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The True Cost of Commuting in Birmingham
Each year on Earth Day, April 22, the world celebrates the environmental movement for protecting the planet, taking action and raising awareness about the importance of sustainability. Many people make eco-friendly choices in their homes by conserving water and recycling cans and bottles, but most don’t think about the ways their commute to and from [...]
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Top Reasons You Should Take up Hiking this Spring
By Nathan Burks, Contributing Writer It’s the beginning of spring; the time of year people are itching to get out of the house. The sun is shining and all kinds of new signs of life have begun to replace the gray winter skies and damp weather. Hiking can be an innovative means of getting out of [...]
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UAB’s SSC Symposium Reveals Benefits & Challenges Alike for Birmingham Sustainability Plan
On April 4th, more than a dozen sustainability experts, academics, and community leaders came together to offer expertise and share their insight during the Sustainable Smart Cities Symposium. Hosted by UAB ‘s Sustainable Smart Cities Research Center, the event was attended by more than 150 guests, all from a wide range of industries and backgrounds. The all day [...]
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2013 Green Home Giveaway Makeover in Progress
The makeover for the 2013 Green Home Giveaway, presented by Alabama Power, is now officially complete! This year’s winning home, a historic 1927 Crestwood North home. Homeowners Chris and Peggy Biga have watched their home go through some exciting transformations, and beginning to experience the many benefits of living in a greener, more energy efficient [...]
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