Archive for January, 2009

Where do you dispose of old TV sets in Florida?

Older TV sets have parts that are unfriendly to the Florida environment. If you would like to find out where to recycle your television in Florida, The Florida Department of Environment has a website where you can search for a place in your area that recycles older televisions.The site is located here

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Florida real estate agents can earn green designation

The National Association of Realtors is offering a green designation to the real estate agent membership that “encourages the real estate professional to be an advocate in spreading the green philosophy.”

Florida agents interested in receiving the designation can attend a 2 day course on January 20-21, 2009.  The cost is $299.    Call 800-669-4327 to register.

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President Bush discusses the environment

President Bush discusses the environment in a press release dated January 6th:

The new steps I’ve announced today are the capstone of an eight-year commitment to strong environmental protection and conservation. Look, I know that sounds contrary to the conventional wisdom of many in the news media. But let me just share a few facts about our record — and you can be the judge for yourself:

Read the release

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In 2009 resolve to have a positive impact on the Florida environment

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection offers month to month green resolutions we can all accomplish:

  1. Ecycle
  2. Spend time outdoors
  3. Save water usage
  4. Celebrate
  5. Green spring cleaning
  6. Eco-friendly boating
  7. Green travel
  8. Staycations
  9. Coastal cleanup
  10. Energy awareness
  11. Green Thanksgiving
  12. Decorate green

The details of each month’s activity can be found on the FDEP website here.

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