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Welcome to RnE²EW's GREEN page! In a world filled with pollutants, greenhouse gases and other harmful gases that destroy our fragile environment, we all must do our part to assure that we are protecting our Earth for future generations. This section is devoted to featuring tips for you to share with your families and students. We welcome any suggestions that you might have to post on our site.

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Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs

An ENERGY STAR qualified compact fluorescent light bulb (CFL) will save about $30 over its lifetime and pay for itself in about 6 months. It uses 75 percent less energy and lasts about 10 times longer than an incandescent bulb.
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10 Environmental Toxins to Avoid

While still in the womb, children are exposed to chemicals that can impair normal growth and development. This internal pollution persists as we are exposed to environmental toxins throughout life.
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EERE Information Center

The DOE Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy's (EERE) Information Center answers questions about EERE's products, services, and technology programs, and refers callers to the most appropriate EERE resources.
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