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Top 10 Cities for Green Construction

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Which cities are doing the most environmentally-conscious building? Check out the top 10 cities for green construction at HowStuffWorks.

Have we reached peak oil?

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Oil is a nonrenewable resource. Have we found all the oil there is to find, or is there more out there somewhere? What's the best way to wean ourselves from our oil dependency?

What are the benefits of hydrogen-powered vehicles?

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As new fuel sources are developed, some people wonder about hydrogen car benefits. Learn about some of the hydrogen car benefits in this article.

How Radioactive Cleanup Works

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It's lunchtime, and you've spastically spilled soda all over your desk. Chances are you could tackle that mess faster than we could say "Mr. Clean." What do you do though when the spill is radioactive?

How much extra gasoline would Americans use if daytime running lights were mandatory?

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Daytime running lights use gas to stay lit when the car is on. Learn how daytime running lights use gas and the amount it takes to power these lights.

How E85 Ethanol Flex Fuel Works

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Learn what E85 is and why some people believe this alternative fuel has the potential to reduce our nation's dependence on foreign oil.

How Smart Windows Work

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With energy bills on the rise, homeowners are looking for new ways to use less power around the house. A cutting-edge window technology called the "smart window" allows consumers to fully or partially block light by turning a knob or pressing a button.

Ultimate Guide to Green Building

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Green building is the practice of creating more resource-efficient methods of construction and renovation. Learn more about green building methods.

How the Student Conservation Association Works

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The Student Conservation Association partners high school students with environmental organizations. Read about the Student Conservation Association.

Do HHO systems actually work?

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Do HHO systems actually work? Read about HHO fuel systems and whether or not they're a legitimate alternative fuel or just science fiction.

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