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GreenGov 2012: Leading by Example
Posted by on September 21, 2012 at 3:22 PM EDTThe third annual GreenGov Symposium will highlight how the Federal Government is cutting waste, saving taxpayer money, and promoting clean energy by incorporating sustainable practices into their operations.
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Chimney Rock Becomes Our Newest National Monument
Posted by on September 21, 2012 at 12:54 PM EDTPresident Obama designates Chimney Rock in southwest Colorado as our nation’s newest national monument.
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Delivering Energy Savings to Taxpayers
Posted by on September 18, 2012 at 12:52 PM EDTCommissioning is one innovative idea for creating jobs and saving taxpayer dollars by reducing energy use in Federal buildings.
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Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the Montreal Protocol
Posted by on September 17, 2012 at 5:03 PM EDTTwenty-five years ago, the United States played a leading role in negotiating the Montreal Protocol to phase out production of chemicals that deplete the ozone layer. Today, the Montreal Protocol is one of the world's greatest environmental success stories, as we are well on our way toward restoring the ozone layer and its benefits for the Americans people.
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USDA Drought Code Sprint: Giving Americans One-Click Access to Federal Drought Relief
Posted by on September 14, 2012 at 12:53 PM EDTThe U.S. Department of Agriculture challenges you to design innovative apps to connect farmers, ranchers, and others with the latest information on drought conditions and Federal drought relief resources.
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Federal Buildings Leading By Example
Posted by on September 10, 2012 at 12:46 PM EDTThe U.S. Green Building Council discusses the Federal Government's leadership in promoting energy efficient buildings, which will be highlighted along with other innovative Federal projects at the GreenGov Symposium on September 24-26.
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Weekly Wrap Up: Salute the Troops
Posted by on August 31, 2012 at 4:00 PM EDTHere's a quick glimpse at what happened this week on WhiteHouse.gov.
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Young Americans Building a Sustainable Future
Posted by on August 31, 2012 at 3:52 PM EDTThe winners of the Youth Sustainability Challenge gathered at the White House to meet senior environmental policy-makers and discuss how young people can be leaders in promoting sustainability in their campuses, schools, and hometowns.
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What the New Fuel Economy Standards Mean for You
Posted by on August 30, 2012 at 11:52 AM EDTThe Administration has announced new standards that will increase fuel economy to the equivalent of 54.5 miles per gallon for cars and light-duty trucks by model year 2025. Learn more about how these standards will curb pollution, spur jobs, and save consumers money at the gas pump.
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Weekly Wrap Up: Dream Day
Posted by on August 17, 2012 at 3:44 PM EDTHere's a quick glimpse at what happened this week on WhiteHouse.gov.
