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Five Things to Never Throw Away in the Garbage

When it comes to recycling, some people find it a chore.  In fact, up to 70 percent of everything that goes into a landfill could be recycled.  A good amount of those items, though, simply take up space in a landfill.  However, there are some items that absolutely should never be thrown away because, in addition to taking up landfill space, they are toxic and can work their way back into our water or our food.  These five items must always be recycled or disposed of in the proper way.

•    Electronics, including televisions, old computer monitors and parts, cell phones, and stereos.  Often, these items contain harmful substances like mercury.  Many cities have special electronic recycling days or collection areas, and most electronics stories will take old cell phones and recycle them.
•    Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs are another danger.  They contain mercury, which means they don’t go in landfills.  Some stores, including Home Depot, are now taking old CFL bulbs.  Since they last so much longer, however, you won’t need to recycle them that often.
•    Car fluids, including wiper fluid and antifreeze.  Basically, any type of fluid that comes out of your car should not go into a landfill due to its toxic nature.  Check with your local garbage company to learn how to dispose of these fluids.
•    Likewise, paint should be taken to the local hazardous waste collection center.  Many cities have laws against disposing of what is called free-flowing liquids in the garbage, so in addition to putting toxins in the ground, throwing away your paint may actually be illegal.
•    Finally, lithium-ion batteries should not be thrown away.  These include rechargeable batteries and batteries used in cell phones and other devices.  Many electronics stores also recycle these batteries.

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UK Bans Construction of New Coal Power Plants That Do Not Feature Carbon Capture

In a move to reduce the overall carbon emissions in the UK, the British government has passed new regulations that will require new coal power plants to include carbon capture and storage. If the plants do not incorporate carbon capture and storage into their design, they will not be approved for construction. While this sounds like it will keep unclean coal burning plants from being built, the reality is that it probably won’t really deter new coal power plants. As groups like Cleantech point out, it’s only a really small step in the right direction.

Why is this? Well, the regulations state that carbon capture and storage is required for 400 MW of output from all new coal plants. By 2025, the regulations will have expanded to cover 100% of all emissions. However, the reason why this isn’t as good of a deal as it seems is because the 100% requirement in 2025 will only be in effect if the technology to capture all emissions actually exists at that point. That’s a pretty big loophole.

The biggest problem is that the funds to develop this technology just aren’t there yet. What may happen is that coal plants will “do their best” in dealing with carbon emissions, but since they can simply say that they don’t have the technology to capture all emissions, they can’t be held responsible for actually upholding the regulations. Banning the building of plants that don’t at least try to capture and store is something, but with this loophole in the regulations, it simply isn’t enough to truly cut out all carbon emissions in the UK.

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With the New Year nearly here we all start thinking about what changes we want to make. Fresh on your mind is probably all the delicious treats you were eating over the holidays! Next stop, an exercising New Year's resolution. But, it is hard to exercise. There is that stupid scale, the food points, and those crazy machines. Nevertheless, you look around and everyone seems to be doing it these days. How do those people who work out all the time do it? After a while, you just get bored or lose hope. The number one way is to get in a healthy habit; find the exercise and diet plan that works for you. It's even better if you can work some healthy habits for the earth into your workout plan too. It's not as hard as television makes it out to be. Don't think of it as just something to do to look good for the summer but something that can improve your life! Healthy habits create a longer life; and we all want that, right?

Get Out: if you cannot afford a gym membership, it may seem like you have limited options for staying fit. The gyms haven't taken up all of the space in the world. Exercising outside is still a great option. When you're working inside it takes a lot of electricity to break a sweat. But when you're working out in the outdoors the only manpower is you. You build up your cardio a lot faster and can train to go longer a lot easier. Don't like running? That's ok. Try walking at first and gradually go from walking to jogging to running. Is there a park in your area? Sounds like a great place to do lunges. When you're going to work park the car half a mile or a mile away and get a quick 15-minute workout at the start of your day. When riding the bus get off a stop or two early and walk the rest of the way.

