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If you’re like most people, you’re more than happy to buy green-as long as it also saves greenbacks. Here are five green myths and the truth behind them-plus how much money you may be burning by buying into them. More>>
It's November and football season is in full swing as NFL stadiums average nearly 100,000 fans at each game. Here are six ways to green your tailgate without skipping out on the fun. More>>
Village resident installs a wind turbine on his property. It has been taken down awaiting an ordinance by local officials. More>>
The state Senate approved a bill Tuesday to require manufacturers to set up recycling systems for their electronics. More>>
Legislation requires manufacturers of electronics sold in Wisconsin to take responsibility for collecting and disposing of discarded household devices. More>>
Vote on your favorite design today; $25 license plate fee supports the Endangered Resources conservation fund. More>>
Two UW professors helped develop the satellite, which for the first time relayed data about how much heat Earth absorbed from the sun. More>>
Gore spoke on the importance of global climate change action 12 years after the signing of the Kyoto Protocol. More>>
Secretary Tom Vilsack toured the manure digester at the Crave Brothers farm. It make enough electricity to power 150 homes. More>>
The products line store coolers everywhere, but being part of the organic label involves a change in herd management. More>>
One teacher at Middleton High School is changing her teaching methods to cater to the "computerized" students that fill her classroom. More>>
Prescription and non-prescription drugs, including pills, liquids and creams will be destroyed in an environmentally friendly way. More>>
Dane County is targeting nine beaches that have high levels of bacteria, like blue green algae and E-Coli. More>>
Experts say if people spent 10 percent of their food budget on Wisconsin foods, it would keep $2 billion in the state's economy. More>>
Columbia Par Car awarded a government contract to build 799 small electric vehicles for domestic Army bases. More>>
The USGS said coal-fired power plants and mining are the cause. Some anglers say they're already aware mercury is a problem; another groups urges caution after study. More>>
FLOW is worried about long-term impacts the algae could have. More>>
Professors say green energy could be a boon for Wisconsin's economy. More>>
Camp Randall is pledging to make this football season carbon neutral. We ride along with a bike taxi driver to ask about the idea. More>>
Local politicians struggle to decide whether to allow wind farms, as a bill at the Capitol would streamline the allowable standards. More>>
Tips on midsummer care to keep your landscape looking its best More>>
Bring the desert to your backyard with drought tolerant succulents More>>
Air conditioner unsightly? Melinda's Garden Moment has tips on improving its looks and efficiency. More>>
New and different ideas for our container gardens More>>
Solutions for eliminating powdery mildew on your plants More>>
How to divide and conquer those problem perennials More>>
Here's a pledge you can take to protect the environment! More>>
Check out these fun books and activities to find out more about the environment. More>>
Sing along to these fun songs about conservation! More>>
WKOW's Carl Agnelly blogs about the environment and how going green can help you out. More>>
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