]-301) and index.
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Contents:
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What is global warming? -- Living in harmony with the Earth -- Sustainable living -- Changing our energy habits for a healthier future -- Saving energy at home -- Saving water at home -- Reusing, reducing, and recycling waste -- Green driving -- Hybrids and other green options -- Transportation beyond home base -- Chemicals in foods -- American lawn and garden: making it safe -- Chemicals in cosmetics and body care products -- Chemicals in cleaning products -- Creating a green home interior -- Green buildings LEED the way -- Companies that have gone green and how -- Working with our employers to green the workplace -- Going green in our communities -- Teaching our children principles of green living -- New green economy -- Investing in progress: socially responsible investment opportunities -- Green glossary.
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Subject:
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Environmental responsibility.
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Sustainable living.
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Alternative lifestyles.
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