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Sustainable Living - by publication

Paper or plastic? Hybrid or biodiesel? Big solar-powered house in the country or small house in the city? Here's an index of articles, books, fact sheets, and other publications that give our best advice for living sustainably.

Paper or plastic? Hybrid or biodiesel? Big green house in the country or small house in the city?

Here's a catalog of Sightline's articles, books, and other publications with our best advice for living sustainably.

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Stuff

An engaging and fact-packed look at the people and places that are affected every time you sip your coffee, tie your shoes, click your mouse, step on the gas, or read a book. Stuff--one of Sightline's bestsellers--looks at issues of overconsumption, product stewardship, and conservation.; Book

This Place on Earth 2001

This Place on Earth 2001 is a catalog of the best solutions northwesterners can use to reconcile the economy and the environment in this region.; Book

This Place On Earth

Sightline founder Alan Durning's story--how he decided to leave his job as a globetrotting environmental policy analyst and to make a difference by returning with his family to the Pacific Northwest.; Book

Seven Wonders

Seven Wonders asks readers to ponder what the world would be like if everyone on the planet consumed resources the way North Americans do and highlights seven sustainable wonders, including the bicycle, ceiling fan, and ladybug.; Counter

Car Crashes, by the Numbers

The car crash counter estimates the human and economic costs of crashes--a huge and underappreciated risk to Cascadians’ health.; Newsletter article

Beyond Sesame Street

A mom’s favorite urban kids books. It's relatively hard to find good books that tell the story of the typical daily experience of a child—and a parent—traffic, crowds, and, well, city life. Here are a few favorites.; Newsletter article

My Backyard Bog: Smart landscaping for rainy days

Landscaping for rain water minimizes environmental impacts, keeps your home dry, and can create a backyard haven out of your saturated soils.; Newsletter article

Living Large: The way-too-big-house

New homes in the United States today have three times as much living space per person than did the homes our grandparents bought. As family sizes get smaller, homes get bigger and use more resources.; Newsletter article

Sea-Worthy Seafood

How to make seafood choices that won't harm our oceans? Check out our guides to help make sustainable seafood decisions a snap.; Newsletter article

Community Supported Agriculture--Share and Share Alike

CSAs and other strategies to reduce fuel use and greenhouse gas emissions, increase access to local, organic foods, and conserve rural land.; Newsletter article

Walkable Neighborhoods: Taking steps toward health

The Northwest has been taking key steps toward curbing sprawl and designing neighborhoods to be walkable. Recent studies show that living in a pedestrian-friendly neighborhood improves our overall wellbeing.; Newsletter article

Hybrids Hammer Hummers

Hybrid vehicles were introduced in 1999, seven years after Hummers, but by July 2004, had outsold them almost six to one. A sneak preview of Cascadia Scorecard 2005 examines energy use in the Northwest.; Newsletter article

How Green Is It? Navigating Eco-Labels

A wealth of online "green guides" have been launched to help you navigate the labels and claims. Here's a quick guide to a few of the best of these resources.; Newsletter article

No More Idling

Parked cars and empty seats in moving cars is under-utilized capital. Here's how to make use of it..; Newsletter article

Not Business as Usual: Michelle Long

An interview with Sustianable Connections' executive director, Michelle Long. Bellingham's Sustainable Connections is forging a new model for business as usual.