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    Dual Flush Converter Helps Save Water and Cash
    Thursday, April 19th, 2012
    Earth-Kind Roses Keep Addison in Bloom
    Tuesday, April 10th, 2012
    Survey: Americans Want to Use Less Paper
    Monday, February 27th, 2012
    Online Calendar Makes Addison a Little Greener
    Monday, December 19th, 2011
    More Pedal Power Could Aid Health, Environment
    Thursday, November 10th, 2011
    Vitruvian Park: Another Urban Gem for Addison
    Monday, October 31st, 2011
    Conference and Theatre Centre Converting to Energy-Efficient LEDs for Lighting Needs
    Monday, September 12th, 2011
    When Thinking About Packing a Lunch, Learn to Think Green, Too
    Monday, August 22nd, 2011
    NRDC Issues Warning and Advice Concerning Heat Related Health Threats
    Tuesday, August 9th, 2011
    Drive Clean Across Texas: Cut Pollution and Save at the Gas Pump, Too
    Monday, August 1st, 2011
    It’s Hot Outside, But a Few Changes Can Help Keep Your Electric Bill in Check
    Friday, July 22nd, 2011
    New Bush Elementary Almost Ready to Add a Little Green to the Addison Landscape
    Tuesday, July 12th, 2011
    Belt Line Light and Landscape Enhancements Will Make Addison a Little Greener
    Wednesday, July 6th, 2011
    ‘Revenge of the Electric Car’ Offers Kinder, Gentler Take on Auto Industry
    Monday, June 27th, 2011
    Electric Cars Still Too Pricey? Build Your Own!
    Thursday, June 9th, 2011
    Taste Addison Offered Food, Fun…and a Little Bit of the Green Life, Too
    Monday, May 23rd, 2011
    Addison Athletic Club Greening Up By Delivering ‘Accolade’ in All-Digital Format
    Friday, May 20th, 2011
    Make a Long-Range Plan to Get the Most Out of Your Recycling Efforts
    Friday, May 13th, 2011
    Planning a Conference Centre Event? Let LED Strips Brighten the Occasion!
    Tuesday, April 12th, 2011
    Replacing Your Old Washer and Dryer Can Help Save Energy and Cash
    Tuesday, March 29th, 2011
    Urban Laboratory Will Help Measure Value of Being Green
    Thursday, January 13th, 2011
    Dreaming of a green Christmas? Tips for an eco-conscious holiday
    Monday, November 29th, 2010
    Current Conditions in Addison, TX
    Water Restrictions: Stage 1 Restrictions

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    May-19-2012
    Use a layer of organic mulch around plants to reduce evaporation and save hundreds of gallons of water a year. When you need to add or replace a flower or shrub, choose a low water use plant and save up to 550 gallons of water a year.