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In this issue...
• PAGE 4: Congress Moves to Limit Toxins in US Products
• PAGE 4: LG Commits to Recycle E-Waste Responsibly
• PAGE 5: PACE Return Could Make Solar More Affordable
• PAGE 6: Eco-friendly Children's Clothing
• PAGE 8: Investing to Empower Women
• PAGE 10: Hershey Campaign Gains Momentum
• PAGE 11: Southern Co. the Dirtiest Utility in the US
• PAGE 13: Invest in Food Deserts
• PAGE 14: Solar Energy For All
• PAGE 15: Solar Leases: Avoid Big Initial Costs
• PAGE 16: Neighbors Get Group Discounts on Solar and Build Community
• PAGE 17: 8 Ways to Afford Solar Now
• PAGE 18: Community-Owned Solar Gardens
• PAGE 19: The SUN Act Rises
• PAGE 20: A DC Church Helps Congregants See the (Solar) Light
• PAGE 21: Why Josh Barclay and Green America Say "Efficiency First!"
• PAGE 22: World Health Organization: "Cell Phones May Cause Cancer"

Special Thanks to Green America Business Members for supporting the Green American

Better World Club

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Eco Lunch Gear

First Affirmative Financial Network

Good Natured

Grain Place Foods

Hazelnut Kids

Klean Kanteen

Krull & Co.

Max Green Alchemy

NaturePedic

OnePacificCoast Bank

San Francisco Herb &
Natural Food Company

Savvy Rest Organic Mattresses

Social K

Sungevity

Vashon Island Coffee Roasters

Zosimos Botanicals



September/October 2011
Growing Community Solar

Growing Community SolarIt's possible to go solar without breaking the bank -- and due to the accelerating climate crisis, along with concerns over jobs and national security, it's more necessary than ever before.

While Washington bickers, it's up to us to create a critical mass of support for solar. This issue of the Green American explores how all across the country, people are joining together in community solar programs to make going solar easier and more affordable than ever.

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Featured Articles:

• Solar Leases: Avoid Big Initial Costs
Solar leases are making it possible for people in several states to go solar with no money down. Read more »

• Josh Barclay Says "Efficiency First" (Expanded)
 Green America member Joshua Barclay’s energy-efficient home started off with a simple question: Can solar panels power a home in cloudy Michigan? Read more »

• WEB EXCLUSIVE: Mutual Funds Empower Women
Many of the SRI funds on US SIF's Performance Chart screen for diversity. The ones in this article actively invest in women's empowerment. Read more »

 
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Check out previous articles from Green America
on clean energy:

Try a Solar Water Heater
The water heater is typically the second-largest energy user in the home. Read More »

How the Morales Gaskin Family Went Solar
"Since getting thepanels running, I get a kick out of watching my electric meter go backwards." Read More »

Energy Efficiency: The Magic Bullet
"[Conservation] is the most painless and immediate way of rebuilding our nation's strength." Read More »


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