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Natchez Elementry Unveils Solar Power Project

Last Updated: 6:48 PM 05/30/08 - Students and community members around Nachez Elementary School in Wadsworth celebrated a welcome new addition with barbeque, and their special guest - the sun. Thanks to Black Rock Solar these students are now harnessing the suns’ energy. (Full Story)
BJ's Barbecue Goes Green
Last Updated: 7:36 AM 05/15/08 - BJ's barbecue in Sparks is going green by recycling and using environmentally friendly products. (Full Story)
A Few Changes Can Save You Big Money On Your Power Bill
Last Updated: 4:23 AM 05/05/08 - Sierra Pacific offers energy audits to help homeowners save money on their power bill. (Full Story)
Global Warming: Is It Really A Problem
Last Updated: 6:25 AM 04/28/08 - Scientists at DRI weigh in on global warming. They say it's a problem our grandchildren will have to deal with. (Full Story)
Frank Lloyd Wright Exhibit at Nevada Museum of Art

Last Updated: 8:18 AM 04/23/08 - Frank Lloyd Wright was a pioneer of organic architecture. His exhibit will be on display at the Nevada Museum of Art through July. (Full Story)
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Is ethanol all it's cracked up to be? - 7 Comments Posted
Fuel prices are skyrocketing and our country is using more of it than ever. In such tough economic times, many consumers are looking for other options, such as ethanol. It's touted as an eco-friendly alternative to normal gasoline, but experts say that's not always the case. You have to balance the benefits with the costs. (Read Blog)
You'll Never Believe These Numbers! - 1 Comments Posted
Did you know our commercial air fleet could be rebuilt four times each year, with the amount of aluminum that is thrown away? Or that 15 million trees could be saved by simply increasing double sided printing? Green For Spring has dug up some intriguing facts and figures that we thought you would enjoy. (Read Blog)
Green For Spring Kicks Off With Simple Tips - 2 Comments Posted
KOLO-8 and Daybreak are kicking off Green For Spring on Earth Day, and we want to share our advice with you! (Read Blog)
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