Green Living
Cashton, WI 54619
Green Living
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The Daily Green Tip
Most dry cleaners use a solvent called "Perc" (short for perchloroethylene) an oil-based chemical that has been linked to serious health problems if fumes are inhaled or contaminated water is consumed. The chemical's so potent that it's prompted federal and state toxic waste cleanups at dozens of Superfund sites around the country, some of them at defunct cleaners that didn't handle their waste properly. Workers and residents nearby current (and sometimes former) cleaning shops are more at risk than consumers, but many green living experts recommend airing out clothes outside after returning from the dry cleaners.
Better yet, look for alternatives. The Good Housekeeping Research Institute, which tests product advertising and claims (including green product claims) notes that only "wet" and "liquid CO2" cleaning methods are considered preferable alternatives by the Environmental Protection Agency. Other alternatives, like the GreenEarth liquid silicone and so-called "organic" cleaning agents have yet to undergo EPA testing for potential human health impacts. Even if it proves significantly safer, "organic" dry cleaning is definitely a misleading marketing claim, used to describe organic chemicals — as in, derived from petroleum. "Perc" is organic too, by that definition. (Remember, "organic" is a term tightly regulated by the Department of Agriculture, but only when it's used on food; even its use on cosmetics and personal care products is controversial.)
To find out how these dry cleaning alternatives stack up when put to the test with soiled clothing, check out The Good Housekeeping Research Institute's testing data.
You too can help save our planet and put money back in your wallet. Learn how you can take the first steps to reduce your environmental impact in this green living section.
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Going Green
It is estimated that the 54 billion aluminum cans recycled last year in the U.S. saved 15 million barrels of oil. Lean more about the benefits of going green.
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Driving Green
Save money when you travel with these car maintenance tips and gas saving ideas. Read more about driving green.
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Ecopedia
Glossary of green terminology and definitions such as energy audits, fair trade, freecycling, organics, phantom load and more.
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Water Conservation
We often forget that water is not an infinite natural resource. Learn easy ways you can conserve water.
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Energy Saving Tips
Use compact fluorescent bulbs. They last longer and use 66% less energy than incandescent bulbs. Get more energy saving tips.
Drought Map
This map shows areas currently impacted by drought. Drought is defined as a lack of water to satisfy an area’s usual water needs.
If you are in a drought zone, check with your local government regarding water usage restrictions.
Read the latest WeatherBug Drought ReportHourly Forecast for Cashton, WI 54619
Time | Conditions | Sky Cover | Chance of Precip. | Heat Index Wind Chill | Wind |
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Thursday, May 15, 2014 | |||||
5 am |
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Sunrise: 5:37 AM
UV Index (at Noon): 2 - Low
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6 am |
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You too can help save our planet and put money back in your wallet. Learn how you can take the first steps to reduce your environmental impact, including driving green, easy ways you can conserve water, and energy saving tips. To learn more and discover the benefits of going green, visit WeatherBug’s green living section. More >
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