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Chevy to debut Volt in California, partner with utilities Video included

Californians will be able to buy the electric-driven Chevrolet Volt late next year, and charge them at over 500 charging stations to be built in cooperation with local utilities.

Local company creates "oil eating" product

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A local company has designed a product they say will literally eat up oil and turn it into water. Now they want to take it to the Gulf Coast to help out.

Washington Economy Getting Greener

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Governor Gregoire announces Washington state economy is getting greener.

Washington gets $13.5 million for green jobs

Associated Press - January 6, 2010 11:45 AM ET SEATTLE (AP) - Washington state is receiving $13.5 million from the U.S. Department of labor to train people for green jobs.

GM says 'Volt' gets 230 miles per gallon

DETROIT, Mich. - General Motors announced Monday that its new electric car, the Volt, will get 230 miles per gallon.

EcoTrust sells its first carbon credits

Associated Press - March 19, 2010 10:15 AM ET PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) - A for-profit subsidiary of Portland-based EcoTrust has sold its first carbon credits from Washington forest land it...

"Green is Universal" efforts in the Yakima Valley

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It's Green Week on NBC with environmentally themed programming on the network each day as efforts to “go green” are happening locally as well.

Go green with Feng Shui

If you desire some balance in not only your life but in the world at large, maybe it's time to incorporate the principles of both Feng Shui and green living into your home.

Find out what going green is all about and just how simple it is.  Find blogs, news, and videos on NBC's "Green is Universal" website.

The latest bews and features on issues that impact the environment. Topics include the Endangered Species Act, global warming or climate change, smog and conservation.

Information on fire prevention and safety, recyling house hold items, climate and weather links, and environmental videos are available all in one place.

Guide to local resources including recycling centers, how to recycle, pollution prevention and how help protect the environment.

WeatherPLUS is bringing you news on Global Warming and environmentally friendly advice and tips. Going green tips to make the weather help you save money and energy.

The United States Environmental Protection Agency site provides comprehensive information on environmental issues in a way that is accessible and meaningful.

For Kids!

Your Pledge to the Environment

Here's a pledge you can take to protect the environment!

For Kids!

Books on the Environment

Check out these fun books and activities to find out more about the environment.

For Kids!

Sing along to these fun songs about conservation!

Sing along to these fun songs about conservation!

Find out how that aluminum can is recycled into, yet, another aluminum can!

Learn about the different batteries on the market and the importance of recycling batteries.

With toxic elements like lead and mercury found in each mobile unit, it is important to keep cell phones out of landfills and incinerators.

Millions of computers are being stored or thrown away, threatening the environment with toxins and excess waste.

Learn about curbside recycling and how various communities make it convenient for residents to recycle at home.

Understand the benefits of recycling your used motor oil, as well as the risks to you and your environment when motor oil is not properly handled or recycled.

Learn tips on how to properly store leftover paint to extend its life of paint for future use or make it easier to donate the paint for reuse by someone else.

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