Take Care of Texas

Take Care of Texas

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Take Care of Texas, a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality campaign, provides tips to conserve water and energy, and keep our air and water clean.

http://www.takecareoftexas.org/

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We're enjoying our time in Fort Worth, TX at the Texas FFA Association State Convention. Stop by say hello and pick up some great FREE Take Care of Texas materials, like the Alamo, Texas FFA club, who helps Take Care of Texas by organizing the recycling program at their school.

Did you know that by using mulch and compost, Texans can reduce the need for outdoor watering by 30% to 60%? Want to learn more? Check out our handy guide to help you get started. #TipOfTheWeek
http://bit.ly/1okWsEr

Next week we will be spreading the Take Care of Texas word in Fort Worth, TX at the Texas FFA Association State Convention. Stop by and learn how you can do your part to #TakeCareOfTexas. See you there.
http://bit.ly/1pH8JXA

Take Care of Texas wishes you a fun, safe Fourth Of July weekend. How do you celebrate 4th of July?

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Take the Pledge!
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July 10 at 7:06pm
Just ordered the free guide and bumper sticker! Thank You!
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This week we congratulate 2014 TEEA award winner PVI Industries, LLC . See how PVI's new line of water heaters helps "Take Care of Texas" by using less natural gas, reducing potable water consumption, and the elimination of a waste stream.
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2014 TEEA Winner Pollution Prevention Category: PVI Industries, LLC

For more info or to apply visit http://teea.org. In 2011, PVI Industries, a manufacturer of water heaters, decided it wanted to both improve its products and...

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River and Sky's Lone Star Activity Book (GI-380) is this week's featured kids publication. This activity / coloring book, featuring mascots River and Sky, is for students in grades K-5 and helps kids learn to "Take Care of Texas". Order this great FREE publication and more at http://bit.ly/1iRpFaR

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Take Care of Texas

July 16

We're enjoying our time in Fort Worth, TX at the Texas FFA Association State Convention. Stop by say hello and pick up some great FREE Take Care of Texas materials, like the Alamo, Texas FFA club, who helps Take Care of Texas by organizing the recycling program at their school.

Photo: We're enjoying our time in Fort Worth, TX at the Texas FFA Association State Convention. Stop by say hello and pick up some great FREE Take Care of Texas materials, like the Alamo, Texas FFA club, who helps Take Care of Texas by organizing the recycling program at their school.

Take Care of Texas shared a link.

July 14

Did you know that automatic ice-makers and through-the-door dispensers increase a refrigerator's energy use by 14% to 20%? #TipOfTheWeek
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In the Kitchen

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July 11

Next week Take Care of Texas will be spreading the word in Houston at Texas PTA's Summer Leadership Seminar. Stop by to order FREE materials for your school or classroom.
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Events | Texas PTA

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Texas PTA is A powerful voice for all children, a relevant resource for families and communities, and strong advocate for the education and well-being of every child. The site provides contact information, related links, current events, programs, seminars, and fundraising information.

Take Care of Texas

July 9

Did you know that by using mulch and compost, Texans can reduce the need for outdoor watering by 30% to 60%? Want to learn more? Check out our handy guide to help you get started. #TipOfTheWeek
http://bit.ly/1okWsEr

Photo: Did you know that by using mulch and compost, Texans can reduce the need for outdoor watering by 30% to 60%? Want to learn more? Check out our handy guide to help you get started. #TipOfTheWeek
http://bit.ly/1okWsEr

Take Care of Texas

July 8

Next week we will be spreading the Take Care of Texas word in Fort Worth, TX at the Texas FFA Association State Convention. Stop by and learn how you can do your part to #TakeCareOfTexas. See you there.
http://bit.ly/1pH8JXA

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July 3 · Edited

Take Care of Texas wishes you a fun, safe Fourth Of July weekend. How do you celebrate 4th of July?

