“Recycling metal gives new life to old steel, not to mention giving new life to the environment.Because recycled steel reduces mining waste by 97%, air pollution by 86%, water pollution by 76%, and because scrap mini mills use significantly less energy than conventional steelmaking, we save 6 trillion BTU’s per year.That’s enough to power Los Angeles for 8 years.Recycling metal …

The United States is the world’s largest consumer of aluminum cans yet lags behind other industrialized nations in the percentage of these cans that we recycle.When you recycle a soda can it can reappear on your grocer’s shelf in just 60 days.That’s because aluminum is specifically engineered for 100% recycling – nothing is wasted and the energy required to produce …

“Did you know a steel mill using recycled scrap reduces water pollution, air pollution and mining wastes by about 70%.In one year in the United States, the recycling of steel saves enough energy to heat and light 18 million homes.Recycling metals saves money and reduces our carbon footprint..” This message brought to you by Nick’s Auto Wrecking, Salvage & Metal …

The art of reuse is huge in today’s economy, since it requires little or no additional expenditures on your part, except for a bit of time and perhaps some creativity. Reusing can be as simple as giving an old table a new coat of paint or taking an old t-shirt and making a new throw pillow, or as complicated as …

How many hours a day are you and your family away from your home?After factoring in work, school, social activities and evening entertainment, that number may be substantial.A programmable thermostat is ideal for people who are away from home during set periods of time throughout the week.Through proper use of pre-programmed settings, the savings can add up.Experts say that most …

Major Underwriters Comfort Inn Kodiak Horizon Lines Kodiak Island Borough Kodiak Island Brewing Co. Kodiak Lion’s Club Nick’s Auto Wrecking Sea Hawk Air Underwriters A Balanced Approach Aurora Borealis Radiology C&F Auto Repair Fish Factor Galley Gourmet Kodiak College Kodiak Chamber of Commerce Kodiak Island Charters Kodiak Island Convention & Visitors Bureau Kodiak Island Providence Medical Center Jim Arneson, DDS …

Alternative Energy — Power derived from sources like wind or solar energy without creating harmful emissions Biodegradable — Able to decompose naturally into simple organic compounds that are safe for the earth Biofuel — Fuel such as biodiesel or ethanol that is made from renewable, organic materials for use as a replacement for fossil fuels Bisphenol A (BPA) — Used …

It’s easy to get involved.We are looking for individuals, organizations and businesses who would be interested in writing, producing and/or underwriting sustainability messages. $120 Minimum Buy-InTEN 30 – 60 Second EPSA’s “Sustainability” Enhanced Public Service Announcements sell for $12 each.Due to production costs, a minimum purchase of 10 EPSA’s is required of each participant but any number can be underwritten.Each …

The purpose of this campaign is to educate and inform the Kodiak community about how to reduce energy consumption, recycle resources and products and reuse rather than discard materials.Our goal is to define terms such as “carbon footprint”, offer useful tips for energy conservation that all of us can use, promote responsible use of our resources, offer suggestions for sustainable …

Libby Casey/APRN The Justice Department wants the guilty verdict against former Senator Ted Stevens thrown out. It will not pursue a new trial, and wants all charges dropped. The office of Attorney General Eric Holder announced the news this (Wednesday) morning. In a statement, Holder said that after careful review, he’s concluded that quote, "certain information should have been provided …