Bottled water is no cleaner or safer than tap water, according to an NRDC study. Americans tossed 22 billion empty plastic bottles into the trash last year, leading to clogged waterways and the increased use of fossil fuels. Bottled water also incurs a cost that tap does not when it is shipped and trucked around [...]

The new year could be greener than ever as leaders around the globe get more serious about fighting climate change. What are your green New Year's resolutions?

• I plan to recycle more or start my own compost pile.
• I’m reducing my electrical consumption at home by using my dryer less, turning off extra appliances or installing power strips on computers, TVs and phone chargers.
• A member of my family is commuting on public transportation or riding a bike or walking to school or work.
• I’m greening my house by getting an energy efficient furnace/AC unit or making other energy-saving changes, like adding window tint, storm doors or an energy pump.
• I’m changing my food habits either by eating more local or organic food, growing my own or cutting out meat because it is so energy-intensive.

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