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July 2 · Edited

The new July issue of News You Can Use is out and talks about ways to stay safe this summer whether you're in the backyard, at the pool or on the beach. Speaking of beaches with over 300 miles of gulf coast shoreline go visit a coastal park this summer. Read more in the newsletter.
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News You Can Use

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July 2014

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July 1 · Edited

Take Care of Texas will be a part of Free First Sunday at Bullock Texas State History Museum this Sunday 7/6. Bring out the whole family and enjoy FREE exhibit admission all day after stopping by to say hello and pick up some of our great FREE materials. See you there.
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Free First Sundays | Bullock Texas State History Museum - The Story of Texas

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The Bullock Texas State History Museum is a dynamic educational institution that engages visitors in the exciting Story of Texas through a variety of programs and exhibit experiences in Austin. The Museum is also home to Austin's only IMAX Theatre.

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June 26

Today we congratulate 2014 TEEA award winner StandardAero San Antonio. See how Standard Aero San Antonio helps Take Care of Texas by conserving and recycling water on-site, lessening the burden on groundwater resources.
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2014 TEEA Winner Water Conservation Category: StandardAero San Antonio Inc.

In 1999, Standard Aero, a company that repairs and overhauls engines and aircraft parts, established a facility at Kelly Air Force Base and decided that a ma...

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June 24 · Edited

Get an Energy Star dishwasher to save about 5,000 gallons of water per year over hand washing. Energy Star dishwashers are also about 10% more efficient than a conventional dishwasher. Check out our other great kitchen tips.
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In the Kitchen

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Trade Up to ENERGY STAR Appliances Installing a more efficient dishwasher reduces both water and energy consumption in your home. An ENERGY STAR dishwasher is about 10% more efficient than a conventional dishwasher, and will save about 5,000 gallons of water a year over handwashing. Additionally, EN…

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June 23 · Edited

All set up and ready to go at the IT'S TIME TEXAS Summit. Stop by, "Take the Pledge" and grab some of our FREE materials to help spread the word to Take Care of Texas.

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June 20

Looking forward to spreading the Take Care of Texas message next week at the Keep Texas Beautiful conference and the IT'S TIME TEXAS Summit. Stop by and pledge to do your part!

I Pledge to Take Care of Texas!

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Take the Pledge and we will send you a FREE Texas Parks & Wildlife State Park Guide and a FREE sticker!

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June 19

How would you like to save up to $145 a year? Install a water-efficient showerhead that can reduce water use by 25 to 60%. Find more great ways to conserve water.
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In the Bathroom

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Fix Leaks Check your faucets, and fix any leak you find. A faucet leaking at a rate of one drop per second can waste up to 3,000 gallons of water per year. Fixing hot-water leaks can save up to $35 per year in utility bills. If every household fixed just one leaky faucet, we could reduce water use i…

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June 18

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June 17

Texas Commission on Environmental Quality offers tips on saving money and conserving natural resources. Read more.

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June 16

Help keep our air clean by maintaining your yard equipment, including changing the oil and replacing air filters. Need more “in the yard” tips?
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In the Yard

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Try Composting Yard trimmings make up over 20% of the waste generated by Texans each year. Instead of throwing them out with the garbage, you can recycle these materials by composting them. Compost can serve as a soil conditioner that will help improve your garden and reduce your water usage. By usi…

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June 12

Congratulations to 2014 TEEA award winner Raytheon. See how #Raytheon is helping to #TakeCareOfTexas by both conserving water and preventing air emissions.
http://youtu.be/o50kZoDLeLM

2014 TEEA Winner Technical/Technology Category: Raytheon Company, McKinney Site

For Raytheon, a defense and aerospace industry leader, thermal testing of its products across a wide range of environmental conditions is critical to ensurin...

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June 10

Did you know… a faucet leaking at a rate of one drop per second can waste up to 3,000 gallons of water a year? Find more easy ways to conserve water.
http://ow.ly/xogHG