Winter's here, and you're probably cranking the heat. But hold your thermostatic enthusiasm: high temps in your home lead to high utility bills -- not to mention a high price paid by the earth. In today's video episode, Umbra offers tips for staying warm without planetary or pecuniary peril.

Pedata RV Center sees the introduction of new technology as a wonderful indicator of positive movement for the recreational vehicle industry. As financing problems arise to cast shadows, the introduction of amazing new technologies like the Fleetwood Hybrid offer hope for a brighter future. On December 26, 2008, Fleetwood Enterprises RV Group presented its Hybrid motorhome offering an increased fuel economy up to 42%. Pedata RV Center looks forward to offering the Fleetwood Hybrid to consumers. (PRWeb Jan 6, 2009)

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Energy-efficient tax credits for home improvements have been extended to cover home insulation throughout 2009. (PRWeb Jan 6, 2009)

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Two time Emmy-Nominated Paul Brian McAvene, Head Production Designer and Owner of McAvene Designs Inc., has a new hit on his hands with "A Kid's Life!" ™.http://www.akidslife.comFor the latest information, please visit http://McAveneDesigns.com, or call his Hollywood Studio at (818) 985-8282. (PRWeb Jan 6, 2009)

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Projections by green building consultant Jerry Yudelson say that the green building industry will grow substantially in 2009 despite the global economic recession. (PRWeb Jan 6, 2009)

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With detectable levels of outgassed formaldehyde well above levels recommended by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) in such mass-produced environments as mobile homes, R.V.s and trailers, one Indianapolis-based company is looking to provide viable portable air filtration solutions to combat the rising concern of formaldehyde gas in an airborne environment. (PRWeb Jan 6, 2009)

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Process Water Re-Use Has Been Shown to Increase Profits While Helping To Stave Off a Looming National Water Crisis (PRWeb Jan 6, 2009)

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For the second year in a row, National Geographic Adventure magazine has named VBT as one of the Best Adventure Travel Companies on Earth. We are particularly honored to have received a client satisfaction rating of 98.33/100, and a quality of service rating of 94/100. (PRWeb Jan 6, 2009)

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The recent flow of media about animals being treated cruelly in factory farms, and the up and coming vegetarian movement is covered every Saturday, on Voice America Health & Wellness Network. Listen online, download, even listen on your phone, but don't miss a single show. (PRWeb Jan 6, 2009)

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BurrellesLuce Vice President Johna Burke will describe communication tactics that can bridge the generation gap in remarks to be delivered on Tuesday, Jan. 6, at a professional development luncheon sponsored by the South Carolina Chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC). Additional details can be obtained on the chapter's website (www.sc-iabc.com) or from Stefanie Caraviello at 803-255-2635 or stefanie.caraviello (at) scchamber.net. (PRWeb Jan 5, 2009)

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Butterfly Maidens is an organic clothing company that offers inspiration and hope to environmentalists, peace activists, and everyone out there who cares about this world in which we live in. (PRWeb Jan 5, 2009)

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The Wine Group announced today the replacement of its 187 ml single serving glass bottles for the popular Glen Ellen and Fish Eye brands with environmentally-friendly 250 ml Tetra Paks. The premium wines rolled out in this extreme portability pak are Glen Ellen Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, White Zinfandel, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, and Fish Eye Chardonnay and Merlot. (PRWeb Jan 5, 2009)

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Philadelphia Area GREENandSAVE has conducted Home Efficiency 'Checkups' over the past several years and given the increasing demand, they have now formalized an 'academy' career program to train 'Home Efficiency Consultants' to provide the 'Checkups'. The Checkups typically take two to three hours and cost homeowners $200 - $300, but the savings are guaranteed to more than cover the cost of the service. The Checkups differ from Energy Audits in that the Checkups include a review of the whole house utility and health factors as well as energy consumption. (PRWeb Jan 5, 2009)

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Two California high school siblings are changing lives with their grassroots initiative to assist Indian farmers entrenched in poverty. Adarsha Shivakumar and Apoorva Rangan founded Project Jatropha to encourage the development of farmer-owned crops of Jatropha, a long living, economically viable shrub with seeds that can be converted into biodiesel. (PRWeb Jan 5, 2009)

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Critically Needed Emergency Housing Focus of Agency Agreement. (PRWeb Jan 3, 2009)

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Robert H. Norton, MBA, PE, President of Norton & Associates with Divisions in NORTECH Realty, Investment, and Carbon Technology Management with the Carbon Credit Today. The group's announcement of a new holding corporation, US Property Portfolio, private equity land investments and the acquisition funding for liquidated failed commercial properties. With the current commercial market conditions, Norton & Associates Inc. provides P & L Management, re engineering of existing portfolios with added values (tax credits, energy, conservation, environmental, carbon credit offsets). (PRWeb Jan 2, 2009)

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Launching in January 2009, the network will feature programs devoted to the latest and hottest eco-conscious trends and lifestyles. It also will promote a more sustainable future for the world's Internet radio listeners through live programs, archives and podcasts. (PRWeb Jan 2, 2009)

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Actress Melora Hardin to be guest on premiere episode of One Greener Radio on VoiceAmerica's newest network, The Green Talk network. (PRWeb Jan 2, 2009)

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Giving new meaning to the term "G" force the Interdependent Project launches the first global web portal and internet radio show dedicated to the sustainability movement with exclusive focus on "solutions". Unique program to air live three days per week on The Green Talk Network. (PRWeb Jan 2, 2009)

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American Cooks Unknowingly Throwing Money Away With Every Meal. While Home Cooking Grows In Popularity, Misuse of Kitchen Appliances and Poor Cooking Habits are the Norm. (PRWeb Jan 2, 2009)

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