Trying New Things: You think you can't stick to an exercise plan? It's all in your head. You need to connect your body with your mind and put them both into a positive place that says "Yes I Can!" Try Pilates. Sounds like something weak and girly doesn't it? It's far from that. Do you have an aching back or not-so-strong core? Those are the focuses of Pilates. If you want an exercise that not only works out different parts of your body but also has you, walking away feeling rejuvenated than Yoga is calling your name. Through poses inspired by the animals of the earth, it unites the body with the spirit. There is no one way to do yoga but thousands! Both of these exercise forms focus on the mind connecting with the body. Many people around the world consider these to not just be forms of exercise but a discipline, so it's great for people who want to find an exercise plan to stick to. If you feel like you're likely to quit after a short time find an exercise buddy or join a class. If you don't live in a city, it might take a little research to find a licensed trainer or a trainer certified DVD in your area but it will be well worth the search.

Pump Some Iron: You don't like exercising but feel really bad about the environment using the big machines? There are other ways to exercise at home or in the gym. Pump some iron instead of using the machine; you wouldn't believe how many exercises you can do with a few weights, dumbbells, or kettle bells. Just make sure you're exercising the right way, you don't want to pull a muscle by trying these inexperienced on your own. There are items from your childhood that can help too. Remember the jump rope? You can skip around the house or around the block. It might also be a great idea to invest in self-powered machines instead of electrical. Spinning bikes and rowing machines that don't run on electricity are great.

Dress for a Sweat: When thinking about which exercise clothes to buy think about fabrics like organic cotton, bamboo, hemp, or other natural fibers. Many major manufacturers are starting to make clothing from recycled fabrics; everything from sneakers to sweatbands. When you've worn out your exercise clothing, you don't have to throw it away. Since 1993 Nike's program Reuse-A-Shoe has collected sneakers to make basketball courts, playground floors, tennis courts, and running tracks for communities in need around the world. More than likely, there is a center or playground near you that is made from recycled sneakers. Companies like Patagonia want the clothes that you buy from them back so that they can be recycled and made into something else. Anything in your closet that is decent but you just don't want to wear anymore should be sold at a consignment shop or given away to charities or friends. Donate your bad clothes to a local quilting club or to an animal shelter to make bedding for animals in need. You can see if the recycling center in your area recycles clothes or knows of a place where you can.

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why do people hate us preps?

we didnt do anything to you guys,so get over it. all of you people that hate us just cant except the fact that you arent one of us. why do you make fun of us? we dont make fun of any other stereotypes,mostly we just dont even look their way!!!! so idk....and all of the so called "preps" that dress in a.e.,abercrombie & fitch,aeropostale,and hollister think that they are preps? they're just wannabe preps but all of those clothing brands are just slutty...real preps like me wear Lilly Pullitzer,Lacoste,L.L. Bean,J.Crew,Ralph Lauren,Petit Bateau,Anthropologie,Patagonia,Birkinstocks(real),Vineyard Vines,madras,wallabees,C.K. Bradley,and the North Face. we wear polos,minimal makeup,minimal hair styling,pearls,haedbands,cableknit sweaters,jack rogers sandals,patagonia fleeces,and sperry's.(sometimes sperry's).
actually janet j,im 13
oh yeah piper,im not in middle school sweetheart,im in highschool thank you very much.

I don't dislike preps. I don't stereotype people, so I can only dislike a person for an action or their personality : ) I wouldn't dislike a whole group of people without getting to know them. That's called prejudgment, pretty much what everyone in here is doing!

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Non-Energy Efficient Goods Banned by the EU

The European Union has recently made a rather shocking announcement: they’re going to set a number of environmental standards on household goods that could, in the end, ban the sale of any products that aren’t termed “energy efficient” by these standards. This includes things like showerheads, faucets, toilets, windows, and more. If they don’t meet these standards, they won’t be legal to sell or even imported into EU countries. This has both its ups and downs. On one hand, it means that energy will be used better and that people will end up using less power and paying less for what they do use. On the other hand, it will force people to purchase energy efficient products, which may give certain companies a near-monopoly on some markets.

The new standards come from the desire to reduce energy consumption by EU member countries, with a goal of increasing energy efficiency by 20% by the year 2020. A precursor to these standards were set back in 2005 by the EU, but they aren’t nearly as comprehensive or cover as much as these new standards do. The 2005 legislation only affected electronic devices, electrical equipment, and heating equipment. Now, it covers any and all “energy-related” items.

Europeans are, apparently, embracing the resolution and are ready to make their homes more energy efficient. Several governments have already agreed to fast-track the standards through Parliament, so it won’t be long before these standards are formalized and goods banned from sale.

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