5 Things to Prevent Global Warming


	5 Things to Prevent Global Warming
delete101
6-11-2007 1:16 AM
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delete101 says:
Obviously, the pop. of the Earth is increasing, which means an increase in waste and emissions. Drastic measures are needed to counier this and must be initiated immediately. Not only is our precious Earth at stake, but also our own personal health as well.
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6-14-2007 3:31 PM
corkbed
so true
6-14-2007 6:19 PM
skwirlinator
by illuminating public spaces with LEDs, or light-emitting diodes
Good idea!
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