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The Earthwise Christmas Tree

We're dreaming of a green Christmas. Check out the stats, and make this year's holiday eco-friendly.
By Nina Shen Rastogi
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Estimated amount of carbon the average conifer tree can absorb over 60 years. Cities where you can "rent" a tree that will be replanted for you after the holidays include Portland, Oregon ( LivingChristmasTrees.org ), San Diego ( AdoptaChristmasTree.com ), and San Francisco ( SFEnvironment.org/greenchristmas ).

From the December 2009 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine
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