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The White City. Among the media, academia and within planning circles, there’s a generally standing answer to the question of what cities are the best, the most progressive and best role models for small and mid-sized cities.

The White City

The standard list includes Portland, Seattle, Austin, Minneapolis, and Denver. In particular, Portland is held up as a paradigm, with its urban growth boundary, extensive transit system, excellent cycling culture, and a pro-density policy. Automatic Indoor Composter. ABC News: Real Simple Recycling A to Z. Each water bottle you recycle may seem like a drop in the bucket, but don't undervalue your efforts.

ABC News: Real Simple Recycling A to Z

America is recycling nearly 33 percent of its waste -- almost twice as much as 15 years ago. But sometimes it can be tough to tell what can go in the bin, what can't and what your recycling center does and does not accept.