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Earth 911

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Earth 911 delivers actionable local information on recycling and product stewardship that empowers consumers to act locally, live responsibly and contribute to sustainability.

Energy star

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ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy helping us all save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices.

GreenerChoices.org

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Produced by Consumer Reports, this site helps you choose greener appliances and electronics for your home; learn where to recycle old cell phones, batteries, and computers; and make greener selections in the grocery store.

LEED Resources

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Find all the resources you need to help you achieve LEED certification, including reference guides for each rating system, templates for submitting projects’ documentation, other reference documents, and the tools you need to keep your projects’ status up-to-date.

U.S. Green Building Council

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The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is a 501(c)(3) non profit organization that certifies sustainable businesses, homes, hospitals, schools, and neighborhoods. USGBC is dedicated to expanding green building practices and education, and its LEED® (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Green Building Rating System™.

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