Big Green Apple: Your Guide to Eco-Friendly Living in New York City Tapa blanda - 2006

Many New Yorkers want to act more responsibly when it comes to good environmental health but simply don't know how. That's where The Big Green Apple comes in. With it, you'll discover in-depth recommendations and advice for hundreds of ways to adopt a lower-impact lifestyle in the city. Practical and upbeat, The Big Green Apple clearly explains why environmental problems exist and how lifestyle choices make a difference. Inside you'll find information on: Choosing a green power source Locations of greenmarkets and community-supported agriculture programsSimple ways to reduce energy consumption in your house or apartment - and save moneyThe greening of NYC restaurants and grocers, with helpful lists and locationsStreamlining the recycling processWhere to find eco-friendly dry cleaners, fashions, cosmetics, and household productsAnd much more Also included are a calendar of NYC's greenest events and an extensive directory of organizations and resources to help New Yorkers lighten their impact on the environment. Packed with facts and figures, this inspiring, highly accessible guide is a comprehensive grassroots resource for any New Yorker wishing to reconcile a green philosophy with an urban existence