Environment

Clearwater Public Utilities earns two water conservation awards

Submitted by Kip Michalak, Associate Producer

Thursday, January 12th, 2012, 2:05pm

Clearwater Public Utilities earns two water conservation awards

Clearwater, Fla. -- The American Water Works Association (Florida Section) has presented the City of Clearwater's Public Utilities Department with two Water Conservation awards.

The organization serves water quality professionals responsible for protecting the clean water environment, and encourages contemporary water conservation and use of alternative water sources across the county.

The city earned Water Conservation Awards of Excellence in these categories:

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Pinellas County Extension shines a light on energy consumption

Submitted by Mary Burrell, Operations Manager, Pinellas County Communications

Saturday, January 7th, 2012, 1:08pm

Pinellas County Extension shines a light on energy consumption

Pinellas County, FL -- Through its Pinellas Energy Efficiency Project, Pinellas County Extension is promoting a new gadget that aims to get citizens more energy conscious and eco-friendly.

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Connecting people and place

Submitted by Mary Burrell, Operations Manager, Pinellas County Communications

Saturday, December 31st, 2011, 3:40pm

St. Petersburg, FL -- Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center is art-inspired, permanent hands-on educational exhibit of the area’s history, ecology and people.

Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Drive N.E., St. Petersburg 33702, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday through Saturday; closed Sunday through Wednesday and holidays.

For more information call (727) 453-6500 or visit www.weedonislandpreserve.org.

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Christmas tree recycling in Pinellas County

Submitted by Mary Burrell, Operations Manager, Pinellas County Communications

Monday, December 26th, 2011, 5:10pm

Christmas tree recycling in Pinellas County

Please recycle your Christmas tree. Trees will be chopped and processed into mulch then made available at 20 free mulch sites (see www.pinellascounty.org/utilities/mulch).

How to prepare your tree for recycling:

Clean: Remove all decorations, including hooks, garland, tinsel and lights.

Loose: Tree should be loose. Do not use a bag or trash can.

Free access: For apartments or condos, place a tree near the dumpster without blocking access to it.

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Don’t trash the holidays

Submitted by Mary Burrell, Operations Manager, Pinellas County Communications

Friday, December 16th, 2011, 12:04pm

The holidays are a season for giving, but we often end up giving too much to the landfill. Gift wrap, packaging and party goods add up to truckloads of extra garbage. Start your own traditions to reduce, reuse and recycle your holiday trash.

Green holiday tips:

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Beautiful weather brings out the best at Brooker Creek Preserve

Submitted by Mary Burrell, Operations Manager, Pinellas County Communications

Saturday, December 10th, 2011, 12:14pm

Beautiful weather brings out the best at Brooker Creek Preserve

Many programs appealing to nature lovers, environmentalists and history buffs can be found in a jewel nestled in north Pinellas County.

Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center is a popular destination for all ages. From the exhibit Windows to our Wildest Place to hikes and environmental programs, there is something for everyone. And best of all, they’re free!

Exhibits

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Gift and Plant Sale is a natural for the season

Submitted by Mary Burrell, Operations Manager, Pinellas County Communications

Friday, December 9th, 2011, 2:32pm

Gift and Plant Sale is a natural for the season

The Florida Botanical Gardens Foundation will present their second annual Gift and Plant Sale on Sunday, Dec. 11, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the formal gardens at Florida Botanical Gardens.

This special event will feature more than 45 vendors selling a unique collection of flowers and plants, including orchids, hibiscus, iris, bromeliads, native plants, herbs and citrus. Specialty vendors will offer an assortment of items perfect for holiday gift giving, including clothing and accessories, outdoor and garden pieces, select food items, crafts, ornaments, candies and more.

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