Low cost air travel is soaring (pun intended) and Europe’s working class contingent have become the new jetsetters of the region. Increased air travel for shorter distances across the European continent, however, has created a whole new set of issues on the carbon emissions front. Even with the increase in fuel prices, in many cases these airlines make it cheaper to travel by air than by train.
“Low cost carriers are growing at 9 percent a year, and from an environmental point of view that is a problem,” said Christian Brand, a researcher at Oxford University who specializes in the mathematical modeling of transportation emissions. “Their cheap prices encourage more travel.”
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Here comes the sun! It was a sultry 45 degrees in my hometown of New York City today, which means spring is on its way, with summer fast on its heels! The turn in temperature and extra daylight has probably got you planning (or at least considering) your next vacation spot. Why not kick start your warm weather travel plans by checking out some of these eco-friendly, green travel trends? 
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There’s a major spotlight on how to make your home a greener, healthier and happier place to live in, but what about those other places in our lives where we sometimes spend just as much time - if not more? Simple changes in our office habits can help to save energy and inspire our co-workers do their part in saving the earth’s resources. Many times, these eco-friendly alterations can save time and money too. Check out the 