1. WAYS TO CHANGE THE WORLD (STARTING IN YOUR OWN BACKYARD).
- Author
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DeMatto, Amanda
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SUSTAINABLE development , *CONSERVATION of natural resources , *WIND turbines , *ENVIRONMENTAL policy , *PHOTOVOLTAIC power systems , *ECONOMIC development & the environment - Abstract
The article focuses on various projects launched by persons in U.S. to save world's natural resources and contribute in sustainable development. It discusses the West Seattle Tool Library, which opened in June 2010 and is now offering 1300 manual and power implements. It mentions that persons in Detroit have outfitted their own home with wind turbines and solar panels that power a heating system and efficient appliances. Also highlights BioCurious, the part of biohacking or garage biology.
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- 2011