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GreenPrint: Our design for a sustainable future
Miami-Dade County is developing GreenPrint, a comprehensive plan to evaluate and integrate environmental, social and economic benefits toward a sustainable future.
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Miami-Dade nets $12.5 million energy conservation grant
Federal grant dollars provided to Miami-Dade County will go toward energy management and construction projects, citizen outreach and education, pilot programs and more. Funds from the grant will also help create local green jobs.
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Recycle your old phone book
The fall season brings with it a new set of telephone books to most Miami-Dade residents. The Department of Solid Waste Management reminds you to recycle your old phone books, rather than just throwing them away. Save trees!
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Grant funds for agriculture irrigation pumps available
Agriculture industry representatives are eligible for rebates toward the cost of updating agriculture irrigation pumps, thanks to federal stimulus funds.
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"Green-collar" work really pays
The Targeted Jobs Incentive Fund (TJIF) provides financial incentives for select industries -- including Solar Thermal and Photovoltaic Manufacturing, Installation and Repair Companies -- wishing to relocate or expand within Miami-Dade County.
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Properly dispose efficient light bulbs: It's a bright idea
Compact fluorescent light bulbs are great at conserving energy, but they contain traces of mercury. When they're ready to be disposed, do the safe thing. Miami-Dade County's Home Chemical Collection centers accept these light bulbs, as do participating locations.
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Metrozoo successfully tests green composting project
Miami Metrozoo recently tested turning on-site waste into compost, which was then used to landscape zoo grounds. It was one of four South Florida locations to receive federal grant funds for the project.
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Get free outdoor air quality forecasts
Although Miami-Dade County's air quality rarely falls below the "good" range, residents can subscribe to receive free outdoor air quality forecasts every day.
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