June 19, 2013

Florida's Green Advantages

John M. Dunn | 9/1/2008


Florida’s Green Advantages


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Gas prices are rising, sea levels may be next; but also emerging is a multitude of statewide, innovative responses to environmental challenges from Florida’s green warriors, public and private. Not only are they trying to do the right thing; many also are discovering gold by going green.

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link Florida Is Going Green In A Hurry
Why the push to be green?
link Building Green
Sustainability is a guiding principle.
link Raising The Green Bar
A new building trend is underway.
link Traveling Green
Getting around in a more fuel efficient, environmentally sensitive way.
link Seeking Green Energy Alternatives
Many companies are working hard to curb greenhouse gases.
link Working Green
Conserving energy, fuel, water and reducing waste starts in the workplace.
link Sleeping Green
The "Green Lodging Program" is being used in hotels and motels.
link Carbon-Neutral Playing Fields
Athletic teams and fans pitch in to help the environment.
link Green Veterans Spread the Word
Experience and education help.
link Green Resources
Follow the lead of these businesses that support and practice sustainable policies.

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